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.
Cryptocurrency Losses Fuel Jump In Elder Financial Abuse Claims
Aaron Passman
June 26, 2023
A new report from the FBI finds total losses from elder financial abuse rose by 84% last year compared to 2021 figures.
Study Highlights Racial Disparities In Housing Affordability Across America
Aaron Passman
June 19, 2023
New data underscores how far minorities have to go to catch up.
A Credit Union Guide To Embracing Equity
Aaron Passman
June 13, 2023
A look at the strategies cooperatives have deployed to create more effective diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility programs at their institutions and within their communities.
The Liquidity Crisis (And How To Handle It)
Aaron Passman
April 24, 2023
What has happened to liquidity in the past year, and how are credit unions managing the current dearth of incoming funds?
Impact Strategies From March 2023
Aaron Passman
March 27, 2023
A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
‘Unbanked’ Rate Declines But Challenges Remain
Aaron Passman
March 20, 2023
More consumers are entering the mainstream banking system, but more than a quarter of loan applicants say they aren’t getting the funds they need.
3 Takeaways From Day 2 Of The 2023 CUNA GAC
Aaron Passman
March 1, 2023
DEI, financial wellbeing, and economic uncertainty were the big topics of the day.
4 Takeaways From Day 1 Of The 2023 CUNA GAC
Aaron Passman
February 28, 2023
The battle for fee income, the crucial role of impact, and more were all highlights of the first day’s sessions in Washington.
Homebuyer Demographics Shift Again
Aaron Passman
February 27, 2023
Americans are buying their first homes — and selling them — at the oldest average age on record.
Impact Strategies From January 2023
Aaron Passman
January 30, 2023
A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.