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.
It’s Not A Core Conversion, It’s A Systems Upgrade
Aaron Passman
August 11, 2025
From bonuses to candy budgets, Credit Union 1 and Purdue FCU offer tips to successfully manage one of financial services’ biggest hurdles.
7 Smart Loans For Life’s Big Moments
Aaron Passman
August 4, 2025
From funerals to education to gender-affirming care and beyond, credit unions are punching up the personal loan.
Vantage West Pivots With Its Digital Banking Brand
Aaron Passman
July 21, 2025
A year after launching its HUSTL digital banking brand, the Arizona-based credit union has revamped its approach.
Best Of 2025 (So Far): Building Vibrant Communities
Aaron Passman
June 30, 2025
A midyear look back at how credit unions are lifting up their communities in ways that go beyond just banking.
Best Of 2025 (So Far): Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
Aaron Passman
June 30, 2025
Revisiting some of the unique strategies financial cooperatives are using to drive long-term success and sustainable organic growth.
Best Of 2025 (So Far): Driving Employee Engagement
Aaron Passman
June 30, 2025
From innovative training strategies to change management and more, here’s a look back at how credit unions are empowering their staff to serve members and ...
Best Of 2025 (So Far): Supporting Member Financial Wellbeing
Aaron Passman
June 30, 2025
From access to education and beyond, credit unions are putting members first in a way that’s not just about banking – it’s about financial empowerment. ...
From Internship To Credit Union Career
Aaron Passman
June 16, 2025
With the academic year over, students across the country are moving into internships — some of those young workers will be the future of the ...
Stepping Into The Branch And Out Of The Comfort Zone
Aaron Passman
June 9, 2025
A front-line immersive experience provides a new lens on training and employee experience for a longtime executive.
A New Mortgage Option At WSECU Spices Up The Market
Aaron Passman
June 2, 2025
A blended breakthrough at the Washington credit union is a smart solution for stuck borrowers.