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If you want to ace your Community - [Today's Talent Tomorrow’s Leaders - Kate Andersen](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/todays-talent-tomorrows-leaders-kate-andersen-director-of-succession-management/) - Not many know Kate Andersen, Director of Succession Management, started her career with TMX Finance® Family of Companies over a decade ago as a recruiter. Now, Kate oversees our Talent Management and Workforce Planning team, which plays an essential role in the development and succession of the Company's high potential talent. Their focus is on - [Juggling Elephants Training](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/juggling-elephants-training/) - I think we all know that sometimes work can feel like a bit of a circus – projects flying this way and that, following the ringmaster’s instructions, occasionally performing “acrobatics” to get things done. So in December, in order to combat that impression and gear up for 2017, the leader of the Talent Team hosted - [Empowering Women](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/empowering-women/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, we’ve always been committed to establishing equality to help ensure a level playing field for the growth and development of all Team Members. In 2019, we took this to the next level as we piloted a peer group program aimed at empowering our Corporate Team Members to reach - [Relationships That Work](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/relationships-that-work/) - If you've ever taken an employee engagement survey, you've probably come across the question, "Do you have a best friend at work?" There's a reason why this often-controversial question has remained on surveys for years and it has to do with performance. According to Gallup, there is a "concrete link between having a best friend - [Take A Risk, Crush A Goal](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/take-a-risk-crush-a-goal/) - “A friend can inspire enthusiasm as well as accountability, and that serves to challenge you.” Deanna Cosso; Romuald Andrade As we set goals for 2020, we wanted to reflect on the accomplishments of 2019. Last year, we found common ground in the fitness goals we had each set for ourselves. When we heard of a - [Bulls and Bears](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/bulls-and-bears/) - Bulls and Bears. Sounds scary doesn’t it? You’ve likely heard of the stock market being bullish or bearish. So, what does that really mean? A bull market is favorable, where prices are going up and shares traded are high value. A bear market is the opposite, where the market is showing a lack of confidence - [Minimalist Management](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/minimalist-management/) - Traditionally, we think of management as measuring an employee’s performance based on how well they execute tasks. Throughout my career, each position of leadership I’ve held has become increasingly complex. Makes sense, right? I’ve played many roles, and with each my stress level increased and my perception of the value I create diminished despite expending - [Your Military Experience Works at TMX Finance Family of Companies](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/your-military-experience-works-at-tmx-finance-family-of-companies/) - There is never a shortage of employers looking for disciplined individuals who understand the importance of leadership, including the TMX Finance® Family of Companies. Your military service stresses how to lead and how to carry out a mission successfully with your team. My military experience not only taught me how to work with others to - [Indispensable Leadership- How This Army Sergeant Rose Through the Ranks in The Civilian World](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/indispensable-leadership-how-this-army-sergeant-rose-through-the-ranks-in-the-civilian-world/) - Excellence, integrity, enthusiasm, and respect make up our core values at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies. The same values were gained by District Director of Operations and U.S. Army Veteran, Vernon Ervin, during his five years in the military. Those who know the E-5 Sergeant see him as a natural born leader dedicated to - [Connected to the Mission](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/connected-to-the-mission/) - With unemployment rates at an all-time low, the market is perfect for job seekers. Still, some companies have difficulties understanding military experience and the benefits of hiring U.S. veterans. At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, we appreciate and honor the indispensable leadership skills one gains from the military and stand committed to securing employment - [Advice to Veterans](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/advice-to-veterans/) - “The TMX Finance® Family of Companies stood out to me because not only did other employees commend it as an exceptional company to work for, but the Company sets you up to succeed and works on helping you along the way.” Crystal Allen, Store Manager at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies and U.S. Navy - [5 Steps to a Worry-Free Vacation](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/5-steps-to-a-worry-free-vacation/) - Going on vacation can be one of the most memorable and enjoyable things you will do in life, but the days and weeks leading up to the vacation can be down-right stressful if you have not lined up your professional responsibilities with you team. No matter what role you hold, if you plan on taking - [Work Hard, Play Hard.](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/work-hard-play-hard/) - “Work hard, play hard,” is a mantra I live by. And to be honest, it’s a lesson I was taught at a very young age. My mom was a single mom, raising me alone on a school teacher’s salary. However, that never stopped her from having a multitude of hobbies nor did it stop