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.

American 1 Promotes Financial Wellness From Shelter To Stability
Aaron Passman
January 27, 2025
A partnership that helps the homeless wouldn’t be nearly as successful without the right people in the right seats — but that means more than ...
How American 1 Helps The Homeless Get Back On Their Feet
Aaron Passman
January 27, 2025
A partnership between the Michigan-based credit union and a local shelter is changing lives and gradually expanding to other parts of the state.
What Do Credit Union Leaders Want From The New NCUA Chair?
Aaron Passman
January 20, 2025
With a new chairman in place, leaders from across the industry offer their hopes and wish lists for the latest iteration of the NCUA board.
Insights From The Outside: Christopher Hendry
Aaron Passman
January 20, 2025
The IC Federal Credit Union chief reflects on how decades spent outside of financial services have shaped his approach to credit union leadership.
How ITM Strategy Became A Catalyst For Organizational Growth At Public Service
Aaron Passman
January 13, 2025
Indiana-based Public Service launched ITMs as part of a broader pivot to deepen member service.
Dodd-Frank’s Section 1071: How Smart Document Sharing Simplifies Compliance
Learn how innovative document-sharing solutions can streamline compliance and foster member trust.
Future-Proofing Credit Unions With Modernized Check Processing
Despite the rise of digital payments, checks remain vital for many businesses and members.
Drive Deeper Relationships Through Digital Engagement And Deposit Account Use
New tools can help credit unions deepen relationships with members while putting money back in their pockets.
Credit Unions Can Support Americans’ No. 1 New Year’s Resolution
Aaron Passman
January 1, 2025
Consumers desperately want to save money, but an overwhelming majority say one or more obstacles stand in their way.
Best Of 2024: Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
Aaron Passman
December 23, 2024
A look back at how credit unions navigated 2024’s financial complexities to strengthen their balance sheets and build a resilient foundation for the future.