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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Marine Credit Union, Numerica CU and others have announced a variety of personnel moves in recent weeks.
July 9 -
These programs are allowed in a majority of states, but only a small portion of credit unions offer them. That may change as the need for deposits grows and consumer expectations shift.
July 8 -
A handful of institutions in the last year have rolled out loan programs targeting members of the military and first responders, but there could be risks associated with these mortgages if the economy takes a nosedive.
By Palash GhoshJuly 4 -
At the recent Digital Banking conference, a pair of credit union executives offered insights into how the shift toward digital services has impacted their branching strategy and vice versa.
June 24 -
The Ohio Democrat praised Todd Harper, one of the regulator's newest board members, for his attempt to shift the agency's focus toward issues such as concentration risk.
June 24 -
As the Federal Credit Union Act turns 85, industry figures are working on issues related to executive compensation, UDAAP and more, all while girding for a slowdown in membership and loan growth.
June 24 -
The NCUA proposed Thursday to put off until 2022 implementation of a rule that would require larger credit unions to hold more risk-based capital.
June 20 -
From recognition as a pillar of the community to honors for innovative partnerships and awarding funds to young scholars, here's a look at how credit unions are giving back.
June 17 -
Conference overload and sexual harassment response strategies are top of mind as CUNA and NAFCU prepare to simultaneously host their annual summer meetings.
June 17 -
One consultant offers tips on how to better understand – and compete with – new entrants to the financial services marketplace.
June 10 -
Loans grew amid a surge in deposits, while membership surpassed 117 million and industry consolidation continued.
June 6 -
Embers Credit Union and Upper Michigan Community CU will open their doors as a merged institution on June 3, nearly a year after members voted to approve the deal.
May 31 -
In a strong labor market, credit unions and industry groups are adding new employees at a vigorous pace. Here are some of the latest new hires and promotions.
May 30 -
Some credit unions are creating entirely new positions at their institutions to manage growth while others are placing industry veterans into roles to better manage expansion efforts.
May 28 -
The East Lansing-based credit union plans to open two branches in the Traverse City area, more than three hours north of its headquarters.
May 24 -
During its monthly meeting, the National Credit Union Administration board also approved a proposal to increase CU access to non-member deposits, a move bankers are already railing against.
May 23 -
A look at some of the latest credit union hires, promotions, retirements and more.
May 21 -
Two recent campaigns show credit unions can still make an impact with old-school marketing, but some fear too few institutions are utilizing data in ways that can target those messages for maximum effect.
May 20 -
Kerry Parker plans to retire from the Austin, Texas-based institution next month.
May 17 -
National Credit Union Administration Chairman Rodney Hood’s testimony Thursday was reportedly the first time in three years the agency has appeared before the House Financial Services Committee.
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