A panel of 45 industry leaders selected the finalists from across Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming. The nominees range from individual credit unions addressing local crises to multi-institutional partnerships tackling regional housing and financial literacy challenges. These organizations were recognized for initiatives including flood relief efforts, student financial education programs, and creative employee development strategies that have demonstrably reduced turnover and boosted engagement.
GoWest Credit Union Association Reveals 2026 MAXX Award Finalists
The GoWest Credit Union Association has unveiled its list of finalists for the 2026 MAXX Awards, a distinction honoring credit unions across a six-state region that have demonstrated exceptional community engagement, collaborative spirit, and innovative approaches to both member service and workplace culture.
"These finalists brought the 'People Helping People' philosophy to life," said Troy Stang, President and CEO of GoWest Credit Union Association. Stang noted that the honorees are being celebrated for their work in helping members achieve homeownership, providing direct disaster assistance, and empowering staff to better serve their communities. The winners will be officially announced on October 9 at the GoWest MAXX Experience held at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver. In addition to the five primary categories—Community Impact, Cooperation in Action, Employee Experience, Member Impact, and Storytelling With Purpose—the event will recognize top advocacy credit unions and four individual leadership awards.
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