From Big Banks to Belief-Based Banking: Aaron Caid's Commitment to Stewardship and Faith

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Have you ever faced challenges in the marketplace that tested your values? In this episode of Seek Go Create, Tim Winders dives into the impact of overcoming obstacles and maintaining integrity in the business world. Joined by guest Aaron Caid, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Christian Community Credit Union, they explore the intersection of faith and finance, ethical decision-making, and the importance of aligning financial practices with personal beliefs. If you're intrigued by the idea of living out your faith in the workplace and are curious about a financial institution driven by faith-based stewardship, this episode is a must-listen.

""True stewardship aligns our financial lives with our faith." - Aaron Caid

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About Our Guest:

Aaron Caid is the senior vice president and chief marketing officer at Christian Community Credit Union, with over two decades of extensive experience in digital transformation and brand loyalty. His professional background includes roles at prestigious institutions such as Citibank, JPMorgan Chase, and the YMCA of Metro Chicago. Aaron is dedicated to helping Christ followers align their financial lives with their faith to embody true stewardship, and he is deeply committed to living out his faith in the workplace.

Reasons to Listen:

1. Gain insights on aligning your financial life with your faith, learn from Aaron Caid's experience in digital transformation and brand loyalty, and explore the impact of strong spiritual partnerships in the workplace.

2. Discover the unique approach of a faith-based credit union, with a focus on affordable financing for churches and ministries, transparent financial products, and a commitment to stewarding God's resources.

3. Hear firsthand accounts of career transitions in the financial industry, the value of ethical decision-making, and the impact of passion and faith on shaping professional roles, making this episode relevant for anyone navigating work and faith integration.

Episode Resources:

Website: Christian Community Credit Union website (mycccu.com)

LinkedIn profile: Aaron Caid's LinkedIn profile for questions and information about Christian Community Credit Union

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Key Lessons:

1. Facing challenges in the marketplace can lead to growth and spiritual impact, emphasizing the opportunity for personal and professional development.

2. Advocating for what's right, setting a good example, and encouraging others to follow can create a positive impact in tough situations, both personally and in the marketplace.

3. Passion and exuberance in the marketplace can sometimes lead to exaggeration, emphasizing the importance of surrounding oneself with diverse perspectives to maintain balance and integrity.

4. Financial institutions can align with faith-based values, providing services that emphasize stewardship and serve the specific needs of Christ followers, churches, and ministries.

5. The importance of transparency, ethical decision-making, and aligning financial roles with faith-based stewardship, even if it means leaving a role due to ethical disagreements.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Methodist upbringing, personal commitment to Christ, spiritual growth.

04:11 Deeper faith and leadership in church community.

09:05 Citibank program provided diverse, rewarding experiences.

11:20 Remembering Sears and Kmart amid changing industry.

13:16 Discussing faith and conflict in corporate world.

18:58 Watch out for manipulation in marketing.

20:39 Passion and exuberance can lead to exaggeration.

24:50 Christians serving faithfully in every aspect of life.

29:40 Onboarding and teamwork thrived despite remote work.

32:25 Bank ethically with Christian community credit union.

34:48 Financial transparency and simplicity benefit the consumer.

38:19 Join as a member through church, school, charity.

43:08 Focused on digital marketing, serving Christian followers.

45:26 Effective inexpensive SEO tactics drive organic traffic.

47:47 Discover banking and lending products and resources.

51:41 Intrigued by myccu.com, seeking transparency and control.

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