Financial Education Seminars
We offer on-site financial education seminars to our SEG partners. They can be tailored to fit your organization's schedule.
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Become A Select Employee Group Partner
We partner with more than 1,200 Middle Tennessee businesses and organizations, offering membership and financial education to their employees and members. We call these partners Select Employee Groups, or SEGs. If your organization is ready to become a SEG Partner, download the appropriate application below.
Because we service the loans we make, we have the power to design loans with flexible terms and low rates to fit your needs. Learn More
As an Ascend member, you have access to exclusive offers and discounts from national retailers. Learn More
We offer free access to a full range of financial education tools. Find videos, interactive lessons and calculators to help teach you about everything from financial basics to retirement investing. Learn More
With Ascend's mobile app, you can use your smartphone to deposit checks, transfer funds, check your balance, and much more. Learn More
Each year Ascend awards scholarships to both traditional and non-traditional students attending accredited colleges, universities, technical schools and trade schools. Learn More
Over the past 14 years, we’ve given our members more than $77 million in interest refunds and bonus dividends. Learn More
We can tailor our products and services to fit the needs of your employees and members.
We offer a series of on-site financial education seminars that are exclusive to our SEG partners. These seminars can be tailored to fit your organization's interests and schedule.
As an Ascend member, you get exclusive pre-sale codes so you can access tickets to select Ascend Amphitheater events before they go on sale to the public. Learn More
Online banking is the fast, free and convenient service that lets you access your accounts online to complete most transactions. Learn More
We’re excited to offer our members free access to the award-winning Money Management tool. Money Management is free, easy to use, and packed with features to help you reach your financial goals. Learn More
Online Financial Education
We're proud to offer our SEG partners free online financial education resources. These offer guidance on a range of topics such as buying a home and understanding credit scores.
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Ready To Start?
If your organization is already a SEG Partner, simply click below to open an account.
Jennifer Stratton
Business Development Officer
Tiffany Holland
Business Development Officer
Tosha Stoutenburg
Business Development Officer
- How long will it take my organization to become an Ascend SEG partner?
Once Ascend has received the completed partner application, your request will be sent to the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) for approval. Upon receiving a positive confirmation from the NCUA, we will notify you that individuals in your group are immediately eligible to become members of Ascend.
- Is my organization too small or too big to become an Ascend SEG partner?
Ascend’s SEG partners range in size from small businesses to large organizations. If your organization has at least three full-time employees, students, or members, you may apply to become a Select Employee Group.
- Why does my partner application need to be approved by the NCUA?
Ascend is federally chartered by the NCUA to serve groups with a common bond such as businesses, associations, and schools. The NCUA reviews all Select Employee Group requests to ensure the applying organization meets the criteria defined in the credit union’s charter.
Don't see the question you're looking for?
There are two ways to start the process of becoming an Ascend SEG Partner.
Download an Application
Do you represent an organization that wants to become a SEG Partner? Download an application here.
Contact an Ascend Team Member
Fill out our online contact form and we'll reach out to answer any questions or to start the application process.