Emerging Leaders Earn Their Place at MAXX 2026: Meet the 2026 YP Leads

Twenty-four rising stars from across the GoWest region have been selected to participate in the 2026 YP Leads program at MAXX this October in Denver.

Mainstage Moments You Won’t Want to Miss at MAXX 2026

This year’s lineup is designed to challenge perspectives, spark new ideas, and inspire action.

Meet Liv and Bella: This Year’s CU4Kids Champion Children

This year, attendees will have the opportunity to meet Liv and Bella, the 2026 Champion Children, and hear their family’s remarkable story during the Moonlight & Miracles CU4Kids Benefit Auction.

A Week Built with Purpose: Exploring the Themes of MAXX 2026

This year’s conference in Denver will be anchored by daily themes, each offering a focused lens for learning, discussion, and inspiration.

Your Denver Destination for MAXX: Gaylord Rockies Resort

Now’s the perfect time to start planning your trip to the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver, where this year’s sessions, events, and experiences will come to life in October.

Help Bring the Credit Union Story to Life at MAXX

We’ll be weaving real stories from across our region into the MAXX experience to highlight where credit unions have been — and where they’re going. We need your help to make it happen!

Meet the YP Leads Mentors Shaping the Next Generation of Credit Union Leaders

Several of this year’s YP Leads mentors have experienced the program firsthand as former YP Leads, while others bring years of leadership experience and a passion for developing emerging professionals.

A Better Way to Lead: Kim Scott Brings Radical Candor to the MAXX Mainstage 

Leadership and culture expert Kim Scott is bringing Radical Candor to the MAXX 2026 mainstage this October, and with it, one of today’s most influential approaches to building stronger, more resilient teams at a time when leadership has never mattered more.

The Big Reveal: This Year’s CU4Kids Auction Theme

The MAXX CU4Kids auction theme is designed to inspire, celebrate, and shine.

Your MAXX, Your Way: Explore New Breakout Tracks for 2026

Breakout sessions at MAXX 2026 are going to the next level. This year at MAXX, sessions will be organized into audience-based tracks, giving you the opportunity to follow the topics that matter most to you and are aligned with your role.

MAXX 2026: Invest in Your Growth — Scholarships Available to Help You Get There

The GoWest Foundation is committed to ensuring that every credit union professional has access to the education, connections, and inspiration MAXX provides — regardless of budget.

Last Call for GoWest Award Nominations: Don’t Let Your Story Go Untold

Nominations for the 2026 GoWest Awards close May 22, and this is your final opportunity to recognize the people, programs, and partnerships making a difference across the Credit Union Movement.

Make Your Nomination Stand Out: Insider Tips from GoWest Awards Judges

If you missed the webinar, here’s your inside look at what judges are really looking for and how to make your GoWest Awards entry shine.

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 […]

Ready to Lead? YP Leads at MAXX 2026 Is Calling

YP Leads isn’t simply a scholarship to attend MAXX — it’s a launchpad for deeper involvement in the Credit Union Movement and a powerful step forward in your professional journey.

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. 

The Future Is Closer Than You Think: Dr. Lamont Black Joins the MAXX 2026 Mainstage

Dr. Lamont Black will take the MAXX mainstage, offering forward‑looking insights into artificial intelligence, digital assets, and market structure.

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.

Get Future Ready! Apply Now for YP Leads at MAXX 2026

Eighteen young professionals are selected each year to attend MAXX for a high-impact experience focused on learning, networking, and professional development.

Connect. Learn. Lead. GoWest’s Signature Events Are Calling

From boardrooms to breakout sessions, GoWest’s signature events bring credit union leaders together to learn, connect, and move the movement forward.

Building Boards That Move Credit Unions Forward: A Conversation with Dan Stanton, Trona Valley FCU’s Board Chair

In recent conversations with Dan Stanton, Trona Valley Federal Credit Union Board Chairman, we explored how he has cultivated engaged, forward-thinking boards and what lessons he’s learned along the way.