mergers & acquisitions
Members of the Tennessee Credit Union League and the Mississippi Credit Union Association have overwhelmingly approved a merger that will formally unite the two state trade groups, creating a single organization focused on advocacy, education and operational support across both states.
The merger will take legal effect Jan. 1, 2026, with the two associations beginning a transition process to align their operations, governance and services. Leaders from both organizations said the vote reflects a shared belief that a combined league will be better positioned to meet the growing regulatory, compliance and advocacy demands facing credit unions.
Fred Robinson, president and CEO of the Tennessee Credit Union League, will lead the new organization. Charles Elliott, current president and CEO of the Mississippi Credit Union Association, will assume the role of chief advocacy officer for Mississippi. Robinson said the merger brings together more than 170 credit unions under one umbrella, strengthening the collective voice of the movement at both the state and federal levels.
League leaders emphasized that the combined organization will be able to offer more robust advocacy resources, expanded educational opportunities at lower cost, and deeper expertise in compliance, events and vendor partnerships. A key focus, Robinson said, will be supporting credit unions of all asset sizes, with particular attention to the needs of smaller institutions.
In the coming months, a transition board will work to align products, services and long-term strategy as the two leagues integrate. Officials said the merger is designed to preserve strong state-level engagement while creating a more resilient, efficient and influential regional trade association for credit unions in Tennessee and Mississippi
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