us - [The Starting Line to Self-Development](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/the-starting-line-to-self-development/) - We are very lucky to live in a world that is ever changing and evolving. It presents us endless opportunities to be whoever we want to be. But with the world moving so quickly around us, the need for self-development is at an all-time high. It is incredible how much our society, technology, and education - [Positioning Yourself for More: My Journey to Corporate](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/positioning-yourself-for-more-my-journey-to-corporate/) - “I’m convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it.” – Charles R. Swindoll I feel that this quote set the foundation for my career with TitleMax® early on (thanks to my manager at the time, Dickson Sipemba!) What this means to me: be flexible and embrace change - [Feedback: The Fertilizer to Professional Growth](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/feedback-the-fertilizer-to-professional-growth/) - Asking a coworker or supervisor for honest feedback can sometimes be harder to navigate than it seems. Even when you decide “Okay, I am going to ask for some hard-hitting truth here,” and directly ask for it, the information you receive can be difficult to digest. When receiving negative feedback on my performance at the - [Dress to Impress: Interview Dress Guide](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/dress-to-impress-interview-dress-guide/) - “What is Business Professional?” A question that many, including myself, have Googled in preparation for an interview. Honestly, I wore flip flops to my first job interview. I was also 15 and applying to be a retail sales associate at a very popular Southern-California inspired clothing retailer. They encouraged employees to reflect the beachy brand - [Nail Your National Hiring Day Interview! Four Tips from Our Recruiters](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/nail-interview-four-tips-from-our-recruiters/) - Showing up to an interview can be intimidating and you might not know where to start. Don’t worry, the TMX Finance® Family of Companies has you covered! Our recruiters are pros when it comes to interviewing and these four tips will help you nail your #TMXNHD19 interview, or any interview, for that matter! “Come prepared - [Why Our Recruiters Are Excited About #TMXNHD19](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/recruiters-are-excited-about-tmxnhd19/) - In our efforts to remain #TalentObsessed, we rolled out a new idea for the Company last year: National Hiring Day. It was a wild success and we had a blast pulling it off! Well, guess what? We are BACK AT IT this year! #TMXNHD19 | July 11th 2019 | 10a-7p We could not be - [Why You Should Attend #TMXNHD19](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/why-you-should-attend-tmxnhd19/) - If you read our previous post, then you know why our recruiters are excited about #TMXNHD19 and we hope you are, too! Now that you know why our recruiters are pumped for National Hiring Day, let’s hear why you should attend #TMXNHD19, our biggest hiring event of the year: “National Hiring Day at TMX Finance® - [Team Win! Taking Applicant Tracking to the Next Level](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/team-win/) - So, they say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Try telling that to the Talent Acquisition Team at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies! May has been a BIG month. After 8 years of using the same Applicant Tracking System (“ATS” if you are tech savvy), we have completely switched to operating in - [Back on June 28th the Human Capital Superheroes united for a Team Alliance!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/human-capital-superheroes-united/) - To start the day, our fearless leader, Lindsey Reed Smith announced the official uniting of what has become the Human Capital Department. This action packed team is composed of Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, HRIS, and the Training team. Lindsey went on to explain the purpose of this newly aligned group and outlined some - [Five Healthy Snacks to Keep at Your Desk!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/five-healthy-snacks-to-keep-at-your-desk/) - Stop! Collaborate! …and Listen! (Yes, I just plugged Vanilla Ice!) What you are about to read is about FOOD! Can I get an Amen? Who doesn’t love food? Who doesn’t love learning about food that’s both convenient and healthy for those on the go? What’d you say? You Googled this exact topic last night searching - [How Growing Up a Military Brat Prepared Me For Today](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/growing-up-a-military-brat-prepared-me/) - Some of you have heard the term “Military Brat” used for children of military personnel. I grew up in a military home; a home that experienced frequent changes, moves, and new beginnings. My father, Chief Warrant Officer Jeff Bradbury, served 30 years in the United States Coast Guard, making me a “Coastie Brat.” Growing up, - [Balancing a Healthy Lifestyle](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/balancing-a-healthy-lifestyle/) - I’ve always been the kind of person who avoids exercise at all costs. Back in high school, I’d choose the weightlifting option in gym class while everyone else went to play indoor soccer. This decision was partially motivated by the fact that I could sit on the leg press machine for forty minutes doing absolutely - [Define Your Drive: My Transition Into the Working World](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/define-your-drive-my-transition-into-the-working-world/) - I have worked at TMX Finance® Family of Companies for almost 2 years now, and have held a few different titles so far! I started out as the Front Desk Coordinator, moved to the Corporate Operations Coordinator position, and I am now the Talent Program Coordinator in the Talent Acquisition department! When I graduated from - [Save Your Way to Financial Wellness](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/save-your-way-to-financial-wellness/) - Saving money doesn’t have to be hard! By using these 3 ways to save, you can plan and attain your savings goals. 