Aaron Passman
Aaron Passman is the editorial director at Callahan & Associates, overseeing the company’s online and print publications. He spent more than a decade as a journalist before joining Callahan, and his extensive experience covering the credit union industry includes serving as a reporter and editor for Credit Union Journal and overseeing its 2020 merger into American Banker. Aaron holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas and lives near Kansas City with his family.
More Branches, But Smaller And Smarter
Aaron Passman
September 23, 2024
Cooperatives are expanding branch networks as banks of all sizes pull back from brick-and-mortar.
Unlocking The True Value Of Your CPI Program: What You Need To Know
From payments to claims processing and beyond, understanding your collateral protection insurance needs is crucial to selecting the right partner.
Exit Interview: Hank Hubbard, One Detroit Credit Union
Aaron Passman
September 2, 2024
The veteran leader and Motor City hype man looks back on a career centered on living the “people helping people” philosophy.
Tackle Margin Compression By Transforming Your Lending Operations
A digital loan origination system can revolutionize a credit union’s lending process by boosting efficiency, minimizing risk, and enhancing the borrower experience.
Coloramo Rolls Out A ‘Real’ Strategy To Attract Young Members
Aaron Passman
July 8, 2024
The Colorado credit union has debuted a digital brand targeting young consumers and plans to make it available to the entire industry.
What’s In A Name: Director Of Organizational Change Management
Aaron Passman
May 13, 2024
Desert Financial’s Allison Worthington offers insights into how her role helps others feel like they’re a part of change, rather than feeling that change is ...
Vantage West Works A Side HUSTL
Aaron Passman
May 6, 2024
The Arizona-based credit union’s new fintech venture is part of a broader segmentation trend across the financial services industry.
Low Battery? These Credit Unions Can Help.
Aaron Passman
April 22, 2024
Rising electric vehicle usage has led some institutions to install electric vehicle charging stations at branches. The move could help both the planet and the ...
Opportunities Abound For Veterans At A Kentucky Credit Union
Aaron Passman
April 15, 2024
A program at Abound Credit Union has helped hundreds of would-be small business owners since its launch eight years ago.
Solar Eclipse Flips The Script On Branch Operations
Aaron Passman
April 8, 2024
With a total solar eclipse on the horizon and another not expected for two decades, credit unions across the country are gearing up — even ...