E.C. Harrison
E.C. Harrison is a freelance writer for Callahan & Associates. With more than 25 years of experience in writing and editing, he has spent most of his career helping readers understand the latest developments in technology, financial services, and government affairs. He has previously served as a newspaper writer and editor, magazine editor, book editor, speechwriter, and digital marketing manager.
E.C. has received numerous awards for public service, news writing, technology research papers, and marketing/advertising material. A native of South Carolina, he holds a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of South Carolina, where he specialized in creative writing and minored in news-editorial journalism.

Eric Givens On Leadership
E.C. Harrison
May 3, 2016
Eric Givens, senior director of digital banking at Arizona Federal Credit Union, talks technology and understanding what makes millennials tick.
Wendy Bryant-Beswick On Leadership
E.C. Harrison
January 20, 2016
Wendy Bryant-Beswick, chief marketing officer at Generations Federal Credit Union, talks about digital transitions, max-value mediums, and why marketers deserve a dedicated seat at the ...
How To Identify The Next Great Credit Union Leader
E.C. Harrison
December 21, 2015
Pre-employment assessments help TDECU reduce attrition, match talent to responsibilities, and predict future performance.
How To Move To An In-House Business Model
E.C. Harrison
November 16, 2015
SECU of Maryland’s move to bring its business lending operations in-house resulted in a return on investment in the range of 250 to 300 basis ...
Kim Alexander On Leadership
E.C. Harrison
November 11, 2015
Experiences in high-tech manufacturing, small business services, and the rodeo have prepared Kim Alexander, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Warren Federal Credit ...
Joy Wilson On Leadership
E.C. Harrison
October 19, 2015
Joy Wilson, chief administrative officer of ORNL Federal Credit Union, talks about identifying talent and competencies, collaborating, and managing through dynamic change.
Hilary Eisbrenner On Leadership
E.C. Harrison
September 30, 2015
Hilary Eisbrenner, chief financial officer at Keesler Federal Credit Union, shares thoughts on leadership, industry challenges, team-building, and dream-following.
How To Entice Members To Choose Fee Over Free
E.C. Harrison
September 28, 2015
An account that pays members up to $200 a year in merchant rebates plus unlimited cash back rewards on signature-based debit card transactions has helped ...
A Tradition Of Thanks Three Decades In The Making
E.C. Harrison
September 21, 2015
CoVantage Credit Union’s $1.7 million patronage payout in 2014 marked the 33rd consecutive year the Wisconsin credit union has returned extra value to its loyal ...
Vendor Management In A Brave New World Of Compliance
E.C. Harrison
August 31, 2015
In this Q&A, Kristen E. Edmundson, vice president of audit and compliance at Purdue Federal Credit Union, shares her perspectives on pain points, best practices, ...