3 ways to save: Create a Budget – The first step to saving money is to figure how much you are spending. There are a lot of websites that can help you get - [Making a Lateral Career Move](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/making-a-lateral-career-move/) - I first joined the TMX Finance® Family of Companies team in April of 2012. When I began to look for a career outside of the education world, I knew that I wanted to be in a competitive, production-based environment. So I first joined the team as a Field Recruiter, where I recruited for Customer Service - [Five Ways to Avoid a Staffing Disaster](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/avoid-a-staffing-disaster/) - Rebecca arrives early for work on Monday morning feeling excited and anxiously awaiting the arrival of her team. She has a great plan for the week to generate sales and produce results for her store. Each team member will contribute to a successful week and she can’t wait to get started! Within minutes of her - [7 Ways To Be More Productive](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/be-more-productive/) - Since starting with the TMX Finance Family of Companies in December of 2013, I have seen so many positive changes in the Company and within myself. Our fast-paced environment has taught me that I need to be as productive as possible and I have picked up tips along the way from all different members of - [5 Tips for Managing Your Time](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/managing-your-time/) - With so much to do and so little time to do it, juggling all of your responsibilities can be a daunting feat. But there are a few things you can do to help! Here are my top 5 tips for managing your time and #GSD! Prioritize This is the most important step when it comes - [Invitation to Speak on a Panel](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/invitation-to-speak-on-a-panel/) - I recently had the honor to speak on a panel about one of my most passionate topics these days…MENTORING! MentorcliQ hosted a conference called, MentorCom in Ohio. When the invitation came along in early May, I was very excited to be asked to speak on the panel and to share our mentoring journey with other - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Safety Program](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/tmx-safety-program/) - I’ve been with the Company for 4 ½ years now. I’ve had various roles in that time, but the one constant area of responsibility I’ve maintained throughout my tenure has been oversight of workers’ compensation and other lines of insurance held by the Company. The first reactions most people have when discussing insurance are that - [Exceeding Goals](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/exceeding-goals/) - It’s November, that time of year that flies by until January. Finalizing projects, deadlines, and taking the 11th hour to complete all goals. As you work tirelessly on the demands, here are a few things to process, which may help determine your successes in 2018 and help you step into the new year with focused - [Kick-Start Your Personal Development Journey](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/personal-development-journey/) - Growth in every aspect of life is typically an exciting time. Dreaming about growth in our careers, our families, and our finances, just to name a few, is many times on our list of goals to achieve. But when we think deeper than just the surface level of our goals, there is Personal Development that - [New Year New Career](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/new-year-new-career/) - With 2018 disappearing in the rear view, we find ourselves with a great opportunity to make 2019 all the things that 2018 wasn’t. Everyone has different goals they are reaching for during the year, but at the end of 2018 I found myself in a boat I think a lot of people have been in - [Set Yourself Up to Hit Your Goals and Make 2019 Your Best Year Yet](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/hit-your-goals/) - Webster would define a goal as “the object of a person's ambition or effort; an aim or a desired result.” Prevailing wisdom would lend you that the best way to achieve our goals would be to set specific, measurable and actionable goals. For years, I approached my goals the same way. I’ve set goals for - [A Brand New Ball Game](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/brand-new-ball-game/) - It has been over 13 months now since I last laced up my spikes. It is safe to say that I have officially ‘hung it up’ with my baseball career. I have transitioned from pitching a ball to a catcher to assisting in the resolution of a wide array of employee cases. To some, this - [4 Steps to Igniting Your Career Love](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/4-steps-to-igniting-your-career-love/) - February is the month of love. A time where we show gratitude and extra attention to our loved ones, our spouses, and our families. It can also be a great time to show your career some love, too! Our careers can be considered a huge part of how we define ourselves. We love to show - [Why Hire College Graduates?](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/why-hire-college-graduates/) - Submitted by: Ashley Snider, Senior Recruiting Manager, Store Strategies Every company is searching for their next top performer, and with today’s tight labor market, now is the best time to diversify your candidate pool. Hiring college graduates is a great way to bring employment opportunities to those that are seeking continued development, and could be - [Recap: Talent Talks with Otto Bielss](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/recap-talent-talks-with-otto-bielss/) - Submitted by: Olivia