Tennessee League Hosts 91st Annual Convention and Expo
Tennessee union leaders gathered in Gatlinburg for the Tennessee Credit Union League’s 91st Annual Convention and Expo. On Tuesday evening, we started the event with the Annual Business Meeting, which was followed by a derby-themed welcome party in the exhibit hall. Attendees wore their favorite derby-inspired attire and placed bets with play money. Wednesday opened […]
Shared Branching Awareness Week, May 19-23
We invite Tennessee credit unions to promote Shared Branching Awareness Week, May 19-23. The awareness week is a nationwide initiative for credit unions to easily promote the service of cooperative branching through Shared Branching to their members. It is that time of year when members take vacations, college students return home and storm season begins. […]
Orion Federal Credit Union Rebrands as Orion Financial and Launches an Updated Website
Orion Federal Credit Union is excited to announce its rebrand as Orion Financial, marking yet another important chapter in its commitment to partnering with individuals, families, and businesses on their journey to realize financial independence. For decades, Orion Financial has invested in community impact and prioritized financial literacy and shared success. The new name reflects […]
Pledge Your Support for Credit Union Startup, Fair Break Federal Credit Union in Memphis
Credit unions helping credit unions. We say it all the time. But do we really follow through? This is your opportunity to actually assist a fellow credit union. Fair Break Federal Credit Union was chartered to serve the economically disadvantaged residents of the greater Memphis metro area! An area of over 1 million individuals, where […]
A Message from the President: A Stronger Future Together
As you know, change is constant—especially in the world of business. The credit union industry is no exception, and neither are your trade associations. Just like your credit union must grow and evolve to meet the demands of your members, the Tennessee Credit Union League must also continue to grow and adapt to meet your […]
Elder Financial Exploitation Reporting Update
Elder financial exploitation remains a critical concern. In its latest advisory, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) reported that financial institutions nationwide identified $27 billion in suspected elder financial exploitation. On average, banks and credit unions file 15,993 Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) related to elder financial exploitation each month. In Tennessee, the Tennessee Credit Union […]
Credit Unions Must Join Forces in Tax-Exempt Fight
Credit unions play an integral role in the economic success of the state of Tennessee. We’re uniquely positioned to offer accessible financial services to communities that otherwise wouldn’t have a local option, and we invest heavily in the communities we serve to support their long-term growth. As not-for-profit financial institutions, we’re afforded tax-exempt status to […]
Ascend Federal Credit Union Donates $20,000 to American Red Cross Chapters in Middle Tennessee
Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, announced today a $20,000 donation to the American Red Cross, split evenly between the Heart of Tennessee Chapter and the Nashville Area Chapter. These contributions supported the Heart of Tennessee Chapter’s 13th annual Heroes Luncheon, which took place on March 13 at Middle Tennessee […]
Showcase the Credit Union Difference with April Financial Literacy Awareness Events
Financial education is a pillar of the credit union difference! While sharing financial education happens every day in credit unions, we invite you to use these awareness events as a communication tool to help educate members and the community about strengthening their financial well-being. Here are a few financial literacy awareness events happening in April. […]
TVFCU’s Jessica Parrish Named President of the Chattanooga Mortgage Bankers Association
Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU) is proud to announce that Jessica Parrish, mortgage loan originator, has been named the 2025 president of the Chattanooga Mortgage Bankers Association (CMBA). Jessica’s appointment marks an exciting achievement in her career and reflects her strong leadership within the local mortgage industry. A dedicated employee of TVFCU for 10 […]