On October 17, 1975 we opened our doors as Howard Hughes Employees’ Federal Credit Union. Housed in a tiny office within the Silver Slipper Casino, we established our foundation in the financial industry. By the summer of 1978, we became Summa Employees’ Federal Credit Union and spent the remainder of the ‘70’s growing our asset base to over $4 million.

As our membership grew, so did local gaming establishments. The word of our products and services spread quickly amongst the gaming industry newcomers – all of whom wanted to offer the financial benefits of a credit union to their employees. These establishments were added to our SEG listing (Selected Employee Groups) and our field of membership expanded to include anyone directly employed or contracted within the gaming industry and their family members.

In 1989 the credit union's name was changed to WestStar Federal Credit Union, acquiring Southern Nevada State Savings & Credit Union in 1990, Las Vegas Sun Federal Credit Union in 1991. An additional merger with Bally’s Federal Credit Union in 1993 boosted assets to $72 million by year-end.

In 1997 our charter went from Federal to State and our name was changed to what you know best – WestStar Credit Union, The Gaming Employees’ Credit Union.

The year 2010 brings many economic challenges, but we are strong, well capitalized, and will continue to provide safe, honest lending to our Members.

The top Casino and Gaming Manufacturers in Nevada have selected WestStar Credit Union because we understand the special and unique requirements of this industry. While other financial institutions are raising fees, WestStar strives to reduce the everyday costs to our members without sacrificing service. And while other Nevada credit unions have chosen a “community charter” we have opted to stay in our specialty, The Gaming Industry, so we may serve our membership without the added burden of trying to compete with a bank. We’re better than a bank; we’re YOUR credit union.

We have been through a lot of changes over the years, but one thing has remained the same: We are the Gaming Employees’ Credit Union. Our efforts continue to focus on understanding the unique needs of the gaming industry in service, excellence, and convenience. We are continually expanding and revising our products and services to exceed the expectations of the gaming community and provide you, our valued Member, the most from your membership.