Regional Member News
BECU Expands Services in Spokane with New Neighborhood Financial Center in South Hill
BECU, Washington’s largest credit union, announced in July plans to open a new Neighborhood Financial Center (NFC) in the South Hill area of Spokane. The new location is expected to open in the first quarter of 2025.
Unitus Community Credit Union to Host 4th Annual Juntos Avanzamos Celebration
Unitus Community Credit Union is excited to announce its fourth annual Juntos Avanzamos celebration, set to take place at the Unitus Business Center in Tigard, Ore., on Aug. 20. Initially a celebration of Unitus earning the Juntos Avanzamos (Together We Advance) designation from Inclusiv, the event has now grown to include Hispanic community partners and advocates, all working together to advance financial inclusion.
Providence Federal Credit Union and Consolidated Community Credit Union Expand Their Partnership
Providence Federal Credit Union (PFCU), headquartered in Milwaukie, Ore., announced plans to merge with Consolidated Community Credit Union (CCCU), headquartered […]
Elevations Foundation’s New Name Reflects Mission to Create Local Change
Colorado-based Elevations Foundation has rebranded as the Local Change Foundation. The new name and accompanying branding showcase the foundation’s commitment to affecting change in communities across Colorado’s Front Range.
Express Credit Union Announces New CEO, Helen Gibson
Express Credit Union announced the selection of Helen Gibson, as the credit union’s next CEO. Gibson will succeed Paul Baudin, who will be retiring in the coming months.
Numerica Awards $20,000 in Scholarships Students
In June, $20,000 in scholarships were distributed to 16 students through Numerica Credit Union’s $tarting Off Right Scholarship. The annual scholarship program assists graduating high school seniors pursuing higher education in a trade, vocational, certificate, associate, or bachelor’s degree program.
Industrial Credit Union Branch Receives an Artistic Upgrade
DRIFT Mural Co. of Ottawa, recently completed a colorful update to Industrial Credit Union’s State Street branch in Bellingham, Wash. […]
Unitus Community Credit Union Partners with University of Oregon Quarterback on Financial Education Videos
Unitus Community Credit Union is partnering with University of Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel to launch a series of financial education videos
Gesa Credit Union Welcomes Megan Wiseman as New AVP of Retail Sales and Services
Gesa Credit Union, based in Richland, Wash., announced in July the addition of Megan Wiseman to its leadership team as Assistant Vice President of Retail Sales and Services.
Solarity Credit Union Donates $40,000 to Memorial Foundation and Toy Jeep to Patient
Mina Worthington, President and CEO of Yakima, Wash.-based Solarity Credit Union, delivered a $40,000 donation to the Memorial Foundation as well as a toy Jeep to four-year-old Jeremiah, a former Neonatal intensive Care Unit (NICU) patient. These donations were in support of MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital’s children’s health care programs and services.
People Helping People Goes Next Level in Wyoming: Atlantic City Federal Credit Union Leader Donates Kidney
Khrystyn Lutz, Chief Risk Officer at Atlantic City Federal Credit Union in Lander, Wyo., donated a kidney to a recipient she didn’t know in order to help her good friend.
Credit Union West’s SVP & Chief Operating Officer Ning Duong Awarded 2024 Most Influential Women in Arizona
Ning Duong, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Arizona-based Credit Union West, has been selected as one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona Business for 2024.
Fitzsimons Credit Union Awards $5,000 in Scholarships to Denver-Area Students
Fitzsimons Credit Union, which serves the Colorado communities of the Denver metro area, believes that education has the power to transform communities and is pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the Sandra B. Neves Scholarship.
Origence Announces New Associate Board Members
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announced the appointment of three new associate Board of Directors […]
Credit Unions Raise Over $1.5 Million To Help Move Kids Out of Hospitals and Onto Playgrounds
First Tech Federal Credit Union led the annual Northwest Classic Credit Unions for Kids fundraising campaign, uniting First Tech employees and members, business leaders, and 26 credit unions across the nation to raise more than $1.5 million in support of children and families at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
Meet the Newest Graduates of Western CUNA Management School
On July 25, the newest graduates of the Western CUNA Management School (WCMS) were honored at the 62nd graduation ceremony held in Bridges Hall of Music at Pomona College in Claremont, Calif. The “Phi” class of 2024 had 108 graduates, including 45 from the GoWest region.
Linn-Co Federal Credit Union Is Now 44 North Credit Union
Oregon-based Linn-Co Federal Credit Union officially became 44 North Credit Union and changed its field of membership to those who live and work in Linn, Benton, Deschutes, Lane, Lincoln, and Marion counties.
Credit Union West Announces New Vice President of People
Arizona-based Credit Union West has announced the appointment of Susan Sirois as the new Vice President of People. With a wealth of experience in human resources and a strong commitment to fostering a culture of excellence, Sirois is poised to play a pivotal role in driving the company’s people-centric initiatives forward.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Appoints Evelyn Prime-MacAdam to SVP, Digital Products
First Tech Federal Credit Union announced on July 9 the appointment of Evelyn Prime-MacAdam to the SVP of Digital Products, where she will drive digital innovation to deliver an exceptional member experience.
OCCU Adds Associate Board Members & Board Director
OCCU, which serves members in Oregon and Washington, has appointed two associate members to its board of directors, Jefferson Curl and Dena Putnam-Gilchrist, and elected Justin Freeman as a new director.
Drinking Coffee To Support Spokane Children’s Hospital
Coffee drinkers in the Spokane, Wash., area raised $10,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN) on July 18. Thanks to Numerica Credit Union’s Miracle Coffee Day, $1 from every drink sold at Spokane-area Dutch Bros was donated to CMN, up to $10,000.