TULLAHOMA, Tenn.,– Ascend Federal Credit Union,has been recognized among Training Magazine’s 2026 Training MVP Awards, formerly the APEX Awards, as one of the nation’s leading employee development organizations.
This marks the 12th year the credit union has been recognized by the only award program that ranks companies unsurpassed in harnessing human capital, the credit union said.
Ascend was one of only five credit unions recognized on this year’s list, and one of two Tennessee-based companies included in the top twelve. The award further positions Ascend as one of the premier employee training and development organizations in Tennessee and the nation.
“Ascend’s continued recognition among the Training MVP Awards is a significant source of pride for our team,” said Ascend Chief People Officer Laura Miller. “This honor underscores our relentless commitment to investing in our people’s growth and development, ensuring they have the tools and training to deliver exceptional service to our members every day.”
Training Magazine’s ongoing recognition of Ascend highlights the credit union’s unwavering commitment to development programs that adapt to the evolving needs of employees and members in today’s financial landscape. This proactive focus on employee training elevates member service quality and fuels the organization’s continued growth across Middle Tennessee.