Bass, Talent Program Specialist This Halloween, instead of tricks, the Talent Department got a real treat! We had the pleasure of hearing from the TMX Finance® Family’s President, Otto Bielss! Otto attended our Talent Takeover event back in September, but since we can never get enough of hearing him speak to us, - [Not All Resumes Are Created Equally: The basic essentials for writing an effective resume.](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/effective-resume-writing/) - Submitted by: Gina Nichols, Senior Recruiter Hi, there. If you are reading this post, it’s most likely because you are in a job search and seeking information on how to go about the foreboding task of writing a resume. For you, this may be akin to doing your taxes – something you dread doing but - [Your Health: The Importance of a Strong Wellness Program](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/your-health-the-importance-of-a-strong-wellness-program/) - Submitted by: Janie Ginn, Benefits Analyst When I learned that I had been accepted to fill a corporate position at the TMX Finance© Family of Companies located in Downtown Savannah, Georgia, I was thrilled! I had a career start, I would be eligible for insurance benefits, I could contribute towards a 401(K), but I was - [Why I Focus on Recruiting Women in Leadership for the TMX Finance® Family](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/why-i-focus-on-recruiting-women-in-leadership-for-the-tmx-finance-family/) - Written by Shannon Beasley, Director of Corporate Recruiting When people ask me how I got into Recruiting, I have to tell them it was really a stroke of luck. I had just moved to Tampa, FL and I NEEDED A JOB! I was hired by a small firm to do research and to assist the - [The TMX Success Portal – Helping Team Members Manage Their Careers](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/the-tmx-success-portal-helping-team-members-manage-their-careers/) - Written by: Jennifer Barrett, Sr. Manager of Organizational & People Development Think about your current position or companies you’ve been with in the past. Did you have access to a portal that not only gave you organizational updates, official yet fun recognition programs, and the ability to manage your own development? Drawing a blank? This - [Building Our Teams – An Investment in Diversity & Inclusion](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/building-our-teams-an-investment-in-diversity-inclusion/) - Written by: Ashley Snider, Sr. Talent Strategy Manager This month, in a continued effort to be “Talent Obsessed,” the TMX Finance® Family of Companies launched our official Diversity and Inclusion webpage. We have always strived to attract talent with diversity of thought, ideas, and perspectives, and we are actively striving to create a work culture - [Video Resumes & Cover Letters: The Way of the Future, or Just a Fad?](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/video-resumes-cover-letters-the-way-of-the-future-or-just-a-fad/) - Submitted by: Elizabeth Lightfoot, Senior Recruiter An email from a colleague came through the other day sharing the story of a girl’s new approach on a cover letter – she had made a music video! She had a talking intro, then went straight into playing the piano and singing an Adele-style song (though not quite - [The Store Operations High Potential Program: Developing Future Company Leaders](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/the-store-operations-high-potential-program-developing-future-company-leaders/) - Written by: Kate Andersen, Director of Succession Management "High Potentials" are team members who possess the business acumen, vision, and leadership capabilities to become leaders within an organization. High Potentials (HiPos) are proven performers with three distinguishing attributes that allow them to rise and succeed in more senior and critical positions to the success of - [National Mentoring Month Recap](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/national-mentoring-month-recap/) - We may be bringing mentoring month to a close, but the TEAM UP Mentor Program will continue and keep the spirit of mentorship alive! Check out some feedback from this session of the Corporate Mentor Program, and highlights below from our month-long mentoring celebration! “My mentor helps me identify goals and work to achieve them. - [National Mentoring Day](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/national-mentoring-day/) - We are continuing our celebration of National Mentoring Month all January long! Today is International Mentoring Day and the perfect opportunity to share some of our success stories with the TEAM UP Mentorship Program! See below for words from our participants! “Having an experienced advisor to bounce ideas off and receive feedback from has been - [The Talent Department's 2017 Accomplishments & 2018 Goals](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/the-talent-departments-2017-accomplishments-2018-goals/) - Submitted by: Kristen DuBose & Daria Levin 2017 has been quite a year for the Talent Department! Major initiatives were successfully launched, goals were crushed, and we all had fun throughout! From system launches to employee engagement programs to major life events, it’s safe to say the Talent Department knows how to Get. Things. Done. - [Keys to a Successful Video Interview](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/keys-to-a-successful-video-interview/) - Submitted by: Heather Sueirro, Recruiting Manager Advances in technology have made it easier for you to find and apply for your dream job, but fitting an interview into your already busy schedule can be difficult. One technology advancement that helps with this issue is the video interview platform. Major employers are using this in addition - [Hiring Today: A Read on the Current State of Affairs in the Labor Market](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/hiring-today/) - Submitted by: Lindsey Reed Smith, Senior Vice President, Talent Management The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released a report titled “The Employment Situation – September 2017” breaking down the numbers and factors surrounding employment and unemployment in the U.S. at this point in time. As anyone who’s been paying attention knows, Hurricanes Irma and Harvey - [Why I Recruit for the TMX Finance® Family of Companies](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/why-i-recruit-for-the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies/) - Submitted by: Jennifer Franklin, Area Recruiting Manager If you were to ask me why I recruit for the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, I would tell you it’s simply because I love my job. I would tell you about the meaningful work I do, the fast-paced but fun environment I work in, the benefits and - [TMX Project SERV: Veteran Hiring Event!