Leadership
Time to Engage: Council Season Begins March 11
Next week marks the start of the 2025 sessions for GoWest’s Councils, virtual peer groups designed to connect credit union professionals across the region.
Happening at GAC: Dynamic Future of Credit Union House Unveiled
The Credit Union House modernization is a “glow-up that will transform the space into a living, breathing digital impact tool in the heart of Capitol Hill.”
Region’s Leaders Proudly Carry State Flags at National GAC
The state league flag ceremony at the National Governmental Affairs Conference in Washington, D.C. was held on Monday highlighting the collaborative advocacy efforts of associations, leagues, and credit unions across the country.
Minnequa Works Credit Union CEO Nathan Cape Honored With Gil Sanchez Outstanding Professional of the Year Award
The Pueblo Latino Chamber of Commerce recently recognized Nathan Cape, CEO of Minnequa Works Credit Union, as the recipient of the prestigious Gil Sanchez Outstanding Professional of the Year Award.
Happening at GAC: Thurman and Robinson Inducted into Hall of Leaders
Dan Thurman and Teri Robinson take well-deserved places at the “epicenter of advocacy.”
SELCO Community Credit Union Promotes Tracy Cole to VP, Commercial Portfolio Manager-Operations Team Leader
SELCO Community Credit Union recently promoted Tracy Cole to Vice President, Commercial Portfolio Manager, and Operations Team Leader for its Commercial & Business Banking division.
GoWest YPs Are Ready to Crash the GAC
The 2025 Crash the GAC marks the 16th anniversary of the event and is comprised of 55 talented credit union professionals from across the country – eight from GoWest member credit unions – who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to the industry.
Numerica Credit Union Promotes Leo Martinez Jr. to AVP, Retail Experience
Leo Martinez Jr. has been promoted to Assistant Vice President of Retail Experience for Central Washington at Numerica Credit Union.
Ent Credit Union Recognizes Top Talent with Key Promotions
Colo.-based Ent Credit Union, Colorado’s recently announced the promotion of three leaders within its Retail Delivery team.
Ready to Lead the Way? GoWest’s Advanced Leadership Program is Your Next Step. Register by March 7
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.