Leadership
Landings Credit Union Announces Cecilia Ashe as New President & CEO
The Landings Credit Union Board of Directors has named Cecilia Ashe as Chief Executive Officer, following the completion of a comprehensive search process.
CEO Co-Lab 2026: Your Peer-Powered Strategy Summit
The momentum continues as GoWest’s CEO Co-Lab returns Jan. 7–9, 2026, in Phoenix with new topics driven by the priorities that matter most to credit union leaders today.
Unitus Community Credit Union President and CEO Steven Stapp Honored with 2025 Renée Sattiewhite Neoteric Changemaker Award
Unitus Community Credit Union’s President and CEO, Steven Stapp, has been named the 2025 recipient of the Renée Sattiewhite Neoteric Changemaker Award.
Credit Unions Continue to Step into the Media Spotlight Across the GoWest Region
Credit unions in the GoWest region are becoming go-to voices in the media for timely financial insight.
New CUDEs Find Pride and Purpose in Their Credit Union Journey
In June, 54 credit union leaders from across the U.S., including five from the GoWest region, were designated as Credit Union Development Educators after completing the National Credit Union Foundation’s signature Development Education program.
Peninsula Credit Union President & CEO Jim Morrell Honored with National DEI Leadership Award
Peninsula Credit Union recently shared that CEO Jim Morrell was honored as one of the recipients of the 2025 Maurice R. Smith DEI Leadership Award by the African American Credit Union Coalition.
Numerica Credit Union Hires Derek Iranon as VP of Digital Lending and Acquisition
Numerica Credit Union, headquartered in Washington’s Spokane Valley, has hired Derek Iranon as Vice President of Digital Lending and Acquisition
SELCO Community Credit Union VP Jessica Redman Named Finalist for Eugene Chamber’s Women Business Leader Award
Jessica Redman, Vice President and Cash Management Officer for SELCO Community Credit Union’s Commercial & Business Banking division, was named one of five finalists for the Eugene Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Women Business Leader Award
Vantage West Welcomes Aimee Schmidt at as VP, HR and Organizational Development
Vantage West Credit Union shared the appointment of Aimee Schmidt as the credit union’s new VP, HR and Organizational Development.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Appoints Stephen Poole to SVP of Addison Avenue
First Tech Federal Credit Union announced the appointment of Stephen Poole to SVP of Addison Avenue Investment Services.
Lindsey Myhre Named New President and CEO of STCU
Lindsey Myhre, who started her STCU career in 2000, has been named President and CEO of the 300,000-member credit union, the STCU Board of Directors announced last week.
Elevations Credit Union Appoints New Chief Experience Officer and SVP of People
Elevations Credit Union announced Tammy Teitscheid has been appointed to Chief Experience Officer and Kathleen Hoxworth has been promoted to Senior Vice President, People.
Unitus Community Credit Union Promotes Four to Vice President Roles
Four experienced leaders are taking on new roles as Vice President at Unitus Community Credit Union, reflecting the organization’s focus on expanding access, deepening community connections, and delivering an exceptional member experience.
Unitus Community Credit Union Announces Key Leadership Promotions
Unitus Community Credit Union announced the promotion of three accomplished leaders to Senior Vice President roles, reinforcing its commitment to internal talent development and visionary leadership.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Appoints New Chief Risk Officer and Financial Wellness Manager
OnPoint Community Credit Union has filled two key roles within the credit union: Chief Risk Officer and Financial Wellness Manager.
GWLN Southern Arizona Sister Society Event Champions Personal Growth and Local Youth Engagement
The GWLN Southern Arizona Sister Society gathered for an inspiring and energizing luncheon centered on building healthy habits — personally, professionally, and within the community.
Gesa Credit Union Expands Mortgage Team with Three New Sales Managers in Tri-Cities, Spokane, and Boise
Gesa Credit Union announced the hiring of three new Mortgage Market Sales Managers to support growth and expand home loan services in key markets in Washington and Idaho
Ent CEO Chad Graves Named One of Colorado’s Most Influential Leaders by Denver Business Journal
Chad Graves, President and CEO of Ent Credit Union, has been named to the Denver Business Journal’s Power Book class of 2025
Secure Your Spot for Executives@Vail — New Executive Messaging Training Announced!
Designed exclusively for credit union C-suite executives, board members, and senior leadership teams, this high-impact retreat blends strategy, insight, and inspiration against the stunning backdrop of Vail, Colo.
SELCO Community Credit Union Welcomes Donny Macneish as Personal Lines Specialist in Insurance Division
SELCO Community Credit Union recently hired Donny Macneish as a Personal Lines Specialist for SELCO Insurance Services.
Credit Union West Selects John Faries as New VP of Finance
Credit Union West has chosen John Faries to serve as its new Vice President of Finance.