TVFCU’s Katrina Chesney Earns Dual Certifications at CUNA’s 2023 Regulatory Compliance Certification School
Katrina Chesney, compliance analyst at Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union (TVFCU), recently attended the 2023 Regulatory Compliance Certification School sponsored by the Credit Union National Association (CUNA). She successfully completed six rigorous exams earning her dual certifications as a Credit Union Compliance Expert (CUCE) and a Certified Regulatory Vendor Program Manager (CRVPM). Katrina joined TVFCU’s […]
Applications Open to CRASH the GAC 2024
The Cooperative Trust is now accepting applications for its popular CRASH the GAC program. It’s an opportunity for emerging leaders to deepen their connection to the credit union mission at the Governmental Affairs Conference, the industry’s largest advocacy event of the year. The Governmental Affairs Conference is the industry’s opportunity to highlight the meaningful work […]
US Community Credit Union’s Ashby is Named Two Rivers Ford Citizen of the Month
Jessica Ashby, business development associate at US Community Credit Union, was recently named Two Rivers Ford Citizen of the Month in Mt. Juliet for October. “We are so proud of the work Jessica continues to do to share the great work the credit union strives to do in the many communities we serve,” said Ben […]
Copper Basin Federal Credit Union Hosts Skip-A-Payment Community Giveback Program
Copper Basin Federal Credit Union helps relieve members’ financial stress through a Skip-A-Payment Community Giveback Program. “As a credit union, one of our core values is putting people before profits,” said Jessica Grostic, president and CEO of Copper Basin Federal Credit Union. “We collected over $5,000 from our Summer Skip-A-Payment program and we donated it […]
Tennessee Credit Unions Celebrate International Credit Union Day
Credit unions across the Volunteer State celebrated the 75th anniversary of International Credit Union Day last Thursday. The credit union difference helps to improve the financial health of members and their communities. Credit union members saw nearly $20.3 billion in benefits between June 2022-June 2023. Research shows that banks are leaving communities behind while credit […]
NCUA Awards Four Community Development Revolving Loan Fund (CDRLF) Grants to Four Tennessee Credit Unions
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has awarded Community Development Revolving Loan Fund (CDRLF) grants to four low-income and minority depository institutions credit unions in Tennessee — Clinchfield Federal Credit Union, Memphis Municipal Employees Federal Credit Union, Metropolitan Teachers Credit Union and Veritas Federal Credit Union. The CDRLF grants will help these Tennessee credit unions […]
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
It is no secret that cybersecurity attacks have increased. A great time to help educate members is during the 20th Anniversary of Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Founded in 2004, Cybersecurity Awareness Month, held each October, is the world’s foremost initiative aimed at promoting cybersecurity awareness and best practices. Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a collaborative effort among […]
U.S. House Votes to Oust Speaker McCarthy
In a historic vote, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to “Vacate the Chair” and oust Speaker McCarthy, a move that’s been tried a few times in history, but never succeeded until now. Because this is the first time this has ever happened, there’s some uncertainty surrounding the powers that “Speaker Pro Tem” Patrick McHenry […]
Georgia Aquarium Celebrates Tennessee Credit Union Members
The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta is celebrating Tennessee credit union members by offering a special discount throughout October in honor of International Credit Union Day! From now until Oct. 31, Tennessee credit union employees and members can purchase tickets for a special rate of $34.99. Get in the spooky season spirit with Haunted Seas at […]
Credit Union Magazine Names Doug Clinton and Dionne Jenkins as Credit Union Rock Stars
The Tennessee Credit Union League is excited to announce Doug Clinton, president and CEO of Koin Credit Union in Brentwood, and Dionne Jenkins, vice president of corporate engagement at Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union in Chattanooga, have been named 2023 Credit Union Rock Stars by the editorial team of Credit Union Magazine. The Credit Union […]