Leadership
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Tracie Wilcox, On Tap Credit Union President & CEO
Tracie Wilcox describes herself as a connector — someone who enjoys bringing people together to collaborate and solve challenges.
Small Credit Union Leaders Gather for a Powerful Day of Strategy and Connection
Small credit union leaders from across the region came together for the inaugural Small Credit Union Summit in Seattle. The energy made one thing clear: there is nothing quite like being together in person.
Celebrate Your Impact — Nominate for the 2026 GoWest Awards!
Credit unions across the GoWest region are doing remarkable work — strengthening member financial well-being, innovating in how they serve […]
Inside the VisionBoard Resource Center: Governance Tools That Work
For credit unions across the region, GoWest’s VisionBoard Resource Center is designed to help boards lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Bring a Friend to YP Summit & You’ll Both Earn $100
This week only, April 27 – May 1, you have the opportunity to enhance your experience — and help someone else grow — through the Refer-a-Friend promotion.
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Jason Werts, Rivermark Community Credit Union President & CEO
Through his leadership at Rivermark and his service on the GoWest Board, Jason Werts remains focused on ensuring that credit unions not only protect what makes them unique but also continue evolving to meet the needs of their members and communities.
GoWest Awards Workshop on May 1 Offers Insider Tips to Make Your Nomination Shine
GoWest is hosting a GoWest Awards Workshop to help you prepare a strong, compelling entry to showcase your credit union’s programs and people.
Francine Gardner Joins SELCO Community Credit Union As VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
Francine Gardner will be tasked with developing new commercial and business banking relationships through business development and community engagement.
Oregon State Credit Union Hires Aman Jeloka as New CFO and Promotes Key Team Members to VPs
Oregon State Credit Union has hired longtime finance leader Aman Jeloka as its new Chief Financial Officer.
VisionBoard 2026: Strengthening the Stewards of the Credit Union Movement
The inaugural VisionBoard experience brought together credit union board members, supervisory committee members, and CEOs for focused conversations on governance, stewardship, and the future of the cooperative model.
Unitus Community Credit Union Board Chair Nicole Davison León Named to 40 Under 40
The newly elected Chair of Unitus Community Credit Union’s Board of Directors and Executive Director of the Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber, Nicole Davison León, has been named a 2026 “40 Under 40” honoree by the Portland Business Journal.
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Jay Curtis, First Credit Union President & CEO
For Jay Curtis, President and CEO of First Credit Union and GoWest’s Board Chair, the Credit Union Movement is more than a career — it’s a calling rooted in stewardship, service, and a deep respect for the cooperative difference.
Who Will Be Honored in 2026? GoWest Awards Nominations Due May 22
At the 2026 GoWest Awards and Gala, held on Oct. 9 during MAXX 2026 in Denver, we’ll honor nine outstanding winners.
Exclusive Summit for Small Credit Union Leaders on April 28 in Seattle
The inaugural summit will bring together leaders from small credit unions for a full day focused on connection, collaboration, and candid conversation.
Desert Financial Credit Union Welcomes Kendal Harris as New Chief Experience Officer
Kendal Harris joins Desert Financial Credit Union as the new Chief Experience Officer to lead the strategy and execution of member experience across the branch network, contact center, and digital transformation departments.
Andrea Valois Named WyHy Federal Credit Union’s New Chief Retail Officer
Andrea Valois has been a valued part of WyHy for seven and a half years, most recently serving as Director of Retail for nearly four years.
Unitus Community Credit Union CEO Steven Stapp Honored with 2026 Herb Wegner Memorial Award
Unitus Community Credit Union’s President and CEO Steven Stapp was the recipient of the 2026 Herb Wegner Memorial Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement.
Fibre Federal Credit Union and TLC Select Joe Schulte as New SVP/Chief Lending Officer.
Joe Schulte served as VP of Business Development for the Fibre Federal and TLC’s Oregon Coast region, and his new role will focus on member experience and production across all service areas.
Elevations Credit Union Appoints Gytis Tuminas as Chief Financial Officer
Gytis Tuminas will now oversee finance and accounting, along with several functions that support strategy, performance, and organizational effectiveness.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Appoints Steven Wright as Chief Legal Officer
Steven Wright will provide legal guidance across the organization, help strengthen partner relationships, and support First Tech’s commitment to serving its members.
Sean Huntington Becomes SELCO Community Credit Union’s New Vice President of Commercial Lending
Sean Huntington has received a promotion to Vice President of Commercial Lending for SELCO Community Credit Union’s Commercial & Business Banking division.