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Goldenwest Named “Best of State” for the 13th Time – A Legacy of Excellence
Goldenwest Credit Union has once again demonstrated its leadership in Utah’s financial services industry by earning Utah’s prestigious “Best of State” award in the Credit Union category—its remarkable 13th win in just 18 years.
Goldenwest Releases 2024 Annual Report; Announces Board Positions
Goldenwest Credit Union presented its 2024 Annual Report and announced Board positions during the organization’s 89th Annual Meeting, held virtually on April 8, 2025. The online format was selected to enhance accessibility for Goldenwest’s nearly 200,000 members.
Goldenwest Urges Support for Credit Union Tax-Exempt Status
Goldenwest Credit Union and USU Credit Union are calling on members and supporters to help protect the financial benefits that credit unions provide to their members and communities. The U.S. Congress is currently considering tax reforms that could eliminate the tax-exempt status of credit unions nationwide, which would have a direct and significant impact on nearly 200,000 Goldenwest and USU Credit Union members.
Goldenwest Announces $3.5 Million Year-End Bonus for Members
Goldenwest Credit Union is proud to announce the distribution of a record-breaking $3.5 million year-end bonus to its members, marking the largest payout in the organization’s history. This milestone extends a 21-year tradition, during which Goldenwest has returned more than $30 million to its members.
Patrick Fishburn Earns PGA Tour Full Status for 2025 with Stellar Rookie Year
Ogden Utah native and PGA Tour golfer Patrick Fishburn has made a significant impact during his first year on the PGA Tour. Fishburn’s impressive rookie season included two 3rd place finishes, three top-five finishes and five top-ten finishes.
Goldenwest Expands into Idaho Falls
Goldenwest Credit Union is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest full-service branch in Idaho Falls, located at 525 West Sunnyside Road. This marks the fifth branch in Idaho and the first in Idaho Falls, as Goldenwest continues its growth throughout the Gem State.
Goldenwest Credit Union Breaks Ground on New Branch in Mountain Green
Goldenwest Credit Union has officially broken ground on its newest branch in Mountain Green, marking the Credit Union’s continued growth in Morgan County. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on Thursday, October 3rd, at 4950 W Old Highway Road, directly across from the new Lee’s Marketplace.
Other Goldenwest News
Ekenes Named Manager, Information Technology
June 21, 2023
Goldenwest Credit Union recently promoted Erik Ekenes to Manager over the Information Technology...
Goldenwest Promotes White as Manager for Herriman Branch
June 1, 2023
Goldenwest is excited to promote Lana White as the new Branch Manager over the Herriman...
Wise Promoted to Assistant Vice President of Operations and Records
April 17, 2023
Brooke Wise has been promoted to Assistant Vice President of Operations and Records, and...
Goldenwest Promotes Koga to Assistant Vice President over Contact Center and Virtual Branch
April 17, 2023
Toni Koga has been promoted to Assistant Vice President over the Contact...
Goldenwest Hires Muhlestein as Manager for Springville Branch
March 1, 2023
Goldenwest has hired Leon Muhlestein as the Branch Manager over our new Springville Branch. Muhlestein has over
Goldenwest Promotes Hainline as Manager for McKay-Dee Branch
January 2, 2023
Goldenwest is excited to promote Lacey Hainline as the new Branch Manager over the recently opened McKay-Dee Branch.
Goldenwest Hires Snell as Manager for Orem Branch
November 3, 2022
Goldenwest is excited to welcome Nancy Snell as the new Branch Manager over the Orem, Utah Branch.
Goldenwest Promotes Liehe to Vice President of Branching in Idaho
November 3, 2022
Katie Liehe has been promoted to Vice President of Branching for Idaho, where she leads operations
