League Invites Credit Unions to Attend 2025 Events
Mark your calendar for these upcoming professional development events in 2025. “Being able to provide affordable educational opportunities that are curated specifically for credit union professionals is at the heart of the League,” said Kim Bohannon, chief innovation officer at the League. “You’ll find some exciting new programs like our new Fraud Conference that was […]
2025 Hall of Fame Nominations Open
Do you know a credit union leader who has made a significant impact in your organization and the credit union movement? Created in 2010, the Hall of Fame Awards recognize the commitment, leadership and dedication individuals have made to the Tennessee credit union movement. We invite you to nominate the person in your credit union […]
Five Reasons to Attend the Legislative and Regulatory Forum
We invite you to join us for the League’s Annual Legislative and Regulatory Forum, Feb. 3-4, at the Hermitage Hotel. Solidify your plans to attend to take advantage of the hotel discount, which expires on Friday. “Tennessee credit union CEOs have always told me that the League’s Legislative and Regulatory Forum is ‘must-see TV,’ but […]
Tennessee Credit Unions Help Others During the 2024 Holiday Season
During the holidays, Tennessee credit unions gave back to their communities through an array of service projects. Some credit unions spread holiday cheer by participating in community Christmas parades others helped Santa by collecting gifts. Here’s how some Tennessee credit unions helped advance their local communities. Ascend Federal Credit Union Ascend Federal Credit Union donated […]
Tennessee Credit Unions Bless Shoppers with More Than $62,000 in Free Groceries, Exemplifying People Helping People Philosophy
Credit unions throughout Tennessee spread holiday cheer by blessing shoppers with more than $62,000 in free groceries during a two-day Grocery Giveaway Campaign. The giveaway is a collaborative initiative by Tennessee credit unions to help make holiday meals accessible and offset rising food costs. Shoppers at 32 grocery stores throughout the state were blessed with […]
Tennessee Credit Unions Spread Holiday Cheer Through Statewide Grocery Giveaway
On Wednesday, credit unions from across Tennessee hosted a statewide Grocery Giveaway Campaign, providing shoppers with more than $45,000 in free groceries in a single day just ahead of Christmas. The giveaway is a collaborative initiative by Tennessee credit unions to help make holiday meals accessible and offset rising food costs. Shoppers at 25 grocery […]
Q&A with Leisa Massingill, Shared Branch Manager
Leisa Massingill, shared branch manager at the League, has spent more than 40 years in the finance industry, 36 of those at the League. Here’s a Q&A in honor of Leisa’s service to Tennessee credit unions. She will retire at the end of the year. How long did you work at the League? On my […]
League President Remembers the Founder of Middle Tennessee Federal Credit Union
In 1969, Navy veteran and maintenance mechanic armed with $50 and a cigar box co-founded Fleetguard Federal Credit Union in Cookeville, Tenn. It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Bob Stinnett. Fleetguard Federal Credit Union is known today as Middle Tennessee Federal Credit Union and has a community charter for Putnam […]
America’s Credit Unions Selects Fred Robinson to Serve on Transition Board of Directors
We are honored to announce that America’s Credit Unions has selected Fred Robinson, president and CEO of the Tennessee League, to serve on its Transition Board of Directors. “America’s Credit Unions is excited to welcome Fred Robinson to our Transition Board of Directors,” said Jim Nussle, president and CEO of America’s Credit Unions. “Fred lives […]
Tennessee League Serves as the Voice of Tennessee Credit Unions for 90 Years
This June marked the 90th anniversary of when President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed into law the Federal Credit Union Act, creating a nationwide network of financial cooperatives. With the Federal Credit Union Act enacted, visionary credit union pioneers hosted a meeting at the YMCA Camp in Estes Park, Colo., in August 1934. Each state sent […]