The First Arizona Credit Union Week Sets Tone for Credit Union Cooperation

Four credit unions teamed up for several days of activities that culminated with International Credit Union Day.

TruWest Credit Union Promotes Chris Kearney to President and Chief Information Officer

Kearney will assume the role of chief executive officer in October 2024.

Vantage West Credit Union Names New Vice President of Community Impact

Jon Bruflat has been with Vantage West since 2010.

OCCU Announces Second Auto-Loan Securitization Sale

The transaction offers $258 million of fixed-rate notes and follows a $275 million offering in October 2022.

Unitus Community Credit Union Wins Two Prestigious Awards

Unitus will now be considered for national-level awards through the Credit Union National Association.

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Small Dollar Loan Fund Program Now Open for Applications

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund opened the 2024 funding round for the SDL Program on Friday.

OCCU Foundation’s Contributions Topped $900,000 in 2022

It's the largest annual total in the Foundation's five-year history.

GoWest Congratulates the 2023 Executive Ready Graduates

Sixteen credit union professionals complete GoWest's executive-level leadership development program. 

Blue Federal Credit Union, Aventa Credit Union Announce Plan to Merge

The merger is expected to be completed in the first half of 2024, according to both credit unions.

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Civic Center in Idaho Falls Now Named After Frontier Credit Union

The newly renamed "Frontier Center for the Performing Arts" has been a pillar of the Idaho Falls community for over 70 years.

Life Insurance Helps Ensure Tomorrow’s Certainty Today

As society continues to grapple with the ripple effects of the pandemic, credit unions tend to play a vital role in helping members get access to life insurance coverage.

MAXX Keynote Speakers Present Science, Songs, and a Vision for the Future

An economist, a neuroscientist, and a Broadway “King” were featured at the MAXX main stage.

Compliance Newsletter – Oct. 24, 2023

Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.

Two Unitus Community Credit Union Leaders Elected to Board Chair Positions at Nonprofits

President and CEO Steven Stapp, and Senior Vice President and Chief Retail Officer Corlinda Wooden, are donating their time and expertise to WorldOregon and Sunshine Division, respectively.

Gesa Credit Union’s ‘Day of Service’ Assists More than 30 Local Organizations

Gesa team members united on Indigenous Peoples’ Day and dedicated over 2,400 hours of service to 31 community organizations across Washington.

Refugee Organization in Spokane To Receive Boost From Credit Unions

Spokane’s Thrive International will be renovated inside and out as part of International Credit Union Day.

Columbia Credit Union Donates $47,456 to Nonprofits Through Charity Golf Tournament

Proceeds from this year’s tournament support three organizations that John McKibbin championed and align with Columbia Credit Union’s core value of community.

Solarity Credit Union Sasquatch Campaign Supports Yakima Humane Society

The credit union raised $4,060 for YHS, which has been at capacity for some time.

Inaugural 2023 GoWest Awards Announces Winners

Hundreds of professionals from across the credit union community came together to celebrate the achievements of each winner.

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Compliance Newsletter – Oct. 10, 2023

Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.

Credit Unions for Kids Auction Raises $1.2 Million for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals During MAXX Convention

Hundreds of professionals from across the credit union community came together to celebrate the lifesaving work of CMN hospitals.