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/vet-hiring/) - Submitted by: Andrew McCray, Recruiting Manager On November 9th two members from our Talent Department attended the Veterans Appreciation Career Expo at Savannah Technical College, sponsored by the Georgia Department of Labor. Two days before Veterans Day and just one day before the Marine Corps’ 242nd birthday, Senior Talent Strategies Manager Ashley Snider and I - [Meet November TMX Ambassador, Ashley James!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/meet-november-tmx-ambassador-ashley-james/) - Each month, two TMX Ambassadors are recognized for personifying all four of the Company’s values: Excellence, Integrity, Enthusiasm, and Respect. These employees display our Company values in every facet of their careers. A very special thank you to both of these TMX Ambassadors for all their hard work and dedication in making us the great - [November TMX Ambassador...Sihomara Jimenez!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/november-tmx-ambassador-sihomara-jimenez/) - Each month, two TMX Ambassadors are recognized for personifying all four of the Company’s values: Excellence, Integrity, Enthusiasm, and Respect. These employees display our Company values in every facet of their careers. A very special thank you to both of these TMX Ambassadors for all their hard work and dedication in making us the great - [TMX Project SERV: The Importance, Impact & Success](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/tmx-project-serv-the-importance-impact-success/) - Submitted by: Amanda Barnes, Assistant Director of Store Recruiting We have newly established Project SERV this year – our focus on employing Veterans and tapping into the huge resource that is our Military Heroes! We could not be more excited for this initiative! In honor of Veteran’s Day, we wanted to detail out why we - [We're Celebrating International Accounting Day!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/international-accounting-day/) - It’s International Accounting Day, and we’re celebrating because our Accounting Team has seen plenty of changes in the last few years, but has finally gotten into their groove. Now, the outcome of those changes has led to our best, brightest, and most successful Accounting Team yet! The TMX Finance® Family of Companies Accounting Department initially - [Introducing…. Badges & Feedback!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/introducing-badges-feedback/) - Submitted by: Kristina Farrell, Director of Talent Programs On October 2nd, Talent Management launched an exciting initiative to our Store Operations Team and to the entire Company – Badges & Feedback! Our leadership realizes the value in every single contributor on our team and wants to celebrate accomplishments, give credit where credit is due, and - [Recap: Talent Takeover Road Trip](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/talent-takeover-road-trip/) - Submitted by: Chandler Schexnayder, Sr. Manager, Systems and Analytics The Talent Team took their quarterly training event to a new level with a “virtual road trip” two weeks ago. Check out what Chandler Schexnayder, Sr. Manager of Systems and Analytics, had to say about the experience! Well, “Mom,” aka Kristina Johnson, Director of Talent Programs, - [Recap: Speed Mentoring, Brought to You by Workforce Planning!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/speed-mentoring/) - Submitted by: Lindsay Gray, Recruiting Area Manager The Speed Mentoring Event on Monday, September 25th was nothing short of uplifting and motivating. Our Workforce Planning Team did an outstanding job of setting up the logistics for this event so that different mentors and mentees within the program “speed mentored” one another, “speed dating” style. This event - [Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/celebrating-hispanic-heritage/) - Submitted by: Abby Bruno, Recruiting Manager “Helping people is our business.” These are words we live by every single day here at TMX Finance® Family of Companies. When a large population of our customers in a market only speak Spanish, that purpose does not change. As a recruiter for the Texas market, I know first-hand - [Check out this month's TMX Ambassador...Carmelita Rodriguez!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/tmx-ambassador-sept/) - Each month, two TMX Ambassadors are recognized for personifying all four of the Company’s values: Excellence, Integrity, Enthusiasm, and Respect. These employees display our Company values in every facet of their careers. A very special thank you to both of these TMX Ambassadors for all their hard work and dedication in making us the great - [Alex Rojas named September TMX Ambassador!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/alex-rojas-named-september-tmx-ambassador/) - Each month, two TMX Ambassadors are recognized for personifying all four of the Company’s values: Excellence, Integrity, Enthusiasm, and Respect. These employees display our Company values in every facet of their careers. A very special thank you to both of these TMX Ambassadors for all their hard work and dedication in making us the great - [Meet July TMX Ambassador, Amy Monreal!