Meet Our GAC Crashers
The Governmental Affairs Conference, March 1-5 in D.C., is quickly approaching. Among the attendees will be Tennessee GAC Crasher, Hannah Hutchins, marketing manager at Appalachian Community Federal Credit Union, and Mississippi GAC Crasher, Ruthie Murray, service specialist at Statewide Federal Credit Union. Young professionals have been Crashing the GAC since 2009. The program allows young […]
Members Exchange Federal Credit Union Hosts Financial Planning Reality Fair
Members Exchange Federal Credit Union recently hosted a reality fair in partnership with the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association. Cheryl Oggs, vice president with the Association, led the real-world financial planning simulation for more than 40 young people. We asked LaDonna Jacobs, senior vice president with Members Exchange Federal Credit Union, to share feedback […]
Three Ways to Support the Boots & Bowties Charity Fundraiser
Exemplify the credit union mission of “people helping people” at the inaugural Boots & Bowties Charity Dinner and Gala, a signature fundraising event to benefit two causes dear to our association, Credit Union for Kids and Inheritance of Hope. Plus, in addition to helping two amazing nonprofits, you can have dinner on the stage of […]
Remembering Leisa Massingill, Former Shared Branch Manager
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the death of our colleague andfriend, Leisa Massingill, former shared branch manager with the Tennessee Credit Union League. Leisa passed away on Saturday, Jan. 24. Leisa worked 44 years in the finance industry, 36 of those at the League. She spent 24 […]
Tricia McMullen, Association Executive Assistant, Announces Retirement
Tricia McMullen, executive assistant with the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association, announced she plans to retire at the end of the month after working in the credit union industry for 37 years. In honor of her retirement, here’s a Q&A about her career milestones. How long did you work within the banking/credit union industry? […]
Five Business Continuity Tips for Your Credit Union
A major winter storm is forecast to wallop a 2,000-mile stretch of the country from the southern Plains to the Northeast beginning Friday. Depending on the exact storm track, some areas may experience widespread power outages and treacherous driving conditions. Here are five tips to help your credit union prepare for the winter storm! Additional […]
Newsweek Names 13 Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Unions to America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026
This week, Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group released the list of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2026. Thirteen affiliate credit unions in Tennessee and Mississippi were recognized. “We proudly congratulate these 13 affiliate credit unions for being recognized by Newsweek in this national list,” said Fred Robinson, president and CEO of the Tennessee […]
Meet the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association Board of Directors
The Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association is guided by a volunteer board of directors. “We are extremely grateful for the leadership, dedication and steady guidance of our volunteer board of directors,” said Fred Robinson, president and CEO of the Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Union Association. “Their service is instrumental in strengthening our organization for […]
Treasury Department Issues Penny Rounding Guidance for Cash Transactions
More than a month after the U.S. Mint stopped printing pennies, there is now guidance on rounding for cash transactions. Shortly before Christmas, the Treasury Department issued the “Penny Production Cessation FAQs.” Rounding Guidance for Cash Transactions The Treasury Department shares that as pennies fall out of circulation, merchants will need to round transactions either […]
New Year, Stronger Organization for Tennessee and Mississippi Credit Unions
The new year is often a signal of rebirth and renewal. It is about returning to what is essential—clarifying values, creating greater intention and refining focus. For us, our rebirth is the start of a singular organization to serve Mississippi and Tennessee credit unions. We are excited to combine the best of both organizations to […]