Ways to Take Action to Protect Interchange
With the CUNA-League System, we are continuously advocating for credit unions and credit union members. We are diligently working to oppose the proposed Credit Card Competition Act, but new groups are in Washington each week promoting it. This week the restaurant industry is in town advocating that consumers will be able to save money with […]
ALM Today, Growth Tomorrow: Proactive Risk Management in Uncertain Times for Credit Unions
From bank runs to unrealized losses, financial institutions in 2023 are facing growing risks to their deposit books and investment portfolios. And at the root of their problems are rising interest rates, driven by central banks’ efforts to curb inflation. Over the past year alone, the U.S. Federal Reserve has raised its funds rate by […]
Resources for Credit Union Professionals in the Fight Against Elder Financial Exploitation
The League is proud to help present the following two programs in recognition of June being Elder Abuse Awareness Month, as well as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Creating a Dementia-Friendly Workforce: Understanding Alzheimer’s and Other DementiaTuesday, June 27, 2 p.m. ET/1 p.m. CTWe’ve teamed up with the Alzheimer’s Association to help educate credit union […]
Ascend Federal Credit Union Holds Groundbreaking for New McMinnville Branch Location
Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, broke ground Friday, June 9, for its future branch location in McMinnville. Located off Highway 70 South and Bridge Builders Road, the newest branch is expected to open in the second quarter of 2024. When completed, the 3,500-square-foot facility will mark an office relocation […]
Action Alert: Consumers, Credit Unions and Small Businesses to Suffer from Proposed “Big Box Bill”
As a consumer, you’ve probably had your credit card compromised. You understand what a headache it can be—having your card deactivated, having to wait on a new card, disputing any charges and wondering the impact of fraud on your credit. Last week, lawmakers introduced Card Competition Act – S. 1838 & H.R. 3881, also known […]
Would You Like to Become More Confident in Giving Financial Advice?
Would you like to become more confident in helping guide members to build a stronger financial future? The Tennessee Credit Union League’s Financial Counseling Certification Program (FiCEP) is designed to help empower credit union professionals to help credit union members to take charge of their finances. Something that is needed during today’s rising inflation, soaring […]
US Community Credit Union and Enbright Credit Union to Host 14th Annual Credit Union for Kids Golf Classic
The 14th Annual Credit Unions for Kids Golf Classic will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 16, at Pine Creek Golf Course. This annual golf event benefits the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and is one of the most unique golf tournaments in Middle Tennessee. Started in 2010, the tournament is full of fun […]
Fortera Credit Union Exemplifies Well-Being for Others by Helping to Train Service Dog
Meet Patience, a very special member of the Fortera family. Chief ambassador of Fortera’s “Stay Pawsitive and Have Fun” core value, she also has a very important job as a future service dog in training. Patience’s handler, Megan McWilliams, is a Fortera team member and a volunteer puppy raiser for Canine Companions. This national non-profit […]
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s
In recognition of June being Elder Abuse Month and Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, the Tennessee Credit Union League is featuring the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease. This information is pertinent not only for family situations but also for being able to spot warning signs when working with members who may struggle with memory […]
League Presents TriStar Advocacy Awards
This year, the Tennessee Credit Union League introduced three new advocacy-themed awards in conjunction with our TriStar Advocacy Program. The TriStar Advocacy program emphasizes the importance of advocacy and for all credit unions and credit union members to be involved in all aspects of advocacy. The three awards, which will be given out annually, are—TriStar […]