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/july-tmx-ambassador-amy-monreal/) - Each month, two TMX Ambassadors are recognized for personifying all four of the Company's values: Excellence, Integrity, Enthusiasm, and Respect. These employees display our Company values in every facet of their careers. A very special thank you to both of these TMX Ambassadors for all their hard work and dedication in making us the great - [Job Seeker: Breaking Down Culture Fit](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/culture-fit/) - Submitted by: Lindsay Gray, Area Recruiting Manager For an active job seeker, one of the most concerning elements in a job hunt is whether you will be a culture fit within an organization. Many people brush this to the side initially when other aspects of a job opportunity serve a higher level of importance at - [July TMX Ambassador...Kasey Fisher!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/july-tmx-ambassador-kasey-fisher/) - Each month, two TMX Ambassadors are recognized for personifying all four of the Company's values: Excellence, Integrity, Enthusiasm, and Respect. These employees display our Company values in every facet of their careers. A very special thank you to both of these TMX Ambassadors for all their hard work and dedication in making us the great - [5 tips to ensure your future opportunity does not become someone else’s](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/blog-series-jobseeker/) - Submitted by: Gina Nichols, Senior Recruiter Hello, Job Seeker! Being in a job search can be one of the most stressful times in your professional career and subsequently your personal life, too. If you find yourself spending a chunk of your day robotically applying to dozens of jobs, only later to find your email littered - [Introducing: The TMX Finance® Family of Companies Job Seeker Blog Series!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/introducing-the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies-job-seeker-blog-series/) - Submitted by: Cat Vasarhelyi, Talent Strategist We know the internet is full of great articles and blog posts dedicated to offering advice on how to find a job. There’s no doubt about it – right now, it’s an employer’s world and we’re all just living in it. But do you ever wonder what employers think - [MANAGING YOUR PERSONAL BRAND](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/managing-your-personal-brand/) - Submitted by: Kristen DuBose, Director of Talent Acquisition, Operations In today’s world there are roughly 1,000 applications for every open position; so, managing your brand is a key factor in landing your dream job, now more than ever. Did you know that 33% of employers make a hiring decision within the first 90 seconds of - [The Importance of Goals & Goal-Setting](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/goal-setting/) - Submitted by: Amanda Barnes, Sr. Recruiting Manager We all know that change is a necessary part of life. But how do you make change happen deliberately to get somewhere specific in your life? Well, before you even come up with a plan, you first have to come up with a GOAL! WHAT IS A GOAL? Webster’s - [Talent Takeover 2.0!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/talent-takeover-georgia/) - Submitted by: Kristina Johnson, Director of Talent Operations Last Friday, the Talent Management team gathered for their quarterly meeting in beautiful downtown Savannah, GA to share knowledge, build relationships, and solidify their strategy for taking the Recruiting industry by storm! The theme of the second quarter Talent Takeover event was ‘Georgia on My Mind,’ representing - [Meet our May TMX Ambassador -- Maria Hill!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/may-tmx-ambassador-maria-hill/) - Join us in congratulating Maria Hill on being selected as one of our May TMX Ambassadors! Here is what Maria has to say about her journey with the Company: "Hi, My name is Maria Hill and I'm a General Manager at TitleMax. When I started working for the Company I saw the opportunity to grow, - [Get Out of Your Comfort Zone – Explore Your Outer Circle!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/comfort-zone/) - Submitted by: Daria Levin, Sr. Director of Talent Management Often times I’m asked the question, “How can I be more successful in my position?” I’m sure there are a million ways to answer this question and, as only one person in a workforce full of talented individuals, it can be difficult to stand out from the - [Daria Levin named February TMX Ambassador!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/february-tmxambassador/) - Congratulations to Daria Levin, Sr. Director of Talent Management, for being named February TMX Ambassador! Daria has spent many years with our Company. Here's what she had to say about her journey with us: "Our Company is one of a kind. Our CEO believes in creativity and with that, comes innovation. We come to work - [Preston Grimshaw named TMX Ambassador!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/preston-grimshaw-tmx-ambassador/) - Congratulations to Preston Grimshaw for being selected as one of our February TMX Ambassadors! Read about Preston's time with the Company below: "The TMX Finance Family of Companies has been an amazing place to work and it is fulfilling to know that we are able to help our customers where other traditional institutions have failed. - [6 Tips for a Successful Phone Interview](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/6-tips-phone-interview/) - Submitted by: Heather Sueirro, Recruiting Manager Congratulations, you’ve been selected for consideration and a recruiter would like to contact you for a phone interview! That’s great, but what do you do if the idea of speaking on the phone makes you cringe? In this age of text message conversations, email communications, and emoji responses, it’s - [Networking in a Digital Age](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/networking-in-a-digital-age/) - Written by Julie Feldman, Sr. Director of Corporate/IT Recruiting, and Shannon Beasley, Director of Corporate Recruiting In this day and age, it truly is about WHO you know, not just WHAT you know. The name of the game is NETWORKING! And the TMX Finance® Family of Companies is following the trend. With the introduction of - [March TMX Ambassador, Tashema Funches!