WCMS 2025

42 GoWest Credit Union Professionals Among the Newest WCMS Grads

On July 24, the newest graduates of the Western Credit Union Management School (WCMS) were honored at the 63rd graduation ceremony held in Bridges Hall of Music at Pomona College in Claremont, Calif.

OCCU Announces $350 Million Auto Loan Securitization Sale

OCCU Auto Receivables Trust has issued $350 million of asset-backed securities (ABS) to strong investor interest.

Unitus Community Credit Union President and CEO Steven Stapp Honored with 2025 Renée Sattiewhite Neoteric Changemaker Award

Unitus Community Credit Union’s President and CEO, Steven Stapp, has been named the 2025 recipient of the Renée Sattiewhite Neoteric Changemaker Award.

SELCO Community Credit Union Is Offering $125,000 in Educator Grants and Classroom Makeovers

SELCO Community Credit Union will once again support educators with up to $125,000 through its two flagship educator programs, each designed to help teachers who too often pay out of pocket for classroom-related expenses. 

SELCO Springfield Block Party

SELCO Community Credit Union Celebrates Springfield Community as Partner of The Block Party

SELCO Community Credit Unionn has been named the first-ever title sponsor for Springfield’s The Block Party.

Hillsboro Expansion for OnPoint Community Credit Union in Reed’s Crossing

OnPoint Community Credit Union announced on July 28 that it will open its third branch in Hillsboro, Ore., and its 58th branch overall.

Credit Unions Continue to Step into the Media Spotlight Across the GoWest Region

Credit unions in the GoWest region are becoming go-to voices in the media for timely financial insight.

CUDE June 2025 Graduates

New CUDEs Find Pride and Purpose in Their Credit Union Journey

In June, 54 credit union leaders from across the U.S., including five from the GoWest region, were designated as Credit Union Development Educators after completing the National Credit Union Foundation’s signature Development Education program.

Mid Oregon St Charles Donation

Mid Oregon Pledges $225,000 in Support of St. Charles Health System

Mid Oregon Credit Union recently pledged $225,000 to support health care initiatives across Central Oregon with a donation to St. Charles Foundation.

First Tech NW Classic 2025

Record-Breaking $2.134 Million Raised at 25th Annual Northwest Classic Golf Tournament

On July 21, credit unions, industry partners, and supporters teed off for the 25th annual Credit Unions for Kids Northwest Classic.

SELCO Jessica Redman

SELCO Community Credit Union VP Jessica Redman Named Finalist for Eugene Chamber’s Women Business Leader Award

Jessica Redman, Vice President and Cash Management Officer for SELCO Community Credit Union’s Commercial & Business Banking division, was named one of five finalists for the Eugene Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Women Business Leader Award

Sharpen Your Advocacy Skills — Join GoWest’s Free Virtual Advocacy Training, Aug. 13–14

Join GoWest Credit Union Association for a free, two-part virtual Advocacy 101 Training workshop on Aug. 13–14.

First Tech Stats Position

First Tech Federal Credit Union Sponsors New Portland Thorns Statistician Role

First Tech Federal Credit Union has shown its support for the Portland Thorns FC by creating a new, paid Performance Data Coordinator role.

Stephen Poole First Tech

First Tech Federal Credit Union Appoints Stephen Poole to SVP of Addison Avenue

First Tech Federal Credit Union announced the appointment of Stephen Poole to SVP of Addison Avenue Investment Services.

Lindsey Myhre STCU

Lindsey Myhre Named New President and CEO of STCU

Lindsey Myhre, who started her STCU career in 2000, has been named President and CEO of the 300,000-member credit union, the STCU Board of Directors announced last week.

Unitus Community Credit Union Promotes Four to Vice President Roles

Four experienced leaders are taking on new roles as Vice President at Unitus Community Credit Union, reflecting the organization’s focus on expanding access, deepening community connections, and delivering an exceptional member experience.

Unitus Community Credit Union Ranked as a “Best in State” Credit Union by Forbes

Forbes has named Unitus Community Credit Union a “Best in State” Credit Union in its annual rankings.

iQ Credit Union

iQ Credit Union Celebrates Student Success with $24,000 in Scholarships

iQ Credit Union recently awarded a total of $24,000 to six exceptional students from Southwest Washington and Oregon.

Perks, Passes & Pints: MAXX Out Your Portland Experience

This October, MAXX 2025 takes center stage at the Oregon Convention Center and the stylish Hyatt Regency Portland, offering not just world-class sessions and networking but also an unforgettable city experience.

Unitus Community Credit Union Announces Key Leadership Promotions

Unitus Community Credit Union announced the promotion of three accomplished leaders to Senior Vice President roles, reinforcing its commitment to internal talent development and visionary leadership.

Partnering for Rural Progress: GoWest Foundation Rural Access Grants Brings Ideas to Life

The GoWest Foundation’s Rural Access to Financial Services Grants are designed to empower credit unions to better understand the needs, opportunities, and challenges within rural populations.