Each day, we’re spotlighting one of Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of 2026, celebrating the organizations setting the standard for leadership, workplace culture, innovation and community impact. Today, learn more about TruWest Credit Union.
Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of 2026 will be celebrated at a special awards dinner on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, at Chateau Luxe in Phoenix. To learn more, click here.
DEEPER DIVE: Here are Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of 2026
The Event Partner of the Most Admired Companies of 2026 celebration is BestCompaniesAZ, the Presenting Sponsor is Phillips Law Group, the Premier Sponsors are Amkor and Air2O, the Step and Repeat Sponsor is OneAZ Credit Union, the Spotlight Award sponsor is City of Hope Cancer Center Arizona, the Beverage Sponsor is Burch & Cracchiolo, the VIP Sponsor is Axiom Care, the Community Impact Sponsor is Evolve PR & Marketing, the Dessert Sponsor is RTX, the Floral Sponsor is CHASSE Building Team, the Floral Provider is PJs Flowers and the Production Sponsor is Merestone. The digital sponsor of Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of 2026 is LAVIDGE.
TruWest Credit Union
Top Arizona executive: Chris Kearney, president and CEO
What it does: Financial services
Why it’s admired: TruWest Credit Union proves that banking is about far more than dollars and cents — it’s about people. Guided by a genuine “culture of caring,” the member-owned cooperative pairs innovative financial solutions with personalized service, community involvement and employee empowerment. Whether helping families achieve homeownership, championing financial literacy or celebrating teammates, TruWest continues to show that when people come first, communities — and relationships — grow stronger.