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/march-tmx-ambassador-tashema-funches/) - Congratulations to Tashema Funches for being selected as one of our March TMX Ambassadors! She is a General Manager for the Company in Cahokia, IL. Tashema shares her journey with the Company below: "TitleMax is an amazing company to work with. The atmosphere here is just unbelievably amazing. If I must say, I really do - [Talent Takeover: Let's get ready to RUMBLE!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/talent-takeover/) - Submitted by: Julie Feldman, Sr. Director of Corporate IT Recruitment And that is just what the Talent Department did on the Friday prior to Super Bowl Sunday! Talent Takeover 1.0 was easily better than the Lady Gaga Half Time Show. The day kicked off by defining the “Talent Takeover” series, and with team members committing - [Congratulations, Aide!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/congrats-aide/) - At TMX Finance Family of Companies, we sincerely believe that hard work and dedication is the key to success. The founder of our company built the corporation we are today by starting with one single store... now, we span the nation from coast to coast! One team member that truly embodies both hard work and dedication - [Recruiter Appreciation Day](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/recruiter-appreciate-day/) - At TMX, we understand that we are only as successful as our team members. And, from CEO to CSR, each team member has a vital role in making our company great. This is why top talent is paramount to the prosperity, strength, and success of TMX Finance Family of Companies. It is for this reason that our TMX Recruiters - [Our IT Team Rocks!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/our-it-team-rocks/) - Back in 2015, our Information Technology Department began rolling out a new Paperless Initiative to all of our stores across the United States! This initiative was so big, several other corporate departments joined the Paperless Team to effectively reduce the amount of paper used to complete our loan application process. Talk about a successful team - [Looking for a new career? Come to our Job Seeker Open House Event!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/looking-for-a-new-career-come-to-our-job-seeker-open-house-event/) - Are you looking for a career change? The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is hiring! Several of our locations are hosting Job Seeker Open House Events so we can meet awesome candidates like YOU! So polish up your shoes and your resume because we are looking to hire. We invite you to come in and - [Want to make your career dreams come true? Join our team!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/want-to-make-your-career-dreams-come-true-join-our-team/) - Succession Planning has officially rolled out to all of our team members here. Our leaders have a vision for how this initiative will play out and now we are ready to start making your career dreams come true! So, what is Succession Planning? From the day you start with the Company, succession planning will show - [Hard work yields rewards!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/opportunity-knocks/hard-work-yields-rewards/) - Hard work deserves to be rewarded, right? Our Regional Directors of Operations are constantly going above and beyond to make sure their team members feel appreciated. At TMX Family of Companies, we care about our team members, and we want to show them how important they are to us. Each team is unique in its ## TMX Talks - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Military Care Package Drive Provides Care Items to Military Member Communities Nationwide](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-military-care-package-drive-provides-care-items-to-military-member-communities-nationwide/) - Savannah, Georgia (June 21, 2023) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies concluded their annual Military Care Package Collection Drive in May donating more than 21,750 essential care items to local military support organizations across the country. To celebrate Military Appreciation Month, Team Members from our more than 950 TitleMax®, TitleBucks®, and InstaLoan® locations and - [Meet Our Women Leaders: Quiana Jones](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-our-women-leaders-quiana-jones/) - Quiana Jones is currently a General Manager in Tennessee, having joined the Company in 2020. Prior to serving our customers, she served our country in the United States Army. We know veterans bring a diverse skillset – like adaptability, resiliency, leadership, and teamwork – and offer a unique perspective that contribute to the Company’s success - [Juneteenth: A Day of Celebration, Reflection, and Action](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/juneteenth-a-day-of-celebration-reflection-and-action/) - Juneteenth is an important holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans across Texas nearly two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. It serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles and triumphs in the pursuit of freedom and equality. Let’s explore the significance of Juneteenth to some of our - [Hispanic Heritage Month: The Freedom to Celebrate Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hispanic-heritage-month-the-freedom-to-celebrate-me/) - I’ve had the honor of being part of the Company for more than nine years, starting as a Store Manager, then promoting to General Manager, and now celebrating my one-year anniversary as