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Chad Burchard Joins Numerica Credit Union as Chief Lending Officer
Numerica Credit Union welcomed Chad Burchard as its new Chief Lending Officer, bringing more than 30 years of financial industry experience to the organization.
Innovation, Networking, and Plenty of Fun at the MAXX Marketplace
More than 175 exhibitors and sponsors will be on hand at the MAXX 2025 GoWest Solutions Marketplace – a one-stop shop for credit union professionals to learn about the latest in cutting-edge services and partnerships.
Powerhouse Sessions Coming to MAXX 2025 in Portland
Preview of some of the dynamic sessions on the agenda that are designed to inspire, inform, and equip credit union professionals for the road ahead.
Landings Credit Union Announces Cecilia Ashe as New President & CEO
The Landings Credit Union Board of Directors has named Cecilia Ashe as Chief Executive Officer, following the completion of a comprehensive search process.
Pints, Alpacas & Pickles in Portland: “Pints With Purpose” Returns to MAXX
Portland credit unions are upping the ante this year when they host "Pints With Purpose" on Monday, Oct. 13 – the first day of MAXX 2025.
Unlock Your MAXX 2025 Journey with a Scholarship from GoWest Foundation
The GoWest Foundation offers scholarships to support you joining us at MAXX.
Gesa Credit Union Teams Up with Food Lifeline and Second Harvest During Hunger Action Month
Gesa Credit Union is supporting Hunger Action Month by teaming up with longtime partners Food Lifeline and Second Harvest to fight food insecurity across the Pacific Northwest.
CEO Co-Lab 2026: Your Peer-Powered Strategy Summit
The momentum continues as GoWest's CEO Co-Lab returns Jan. 7–9, 2026, in Phoenix with new topics driven by the priorities that matter most to credit union leaders today.
Horizons North Credit Union Wins 2025 Best of the Best Honors
Horizons North Credit Union announced on Aug. 25 that it has once again been recognized as a Best of the Best Bank/Credit Union by Colorado Community Media in both Westminster and Northglenn-Thornton for 2025.
Climb Credit Union Named to Top Three Best Credit Unions of Colorado’s Western Slope
Climb Credit Union was recognized in August by The Daily Sentinel’s “Best of the West” awards in Grand Junction, Colo.
Retailer Stablecoins: How They Threaten Credit Unions
Retailer-issued stablecoins are no longer just a tech curiosity; they pose a direct challenge to the $90 billion interchange fee system that has long subsidized credit union operations and member rewards programs.
SW Washington Credit Unions Rally to Support Local Nonprofits
The Southwest Washington Chapter of Credit Unions hosted its Credit Unions Care Donation Drives July 7-18 in Cowlitz and Clark Counties.
GoWest Awards 2025: Celebrating Cooperation in Action Finalists
This week, finalists in the Cooperation in Action category are highlighted.
GoWest Awards 2025: Spotlight on Community Impact Finalists
This week, finalists in the Community Impact category are highlighted.
Making a Collective Impact: GoWest Foundation Introduces New Board Officers
On Tuesday, Aug. 19, the GoWest Foundation Board of Directors met and new officers were appointed to serve one-year terms.
42 GoWest Credit Union Professionals Among the Newest WCMS Grads
On July 24, the newest graduates of the Western Credit Union Management School (WCMS) were honored at the 63rd graduation ceremony held in Bridges Hall of Music at Pomona College in Claremont, Calif.
Creating a Member-First Lending Experience: Inside TruStage’s New Digital Purchase Journey
TruStage Lending continues to overcome legacy pain points like limited integration capabilities and relying on face-to-face conversations to promote offers.
Clarity Credit Union Opens Homedale, Idaho, Branch – The City’s First Credit Union!
Clarity Credit Union opened its newest branch location in Homedale, Idaho, - the city's first-ever credit union.
OCCU Announces $350 Million Auto Loan Securitization Sale
OCCU Auto Receivables Trust has issued $350 million of asset-backed securities (ABS) to strong investor interest.
Credit Union West Named a Top Workplace for 13 Consecutive Years
This is the 13th consecutive year that the Credit Union West has been named a top workplace in Arizona.
GoWest Awards 2025: Time for Member Program Finalists to Shine
This week, finalists in the Member Program category are highlighted.