Remembering Sandy Lingerfelt, Credit Union Champion
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our former League board chair and former CEO of Clinchfield Federal Credit Union, Sandy Lingerfelt. Sandy passed away on Monday, April 6. Sandy dedicated so much of her life to the credit union movement, serving 43 years as CEO of Clinchfield […]
Personify Leadership Hosts Nashville Cohort
In mid-March, credit union professionals from across Tennessee attended Personify Leadership Training in Nashville. “This was a great opportunity to grow and thrive with peers,” said Caroline Bays of the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association. “Our class was rich with different tenure, experience and backgrounds, which offered fresh perspective on different scenarios we discussed. […]
Apply for a Scholarship to Attend the 2026 Leadership Summit
In a financial landscape that shifts by the hour, “business as usual” is no longer a viable strategy. For credit union leaders, the difference between staying afloat and driving the industry forward lies in proactive, visionary leadership. That is why the Global Women’s Leadership Network (GWLN) Tennessee Sister Society is proud to announce a special […]
Tennessee Sister Society Announces Spring Book Club
You are invited to join us for the 2026 Tennessee Sister Society of the Global Women’s Leadership Network, Spring Book Club, starting March 24! Over three sessions, we will discuss the “8 Dimensions of Leadership” by Jeffrey Sugerman, Mark Scullard and Emma Wilhelm. The “8 Dimensions of Leadership” uses the DiSC model to help leaders […]
Personify Leadership Hosts First Cohort in Jackson, Miss.
Earlier this week, the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association hosted the first Personify Leadership class in Jackson, Miss.! The two-day program was facilitated by Laura Parrish, chief revenue officer at the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association. Nine dedicated credit union professionals representing institutions across the region attended the inaugural class. “From the very […]
Last Call for February Personify Leadership Training
Don’t miss out on the inaugural session of Personify Leadership Training on Feb. 9-10, in Jackson, Miss. Registration closes this Friday, Jan. 30! Personify Leadership is a two-day, high-intensity leadership development program focused on eight core, body-focused competencies using an experiential research-based approach to equip leaders with practical tools to effectively lead, build trust and […]
Tennessee Sister Society Hosts Holiday Ornament Exchange Networking Event
Credit union professionals gathered together for a networking event hosted by the Tennessee Sister Society of the Global Women’s Leadership Network (GWLN). This was a fun opportunity to connect with female leaders in the Nashville area and kick off the festive season. During the ornament exchange, attendees had a chance to introduce themselves and share […]
Tenured Credit Union Leader Retires from Knoxville Area Chapter Board
The Knoxville Area Chapter of Credit Unions recently hosted cybersecurity training with speaker Gilbert Young of ORNL Federal Credit Union in honor of October being Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The training focused on artificial intelligence (AI), NCUA and the credit union: opportunities for use, restrictions, third-party due diligence, risks and governance. A Decade of Volunteer Leadership […]
League’s Credit Union Chapter Leaders Meet for Annual Planning Retreat
Credit union chapter leadership from across the state gathered for the Tennessee Credit Union League’s Annual Chapter Leaders Conference in Knoxville to discuss the integral role of the chapter system and to connect with peer leadership. One of the highlights of the conference was learning how to host a reality fair for local schools. A […]
Credit Union Professionals Attend Southeast Management School This Week
As part of the Southeast Regional Credit Union Schools (SRCUS), Southeast Management School has been shaping industry leaders for more than 50 years. Students at Southeast Management School enjoy academic teachings with direct credit union application. One week per year, the three-year program at the University of Georgia’s Center for Continuing Education develops operational, managerial, […]