The GoWest Credit Union Association is helping cultivate tomorrow’s leaders through the Young Professional Network. By convening young professionals from across the region and offering continual programming aimed at leadership development, the Young Professional Network will prepare the next generation of credit union leaders.
Signature Programs
Steering Group
The YP Steering Group comprises two representatives from each of the GoWest regional YP groups across our six states. This dedicated group takes charge of guiding and overseeing our young professional initiative, ensuring its success and impact. Please contact Lexy Strong for more information on how to get involved.
YP Summit
GoWest is dedicated to nurturing a thriving community for young credit union professionals through the YP Leads program, the GoWest YP Summit, a suite of leadership development programs, and more. Attending this conference is an excellent opportunity to learn how to become a stronger leader in the Credit Union Movement, hear from expert speakers, grow your network, develop skills in workshops, and more.
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YP Leads Program
The 2024 YP Leads Contest for MAXX is Now Open!
The YP Leads program is more than an opportunity; it’s a transformative learning experience for selected young professionals. Elevate your skills, connect with industry leaders, and shape your future by applying for this exclusive program!
In addition to attending MAXX 2024, YP Leads will benefit from a yearlong mentorship commitment made by the assigned YP Lead Mentor. Through a process that is collaboratively designed by the mentor and mentee during MAXX, a plan and goals for the year will be developed to help the YP Lead in their role in advancing the Credit Union Movement.
The deadline to submit your application is Friday, June 7.
The applications will be reviewed by a panel of past YP Leads and mentors who are passionate about developing future credit union leaders. YP Leads will be selected and announced in July.
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Leadership Programs
No matter where you are on your leadership journey, GoWest has a series of leadership development offerings to help you become a more engaging and effective leader. Become the leader who drives high-performing teams and successful credit unions. Start by choosing the program that’s right for you and your team.
Leadership Institute: For early-career professionals
An in-depth series of workshops designed to nurture the abilities to take on additional responsibilities and assume greater leadership roles. Applications are now open for 2024.
Advanced Leadership Program: For experienced leaders
Become a more effective leader by acquiring the tools, skills, and resources to increase strategic impact and reach. Registration is open. Sessions start April 19.
Executive Ready: For C-Suite and CEO-bound executives
A clear road map for building high-performing, connected, and innovative teams. Designed for professionals moving into or having recently entered a C-suite position. Sessions start in May.
Regional YP Groups
- Arizona YCUP
- Colorado YCUP
- CLIMB Idaho
- YCUP PDX
- YP Leads Legacy Group
- Wyoming YCUP
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After an incredible journey spanning over 44 years in the credit union movement, Sue Greenshields, Chief Operations Officer of NW Priority Credit Union bids farewell as she embarks on a well-deserved retirement.
Announcing the 2023 MAXX YP Leads Cohort
Nineteen passionate credit union Young Professionals have been named 2023 YP Leads, earning their ticket to MAXX 2023 this fall. They will benefit from a yearlong mentorship program.
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