Eastman Credit Union
Eastman Credit Union
Eastman Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee. Established in 1934, ECU has grown to serve over 348,000 members across Tennessee, Virginia, and Texas. ECU is ranked 34 on the list of the largest 100 credit unions in the United States.
History
ECU was chartered on September 10, 1934, initially serving employees of the Tennessee Eastman Chemical Company. Operating from a makeshift office on the plant site, the credit union aimed to provide financial services to its members. ECU now operates 35 branches within its field of membership. In 2005, it expanded to a community charter, opening membership to the wider community. In 2024, ECU celebrated its 90th anniversary.
Awards
In 2024, ECU was designated as the "Nation's #1 Best-Performing Credit Union" by S&P Global Market Intelligence.