Justin Martin Receives 2026 GoWest Summit Advocate Award
TAPCO Credit Union's President and CEO was honored for more than 20 years of credit union advocacy and his work to build relationships with policymakers.
TACOMA, WA - October 19, 2026 - TAPCO's President and CEO was honored for his longstanding commitment to credit union advocacy and engagement with policymakers.
Justin Martin, President and CEO of TAPCO Credit Union, received the 2026 Summit Advocate Award from GoWest Credit Union Association. The award was presented Oct. 9 at the GoWest Awards Dinner and Gala during MAXX 2026 in Denver.
The Summit Advocate Award honors a credit union professional for exceptional advocacy on behalf of the credit union movement.
GoWest recognized Martin's more than 20 years of advocacy, including his participation in nearly 70 in-person advocacy events since 2020. As Co-Chair of the Washington Governmental Affairs Committee, he works with lawmakers on issues affecting credit unions across the state.
In a video tribute honoring Martin, Kathy Scholes, Chief Financial Officer of TAPCO Credit Union, said, "Your leadership, advocacy, and commitment to doing good have left a lasting impact on our members, our community, and the credit union movement."
The association highlighted Martin's role in responding to a challenge to credit unions' tax status in Washington and his ongoing efforts to build relationships with elected officials. He also encourages TAPCO employees and industry peers to participate in Credit Union Day at the Capitol and other opportunities to connect with policymakers.
GoWest also highlighted TAPCO's support for initiatives addressing homelessness and small-business funding under Martin's leadership.