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In 1 Day, Vantage West Dedicated Over 3,840 Hours to Community Service
With a steadfast commitment to community and service, Vantage West Credit Union put business on hold on October 14 and brought all employees together for a full day of volunteering.
Pima, Tucson Host Returning Celebration of Service to Education
Metro Education Commission’s Evening to Empower Ed Honors Students, Educators, and Community Leaders Across the Greater Tucson Area TUCSON, AZ — On May 9, 2025, the Metro Education Commission (MEC),
Q&A: Jennifer Robinson on Rural Credit Unions
The branch manager of Vantage West Credit Union in Tombstone, Arizona, shares about what makes credit unions different from traditional banks and how they work to support her rural community.
There’s Nothing Random About These Acts Of Kindness
A one-day event to give back has transformed into an initiative that spans several states and generates hundreds of thousands of dollars in community impact. One CEO’s wild idea to
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Experiencing Security: How IT Can Help Your Customer Experience
IT security impacts nearly every part of your customer experience. Jim Jenkins from Vantage West Credit Union talks about how that means more than just keeping data safe.
GoWest Announces 2024 “Cooperation in Action” Award Winners
Vantage West, along with other Tucson credit unions, is awarded GoWest’s Cooperation in Action Award, highlighting credit unions that live out the spirit of cooperation, demonstrating what’s possible when the credit union industry comes together in service of members and communities.
The Most Influential Women in Arizona Business for 2021
Sandra Sagehorn-Elliott, Vantage West President/CEO, is listed among “The Most Influential Women in Arizona Business for 2021” by AZ Big Media.
Banks, Credit Unions Optimistic about Arizona’s Post-pandemic Economy
Vantage West processed an estimated $26 million in SBA and PPP loans for their members, as well as more than $800,000 in pandemic-related financial assistance in the form of waived fees.
Why employees with soft skills are in high demand
Cutthroat employees make for cutthroat business. However, if the success of your business relies heavily on teamwork, hiring people with strong interpersonal skills that are not job-specific can work to your advantage. These include having a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, self-confidence, and more. Here are a few tips to consider when choosing the right person to your team.
Cost savings for your business make it easy to be green
Arizona is surrounded by an endless supply of beautiful sunshine. If you are a local Arizona business, adding solar to your business financial strategy might be worth doing. Benefits include cost savings due to drastically reduced energy bills, access to government incentives, and more.