Chief Investment Officer Miranda Carr shares insights from the quarter’s market and economic developments.
The Trust Company of Tennessee earns 10th consecutive Top Workplaces accolade
The Trust Company of Tennessee has been named a Top Workplace by the Knoxville News Sentinel for the 10th consecutive year. The firm was among only 17 companies to be recognized in the mid-size category. It first earned the Top Workplace distinction in 2017, the first year of the rankings. Founded in 1987 and with offices in Chattanooga, Knoxville and …
From Business Trend: Beyond tax day: Smart financial moves for the year ahead
From Business Trend, June 11, 2026. Now that Tax Season has finally come to an end, thanks to an extension granted by the federal government, you may find yourself ready to put financial planning on the back burner. While this is an extremely common inclination, the post-tax day lull actually provides a fantastic opportunity to spend some time considering the …
The Trust Company of Tennessee recognizes 11 team members with promotions and achievements
At The Trust Company of Tennessee, eight team members have earned new roles and promotions. Michelle Battino now serves as assistant controller; Barbara Behan, senior trust operations specialist; Codi Brannan, vice president, RPS operations; Sam Holloway, senior portfolio analyst; Stacy Lantz, trust operations manager; William Probasco, relationship manager; Cyndi Sharpe, senior trust operations specialist; and Jamari Smith, customer service team …
The Trust Company of Tennessee News | H1 2026
In our latest news, President Daniel Carter discusses generational relationships; we share the benefits of ongoing tax planning; Tracey Smith shares her community focus; and Paul Jaeger looks back at his 30-year career with us.
Building generational foundations
As we welcome summer, there’s no place quite like East Tennessee. Whether you are spending time on the lake, hiking in the Smokies or enjoying a quiet evening on the porch, I hope you are finding moments to relax and appreciate the beauty of our region. I’ve been thinking about the families we are honored to serve. We have always …
Tax planning: A lifelong strategy
Now that the annual flurry of tax season has passed, it’s the perfect moment to focus on building a smarter, more enduring tax strategy. At The Trust Company of Tennessee, we view tax planning as an integral part of your financial life that evolves with you through every phase and considers the next generation. Taxes represent one of the most …
Community commitment: Tracey Smith
Tracey Smith’s passion for service is evident in how she invests her time, talents and resources to support others. For nearly a decade, she’s been involved with United Way of Greater Chattanooga, serving on the Campaign Cabinet, with Women United and on a nonprofit advisory committee. She served on the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Chattanooga for …
Spotlight: Paul Jaeger
Imagine the changes Vice President and Relationship Manager Paul Jaeger has witnessed since joining The Trust Company of Tennessee in July 1995. The 14-person team he joined has grown to more than 100, and he’s the third most tenured team member, behind CEO and Founder Sharon Pryse and President Daniel Carter. Much of Paul’s career has centered on retirement planning. …
Investment Summary | Ending 3/31/2026
Chief Investment Officer Miranda Carr shares insights from the quarter’s market and economic developments.