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Vantage West and iHeartRadio Launch Books and School Supplies Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students
Tucson, AZ [September 8, 2025] This September, in honor of National Literacy Month, Vantage West Credit Union is partnering with iHeartRadio to host From Pencils to Pages, a books and...
Vantage West Welcomes Aimee Schmidt as VP, HR and Organizational Development
[TUCSON, AZ] May 5, 2025, Vantage West Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Aimee Schmidt as VP, HR and Organizational Development. Aimee has over 20 years of...
Vantage West Named Forbes Best-in-State Credit Union for Third Consecutive Year
TUCSON, AZ – Vantage West Credit Union has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions, earning the prestigious honor for the third consecutive year. Notably,...
Vantage West Credit Union Launches BNPL to Expand Financial Inclusion
Arizona credit union increases member access to flexible financing by enabling them to split their eligible debit card purchases to pay over time TUCSON, AZ. (JUNE 16, 2025) – Vantage...
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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.
Tips to help maintain steady cash flow during market volatility
Market volatility affects all businesses. Here are some tips on how careful planning can help keep your business stable through cyclical ups and downs