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The Trust Company of Tennessee’s Cox earns CFP® designation

December 15, 2023

Connor Cox, associate relationship manager for The Trust Company of Tennessee, has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation, based on completing all training and experience requirements to obtain the certification.

Connor Cox
The Trust Company of Tennessee

Founded in 1987 and with offices in Chattanooga, Knoxville and the Tri-Cities, The Trust Company of Tennessee currently has more than $4.5 billion under management. The firm helps individuals, families, business owners and nonprofits make better financial decisions through wealth management, personal investment strategy, corporate retirement plans, estate planning, personal trust and nonprofit investing services.

“Connor’s had a big year on both personal and professional fronts, including a promotion following achieving CFP® certification,” said Daniel Carter, president of The Trust Company of Tennessee. “We congratulate Connor for his achievements and know he’ll continue in his pursuit of professional growth and utilizing his talents to serve clients well.”

Cox earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Tennessee at Martin and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Tennessee. He joined The Trust Company of Tennessee in 2021 as a client specialist and was promoted to associate relationship manager in 2023. He also is a member of the firm’s Wealth Management Committee and Diversity & Culture Team.

He serves in the community as treasurer and director of technology for the Financial Planning Association of East Tennessee and works with the organization to provide pro-bono financial planning for underserved communities.

Connor and his wife, Megan, welcomed a son, Liam, in February 2023. In his free time, he enjoys spending time at the lake and watching baseball as an avid Atlanta Braves fan.

The Trust Company of Tennessee’s professionals in wealth management, trust, estate administration and corporate retirement help clients live confidently and achieve their goals. The growing company seeks candidates with a sincere desire to help others and offers a supportive culture and generous benefits, including insurance, 401(k) match, profit sharing, paid time off, free financial planning services and other benefits. Interested candidates can see open positions and apply at thetrust.com/careers.

About The Trust Company of Tennessee

Founded in 1987 by Sharon J. Pryse, The Trust Company of Tennessee is a state-chartered trust company with more than $4.5 billion under management and more than 100 employees. Based in Knoxville, the firm also has offices in Chattanooga and the Tri-Cities. The company helps individuals, families, business owners and nonprofits make better financial decisions through wealth management, corporate retirement, personal trust and nonprofit investing services. For more information, visit thetrust.com.