Small Credit Unions
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.
Nominations Now Open: 2026 GoWest Board of Directors
The GoWest Board of Directors is comprised of at-large Directors elected from Regular Member credit unions. Nominations are being accepted now through March 27, 2026
Built for Small Teams: Inside the Small Credit Union Resource Center
The Small Credit Union Resource Center has been refreshed to better reflect how small credit unions work — collaboratively, creatively, and with limited time and resources.
Big Conversations Ahead: GoWest’s Upcoming Compliance, BSA & CDFI Learning Opportunities
Staying ahead in today’s regulatory and compliance environment takes more than awareness — it takes preparation. GoWest’s upcoming 2026 seminars […]
Wyoming Advocates Show Up in Force in Cheyenne for Credit Union Day at the Capitol
A snowy day in Cheyenne didn’t stop the dedicated Wyoming advocates from coming out in full force for Wyoming Credit Union Day at the Capitol to share a clear message with legislators: Wyoming credit unions are engaged, united, and ready to lead in 2026.
Connect, Collaborate, Lead at April’s Small Credit Union Summit in Seattle
The free Small Credit Union Summit will bring together leaders from small GoWest-member credit unions for a day focused on connection, collaboration, and candid conversation.
Oregon Credit Unions Rally at Legislative Luncheon in Salem
Oregon credit unions showed up to deliver a clear message: we are present, engaged, and united in protecting the not-for-profit financial cooperative model that serves more than half of Oregonians.
Where Credit Union Professionals Connect: 2026 Councils Begin Soon!
GoWest’s Councils kick off their 2026 sessions next week, creating space for credit union professionals across the region to connect through virtual peer groups.
Colorado’s Credit Union Day at the Capitol Showcases the Power of People-First Finance
More than 215 credit union advocates from across Colorado took their message to the Capitol in Denver, engaging with legislators to share the credit union difference and its daily impact on nearly 2.8 million Coloradans.
Personify Leadership Training: Eight Core Competencies. Two Days. Real Results.
GoWest is excited to offer Personify Leadership Training, an immersive leadership development experience designed to help credit union professionals at every level step fully into their leadership potential.
Fresh Voices, Big Impact: Young Professionals Crash the GAC 2026
This year’s Crash the GAC cohort includes 61 outstanding credit union professionals from across the country, including nine from GoWest member credit unions.
Washington Credit Unions Make Their Voices Heard at DAC in Olympia
On Jan. 28 in Olympia at Washington Credit Union Day at the Capitol, more than 250 credit union advocates from 39 credit unions came together to share stories with legislators.
Real Answers, Real Connections: Tap the Power of Peer Insight with Credit Union Conversations
Credit unions thrive when they learn from one another, and Credit Union Conversations makes that collaboration easier than ever. Available […]
GoWest Launches Small Credit Union Accelerator With Big Investment
The Small Credit Union Accelerator Program is designed for credit unions with assets of up to $250 million, to equip them with the resources, collaboration, and advocacy support needed to thrive in today’s operating environment.
Credit Unions Show Up Strong in Boise for Idaho’s Day at the Capitol
Nearly 80 credit union advocates from 18 Idaho credit unions gathered in Boise on Wednesday, Jan. 21 for Idaho’s Credit […]
GoWest Invests in Small Credit Union Growth Through Accelerator Program
GOWEST CREDIT UNION ASSOCIATION PRESS RELEASE
The Small Credit Union Accelerator Program is designed for credit unions with assets of up to $250 million, to equip these institutions with the resources, collaboration, and advocacy support needed to thrive in today’s operating environment.
Advocacy Season Kicks Off: Why Your Voice Matters at the Capitol
Credit Union Day at the Capitol in each state is crucial. This is an opportunity to elevate the voice of credit unions directly in the halls of power.
United in Purpose: Introducing GoWest’s 2026 Committees and Advisory Groups
Each new member will help drive the strategic priorities of the Credit Union Movement forward and plays a vital role in ensuring our efforts are aligned, collaborative, and impactful.
VisionBoard 2026: Where Board Leadership Meets Strategic Impact
VisionBoard Powered by GoWest is the new, premier national event designed specifically for forward-thinking credit union boards and their executive partners.
Great NorthWest Federal Credit Union and Strait View Credit Union Announce Partnership Merger
This proposed merger, which is pending regulatory and membership approval, is an ideal joining of forces with both credit unions serving similar membership demographics, providing local focus and values.
Your Story Matters! Make It Heard at Your 2026 Credit Union Day at the Capitol
The 2026 Credit Union Day at the Capitol in your state is your next chance to bring your story, along with relevant data and policy asks, directly to the people who make decisions.
