Forbes Names Telco One of Best in NC

Telco Community Credit Union is proud to announce it has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Credit Unions for 2026. Telco was one of only five North Carolina credit unions to receive this prestigious honor.

The annual ranking, compiled by Forbes in partnership with Statista, is based on feedback from more than 26,000 consumers nationwide and an analysis of over 1.2 million online reviews. Credit unions were evaluated on member satisfaction, trust, customer service, digital services, and financial guidance.

"This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to putting our members first," said David Burnette, President and CEO of Telco Community Credit Union. "We are honored that our members continue to place their trust in us, and we remain dedicated to providing exceptional service and financial solutions that help our members and communities thrive."

Serving Western North Carolina for more than 90 years, Telco Community Credit Union proudly serves individuals who live, work, worship, or attend school in its 21-county field of membership. Telco remains committed to its mission of helping members achieve financial success while making a positive impact throughout the communities it serves.

Forbes and Statista evaluated institutions based on consumer recommendations and satisfaction across key areas, including trust, customer service, digital services, financial advice and fee transparency, while also incorporating online customer reviews collected between February 2023 and March 2026.