Leadership
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.
Credit Union Leaders Seek National Board Roles at America’s Credit Unions
Two leaders from the GoWest region — Jennifer Kutcher and Jerry Schmidt — are seeking positions on the ACU Board of Directors for the Mid-Size Credit Union/Western Region seat.
Investing in the “Now”: Why Young Professionals Should Get Involved
Across the region, emerging leaders are discovering that involvement opens doors in ways they didn’t initially expect.
WyHy Federal Credit Union Names Matthew Ballou as Chief Executive Officer
Matthew Ballou brings more than 12 years of leadership experience in the financial services industry and a deep understanding of WyHy’s mission, operations, and member relationships.
Sound Credit Union Welcomes Jamie Mullenix as SVP and Chief People and Culture Officer
Bringing more than 10 years of executive leadership experience, Jamie Mullenix has joined Sound Credit Union as Senior Vice President and Chief People and Culture Officer.
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Dan Thurman, Frontier Credit Union CEO
What began 24 years ago as a role as a loan officer quickly became a lifelong commitment to a movement Dan Thurman now champions as CEO of Frontier Credit Union.
Minnequa Works Credit Union Celebrates Leaders Named to 2026 “40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders” List
Minnequa Works Credit Union’s CFO David Purfield and CEO Nathan Cape have been selected as recipients of the 2026 “40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders Awards” by the Pueblo Latino Chamber of Commerce.
SELCO Community Credit Unions Promotes Mike Donaca and Michael Sauley to Expand Lending Leadership Roles
SELCO Community Credit Union has promoted two longtime leaders to expanded roles overseeing the Ore.-based credit union’s lending and credit divisions.
For Small Credit Unions, GoWest Events Deliver Big Value
GoWest events are designed to deliver practical insights, meaningful connections, and real-world strategies that leaders can bring back to their teams.
Lisa White Introduced as OnPoint Community Credit Union’s New Chief Financial Officer
OnPoint Community Credit Union has welcomed finance executive Lisa White to serve as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.