Aaron Passman is editor of Credit Union Journal, the nation’s leading credit union news resource. He was appointed editor in 2018 after two years as an assistant editor at CUJ and nearly five years as a reporter there. He has worked as a staff writer or freelancer for a variety of publications across the country and is a graduate of the University of Kansas.
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Lawmakers this week will continue to discuss extending the Paycheck Protection Program, and the National Credit Union Administration is scheduled to hold its monthly board meeting.
March 15 -
The nation's second-largest credit union is thanking all full-time employees for their work since COVID hit. But even as vaccinations ramp up, remote work will be the norm for several more months.
March 12 -
A longtime fixture in the industry, Teresa Freeborn succeeds GWLN founder Susan Mitchell as chair of the group.
March 11 -
Juan Fernandez Ceballos will take the helm at the state league following Paul Stull’s retirement this summer.
March 11 -
The social media platform skews toward a more youthful demographic, while credit unions' average member age has been stuck in the late 40s for decades. But even institutions that use it have concerns about security.
March 11 -
Indiana Members CU will expand its reach later this year following completion of a proposed combination with Members Choice FCU.
March 10 -
The industry saw deposits rise by nearly 20% last year, in part due to economic stimulus measures from the government. More of the same could be coming once President Biden signs the latest stimulus bill into law.
March 8 -
Lending slowed, credit allowances mounted and return on assets as well as other performance ratios weakened, according to year-end figures from the credit union regulator.
March 8 -
The new leaders include some who succeed retiring chief executives retiring and others stepping in after unexpected departures.
By Ken McCarthyMarch 5 -
The deal, subject to approval from regulators and members, will add to Valley Strong's existing branch network and comes after several years of losses at Solano First.
March 4