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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Less than a decade after its launch, the Cooperative Trust has brought youth and coolness back to credit union land, earning the group one of this year’s Wegner awards.
February 27 -
Ousted CEO John Dee Carruth is continuing his war of words against the state regulator, but he may not have much recourse under a provision of Alabama law.
February 17 -
An inside look at growth strategies from some of the top 10 CUs for potential membership growth.
February 15 -
The trade group says that by merging the Share Insurance Fund and Corporate Stabilization Fund to issue dividends now – instead of in 2020 – the regulator could avoid instituting new premiums to the NCUSIF.
February 13 -
In spite of a FOM that spans 46 counties, the $523 million-asset credit union is keeping the focus on the South Florida market place – at least for now.
February 13 -
Once upon a time, credit unions could serve anyone they wanted and there was no such thing as “common bond.” Sounds like a fairy tale, but it turns out a select few still can.
February 13 -
The $800 million-asset CU is using mergers and digital outreach to boost its brand and pick up membership across the state.
February 13 -
Having begun as a teller, Thorne worked his way up the credit union ladder, serving in a number of senior leadership positions.
February 8 -
Study from the New England Council outlines the impact of the region’s nearly 400 credit unions, as well as that of other financial institutions and service providers.
January 31 -
A study from Georgia CU Affiliates reveals a specific dollar amount that consumers in the Peach State receive as a result of credit union membership.
January 27 -
NCUA’s latest list of supervisory priorities offers credit unions a glimpse at what examiners will be focusing on in 2017 – and even well into 2018.
January 26 -
The new study highlighting the importance of the credit union tax exemption comes at a time when Congress is looking for new ways to boost government revenues and save taxpayers money.
January 23 -
The first full week of the Trump administration includes a number of issues pertinent to CUs, including potential Senate votes on cabinet nominees.
January 23 -
The Credit Union Development Fund from Lloyds Banking Group is similar to CRA requirements seen at large American banks.
January 20 -
The auto lending group is touting loan growth of more than 16% for its CU partners throughout 2016.
January 20 -
Two lending specialists from the Small Business Administration will join NCUA representatives for the webinar.
January 20 -
WESTconsin CU and UT FCU have selected Member Experience, which uses Net Promoter Score methodology to improve members’ experiences and drive growth.
January 17 -
Credit unions are relying on tried-and-true methods of aiding the communities they serve, all while adding new and innovative strategies into the mix.
January 11 -
New CUNA campaign aimed at reforming CFPB and improving operating environment for CUs.
January 10 -
Eight hostages were released and are all believed to be unharmed.
January 10
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