Washington
Cascade Federal Credit Union Announces Merger with Tacoma Narrows Federal Credit Union
The merger went into effect on November 1. Accounts and systems will convert on December 1, giving the 800 former Tacoma Narrows FCU members access to all of Cascade FCU‘s products, services, and branches.
Numerica’s Jessica Johnson Promoted to VP of Risk Management
In her 16 years at Numerica, Johnson has gained a breadth of experience throughout the credit union, including helping Numerica launch Washington’s first cannabis banking program.
Three GoWest Credit Unions Named CUNA 2022 National Award Winners
Atlantic City Federal Credit Union, Clackamas Federal Credit Union, and SnoCope Credit Union were all honored as national winners.
BECU Announces Beverly Anderson as Next President and Chief Executive Officer
Thirty-year financial services executive with vast experience in transformation, product innovation, and consumer needs to lead the country’s largest community credit union.
BECU Employees Assemble 27,000 Care Kits for Nonprofit Partners
Nearly 2,700 employees give back to their communities during BECU Cares Day.
United Way honors Numerica with Legacy Award
The credit union was honored for decades of volunteer efforts, financial support to nonprofits, and the active community involvement demonstrated by its leadership.
Two Families Moving into New, Affordable Homes with Help from Habitat for Humanity and Credit Union Volunteers
Nineteen local Washington credit unions volunteered hundreds of hours to help build two homes for two families in need, in celebration of International Credit Union Day.
Columbia Credit Union Welcomes Sharif Burdzik as Small Business Lending Officer
Burdzik is excited to elevate their small business focus, to more comprehensively ‘make life better’ for the business owners in their community.
Washington Credit Unions Partner to Revamp Community Center in Honor of 74th Annual International Credit Union Day
Together, the credit unions repainted the community center, waxed the floors. cleaned and organized the craft closet, large hall bathroom, kitchen, and laundry rooms, and pooled funds to purchase a new sectional and a scissor lift.
How Blue Mountain Credit Union Took its Cybersecurity to the Next Level
The small credit union was able to meet the growing cybersecurity needs by enlisting the help of approached GoWest Solutions partner, IP Services, providing a full-service protection program.
Numerica, STCU, and Progressions Credit Union Named ‘Best Place to Work’
This is the second year in a row the credit union has won and the fifth consecutive year of being in the top three in the large employer category.
Fibre Federal Credit Union & TLC Supports Colleges and Hospitals with Multi-Year Commitment
Donation funds support supplemental meal programs, student scholarships, child literacy programs, and a variety of other community-centered initiatives.
STCU Awards $40,000 in Classroom Grants
The not-for-profit credit union, which was founded by teachers, is honoring its roots by awarding a total of $40,000 to 200 winners drawn at random.
Harborstone Credit Union Elects New CEO Geoff Bullock
Bullock currently serves as executive VP and Chief Member Experience Officer of Royal Credit Union, based in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and is expected to transition to his new role before the end of October 2022.
WECU Donates $110,000 to Three Local Nonprofits
The credit union’s Education First Grant Program aims to move education forward in its many forms throughout its community.
Take These Steps to Get Your Team Engaged in Your Community
iQ Credit Union’s “heart-forward” approach is working and could for your credit union as well.
Gesa Credit Union Provides $300,000 to Schools Via Affinity Card Debit Program
The funds will provide students with career-connected learning experiences including industry tours, job shadows, and special events.
Credit Union Collaboration Leads to Development of Washington’s First Land Bank
How a GoWest Foundation grant, credit union collaboration, and advocacy are driving affordable housing solutions in Spokane.
Washington Credit Unions Can Now Offer Better Rates for Minority and Women Business Owners
Through the newly accessible Linked Deposit Loan Program, credit unions can provide an interest rate reduction of up to 2% for OMWBE state-certified businesses.
Horizon Credit Union Welcomes Embark into the Family
The new organization has 31 branches with over 400 employees in four states and serves over 113,000 members.
Small Business Flex Fund Offers WA Small Businesses Flexible Capital
O Bee Credit Union has funded over $3 million into its communities through the Small Business Flex Fund and expects to double that in the coming months.