Leadership
Ready to Lead the Way? GoWest’s Advanced Leadership Program is Your Next Step. Register by Feb. 28
Designed to transform you into a strategic, impactful leader, the Advanced Leadershoip Program will equip you with the tools and resources needed to fast-track your career, increase your influence, and drive your organization’s success.
Finding Your People: A Guiding to Networking
Credit union professionals have a variety of associations and organizations to choose from when they are looking for networking and connection opportunities.
Elevations Credit Union’s Wealth Management Team Receives National Awards for 15th Consecutive Year
The CUSO Financial Services, LP wealth management team at Elevations Credit Union was recently awarded the Gold Pacesetter award, which goes to the top 15 wealth management programs in the nation.
Red Canoe Credit Union Hires Jerrod Keller as New Chief Experience Officer
Red Canoe Credit Union recently announced the selection of Jerrod Keller as its new Chief Experience Officer.
Mid Oregon Credit Union Expands Executive Leadership Team
Mid Oregon Credit Union recently announced several changes in its Executive Leadership Team to support the credit union’s strategic growth and service to its members.
Westerra Credit Union Expands Its Executive Team With New COO and SVP of Strategy and Performance Excellence
Marking a milestone in its growth, Westerra Credit Union expanded its executive leadership team with the additional of Anneliese Elrod as Chief Operating Officer and Kirk Leverington as Senior Vice President of Strategy and Performance Excellence.
Next-Gen Leadership at YP Summit – Your Path to Success
Early Pricing Through March 1! On June 3-4 at JUMP Center in Boise, Idaho, YP Summit will be bringing together young professionals in the Credit Union Movement who are looking to connect big ideas to individual actions.
Vantage West Promotes Kelly Mobley to VP, Digital Payments & Lending Solutions
Vantage West Credit Union, one of Arizona’s largest credit unions, announced the promotion of Kelly Mobley to VP, Digital Payments & Lending Solutions.
Columbia Credit Union Announces New VP of Retail Lending and VP of Lending Operations and Underwriting
Columbia Credit Union has promoted two leaders into advanced leadership positions. Joe Dunn moves into the role of VP of Lending Operations & Underwriting and Angilo Fletcher becomes VP of Retail Lending.
Gesa Credit Union Promotes Blaine Wren to VP of Finance and Accounting
Gesa Credit Union, which serves members in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, announced the promotion of Blaine Wren to Vice President of Finance and Accounting.
Red Canoe Credit Union’s CEO David Spaulding Retires After 30 Years of Service
After nearly 30 years of service, David Spaulding, CEO of Red Canoe Credit Union has announced his plan to retire on Jan. 31.
Connect and Engage: Gear Up for the New Year by Joining a GoWest Council
Start the year off right by joining one of GoWest’s eight specialized Councils – virtual peer groups that connect credit union professionals across the region to share insights and learn from each other on key topics impacting credit unions daily.
Express Credit Union Announces the Passing of Recently Retired CEO Paul Baudin
Express Credit Union shared the news of the passing of its recently retired CEO, Paul Baudin, on Dec. 22. Paul was a cherished leader, friend, and advocate for economic justice who dedicated nearly 15 years to Express Credit Union and more than 45 years to the financial industry.
CU4Kids Appoints Rivermark Community Credit Union’s CIO Seth Schaefer to National Credit Union Advisory Board
Credit Unions for Kids recently announced the appointment of Seth Schaefer, EVP and Chief Impact Officer at Rivermark Community Credit Union, to its national Advisory Board.
Elevations Credit Union Appoints Jon Goodman to Board of Directors
Elevations Credit Union announced on Dec. 5 the appointment of Jon Goodman to the Elevations Credit Union Board of Directors.
Numerica Credit Union Announces the Promotion of Dmitriy Borisyuk to Business Banking Relationship Officer
Numerica Credit Union, headquartered in Spokane Valley, recently announced the promotion of Dmitriy Borisyuk to Business Banking Relationship Officer.
TAPCO Credit Union Announces New Director of Marketing and Director of Consumer Lending
TAPCO Credit Union, which serves members in Washington State, announced on Dec. 4 the promotion of Jacob Rose to Director of Marketing and Mike LaDoe to Director of Consumer Lending.
2025 Leadership Institute and Advanced Leadership Programs Unlock Your Potential: Early Pricing Through Dec. 16.
Registration for GoWest leadership programs’ 2025 cohorts is now open to emerging and seasoned credit union professionals, with early pricing available through Dec. 16.
Driving Collective Impact: Three Credit Union Leaders Join the GoWest Foundation Board
The GoWest Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of three new credit union leaders to the Foundation Board.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Promotes Damian Laviolette to Chief Information Officer
OnPoint Community Credit Union announced the promotion of technology and cybersecurity expert Damian Laviolette to Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer.
CEO JoAn Sanders Retires from Cheney Federal Credit Union After 34 Years
Cheney Federal Credit Union has announced the retirement of CEO JoAn Sanders after nearly 34 years of service to the credit union and its members.