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Deadline Extended to Nov. 5 for 2026 Committee Nominations
This is your final chance to lend your expertise and leadership by serving on a GoWest 2026 Committee, Advisory Group, or Working Group. Submit your nomination by Wednesday, Nov. 5.
Fibre Federal Celebrates Leader’s Completion of the CUDE Program
Fibre Federal Credit Union shared that its Marketing & Community Development Manager, Crystal Garrison, successfully completed the Credit Union Development Education program.
Gesa Credit Union Team Spends 2,177 Hours Volunteering During Annual Day of Service
On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Oct. 13, Gesa closed the majority of its branches so that more than 490 team members could step out of the office and into their local communities.
Forrit Credit Union Announces Wendy Russell as Interim CEO
Forrit Credit Union has announced that Justin Olson will be stepping down from the role of Chief Executive Officer/President, effective Oct. 31, 2025.
Southwest Washington Chapter of Credit Unions Hosts Annual Legislative Dinner
On Sept. 19, the Southwest Washington Chapter of Credit Unions hosted their Legislative Dinner, joining together Chapter members, credit union leaders, and local legislators.
Committee Nominations Due Oct. 24 – Be a Voice for the Credit Union Movement in 2026
This is your final chance to lend your expertise and leadership by serving on a GoWest 2026 Committee, Advisory Group, or Working Group.
iQ Credit Union Earns 2025 Top Workplace Honors
iQ Credit Union was recognized once again as one of the Oregonian’s 2025 Top Workplaces in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
STCU Reaches a Milestone with Opening of Its 50th Branch
In a year of significant milestones, STCU is poised to reach another with the opening of its 50th branch location.
Mid Oregon Credit Union Honored with a 2025 Top Workplaces Award
Mid Oregon Credit Union has been awarded a 2025 Top Workplaces honor by The Oregonian Top Workplaces — the fourth consecutive year the financial institution has received this award.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Partners with Portland State University’s School of Business
OnPoint Community Credit Union announced a new partnership with The School of Business at Portland State University, designed to help prepare students for a successful career.
Government Shutdown: What Credit Unions Need to Know
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OnPoint Community Credit Union Welcomes Jason Buchanan as Its New Chief Credit Officer
OnPoint Community Credit Union has appointed credit and operations expert Jason Buchanan as its new Chief Credit Officer.
GoWest’s Board of Directors for 2025-26 Announced
The GoWest Credit Union Association Board of Directors met for its annual reorganization meeting. During the meeting, the Board held elections and appointed new leadership for the 2025-2026 term
Janet Powell Honored With NASCUS’ Pierre Jay Award
National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors announced Janet Powell, Chief of Regulation and Supervision – Credit Unions at the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services, as the recipient of the 2025 Pierre Jay Award.
Help Drive Advocacy, Innovation, and Growth in 2026: Join a GoWest Committee
Interested in serving or know someone on your team who would make an excellent candidate? Nominations for 2026 Committees are open now through Oct. 24.
One Afternoon, Thousands Helped: Horizon Credit Union Creates Big Community Impact
Horizon Credit Union hosted its annual Go. Give. Grow. community service event, serving 22 nonprofits in four states.
iQ Credit Union Welcomes Members to Its Newest Oregon Location
iQ Credit Union opened the doors to its newest branch in Sherwood, Ore., on Sept. 8.
Unitus Community Credit Union President and CEO Steven Stapp Named a Herb Wegner Memorial Award Winner
The National Credit Union Foundation has announced that Steven Stapp, President and CEO of Unitus Community Credit Union, will be honored with the Herb Wegner Memorial Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement at the Foundation’s 2026 Awards Dinner.
Local Media Turns to Credit Unions to Help Communities Navigate Money Matters
Credit unions across the GoWest region are increasingly recognized as trusted media voices, providing timely financial insights when communities need them most.
SELCO Community Credit Union Recognized for Community Impact in 2025 Luminaries Awards
SELCO Community Credit Union is one of 10 credit unions of its size nationwide to be recognized by the Credit Union Times’ 2025 Luminaries Awards for Community Impact.
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.