The Tennessee Credit Union League and the Southeastern Regional Credit Union School (SRCUS) are pleased to announce that six Tennessee credit union professionals graduated on June 20 from Southeast Management School after successful completion of the three-year program on the campus of the University of Georgia in Athens, Ga. In total, 41 professionals graduated.
This year’s program also marked a milestone: the first graduating class to earn the Certified Credit Union Executive (CCUE) designation, powered by America’s Credit Unions. Following formal approval in June 2024, SRCUS integrated CCUE testing requirements into the curriculum—beginning with first-year students, while offering a summer testing opportunity to second-year participants and recent graduates. Those who successfully completed the cumulative exam earned both the CCUE credential and ACE Credits® toward future academic advancement.
In addition, SRCUS offered a special Alumni Program during the same week as this year’s Southeast Management School, inviting graduates from 2014 and later to return to campus. Through this dedicated track, 57 alumni completed the required coursework and cumulative testing to earn the CCUE designation alongside the 2025 graduating class.
“The Southeast Management School is a great opportunity for credit union professionals to grow professionally within the credit union movement and create lasting peer connections,” said Fred Robinson, president and CEO of the Tennessee Credit Union League. “We congratulate the graduates for their dedication and perseverance during the past three years to earn this prestigious designation.”
For over 50 years, Southeast Management School has trained graduates to tackle leadership challenges in the credit union industry. The curriculum enhances operational, managerial and leadership skills through advanced academic instruction. Students apply this knowledge to strategic projects for their credit unions, addressing industry issues. They also develop debate and presentation skills, and a deep understanding of the credit union philosophy to contribute to their credit unions’ success.
“This year’s graduation marks an exciting milestone in the history of Southeast Management School,” said Brittani Champlin, SRCUS Executive Coordinator. “The introduction of the CCUE designation deepens the impact of the program and elevates what it means to be a graduate of SRCUS. We’re incredibly proud of the 2025 class and the alumni who returned to complete the designation—each one represents the future of strong, strategic leadership in the credit union movement.”
Graduation from Southeast Management School is recognized throughout the credit union industry as a prestigious mark of achievement. Upon successful completion of the program, students earn their CCUE designation and receive a graduation diploma issued in collaboration with the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education.
Tennessee Credit Union League (Fred Robinson, President/CEO)
- Trae Burcham, Memphis City Employees Credit Union
- William Dunn, St. Thomas Credit Union
- Jeff Gallaher, Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union
- Miranda Ingram, Enrichment Federal Credit Union
- Andrea Mercer, Nashville Firemen’s Credit Union
- Suzanne Summerville, tnConnect Credit Union
Mississippi Credit Union Association (Charles Elliott, President/CEO)
- Dylan Mawhinney, Magnolia Federal Credit Union
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