a District Director of Operations. I love that the Company offers many talent programs, like Team Up–the mentioning program–and Step Up–the high potential - [The Journey to a Healthier Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-journey-to-a-healthier-me/) - In May 2022, I visited my doctor for what I anticipated would be a regular checkup, but instead I was diagnosed as pre-diabetic and obese at 47-years-old. During the visit, my doctor talked with me about taking my health seriously, and said if I didn’t I could possibly have a heart attack. Of course, I - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies is a Four-Time Hispanic/Latino Professional Association’s America’s Best Places to Work Award Recipient](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-is-a-four-time-hispanic-latinos-professional-associations-americas-best-places-to-work-award-recipient/) - Savannah, Georgia (August 2023) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies, one of the largest consumer specialty finance companies in the United States, is proud to be recognized as a Hispanic/Latino Professional Association’s 2023 America’s Best Places to Work for Hispanics/Latinos for the second consecutive year. This is also the Company’s fourth designation in five - [The TMX Finance® Family of Companies, TitleMax®, and Community Partners Give Back to Local Veterans](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies-titlemax-and-community-partners-give-back-to-local-veterans/) - The TMX Finance® Family of Companies takes pride in giving back to the communities where we live and work by supporting those who have served our country through one of our TMX Cares™ initiatives. Each May, to celebrate Military Appreciation Month, Team Members from our more than 950 TitleMax®, TitleBucks®, and InstaLoan® retail locations and - [The TMX Finance® Family of Companies Hosting Nationwide National Hiring Day Opening Doors to Rewarding Careers on August 24, 2023](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies-hosting-nationwide-national-hiring-day-opening-doors-to-rewarding-careers-on-august-24-2023/) - Savannah, Georgia (August 2023) – The TMX Finance® Family of Companies, a leading provider of consumer credit products, will host its annual National Hiring Day event on August 24, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (local time). The national event is an opportunity to meet with hiring managers, ask questions, discuss career goals, and - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Ranks in the Top Ten for Three 2023 Military Friendly® Employer Designations](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-ranks-in-the-top-ten-for-three-2023-military-friendly-employer-designations/) - Savannah, Georgia (April 24, 2023) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is honored to receive three Military Friendly® Top Ten distinctions for 2023, to include being a Military Friendly® Gold Employer for the fourth consecutive year. Additionally, this is the third time the Company’s consistent commitment to hiring, retaining, and developing military talent has - [National Hiring Day 2023 – Advice from a 2022 Candidate](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/national-hiring-day-2023-advice-from-a-2022-candidate/) - National Hiring Day is the TMX Finance® Family of Companies’ annual hiring and recruitment event that aims to staff our stores and corporate teams for the expected growth toward the end of the year. For candidates looking for a rewarding career focused on helping others in a performance-driven environment, this is their chance to visit - [National Hiring Day – How to Prepare for Our Hiring Event](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/national-hiring-day-how-to-prepare-for-our-hiring-event/) - The TMX Finance® Family of Companies’ annual National Hiring Day event is August 24th 2023, from 10am to 6pm local time. Our Talent Acquisition team is passionate about providing career opportunities and have been preparing to ensure that candidates receive a world-class interviewing experience. To help you prepare for National Hiring Day, an interview, and - [National Hiring Day – Experience Our Culture of Growth](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/national-hiring-day-experience-our-culture-of-growth/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, we offer careers filled with opportunity for growth, connection, advancement, and fun! We invest in both your professional and personal development to inspire you to make an impact on those around you and help you build a long-lasting career. General Manager Reginald Williams takes you on his career - [National Hiring Day – Grow with Us](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/national-hiring-day-grow-with-us/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, we offer careers filled with opportunity for growth, connection, advancement, and fun! We invest in both your professional and personal development to inspire you to make an impact on those around you and help you build a long-lasting career. District Director of Operations Jesus Cavazos shares how he - [Meet Our Women Leaders: Keonna Johnson](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-our-women-leaders-keonna-johnson/) - Keonna Johnson is currently a District Director of Operations, overseeing store operations and Team Members across North Georgia. She began her career with the TMX Finance® Family of Companies at Equity Auto Loans, a former brand of the Company, in 2012 as a Store Manager. Her career progressed, and she transitioned to a General Manager - [Celebrating Women Veterans at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/celebrating-women-veterans-at-the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies/) - The TMX Finance® Family of Companies takes pride in honoring our military and veteran Team Members year-round. For Military Appreciation Month in May, we highlight our military-connected Team Members’ skills and how they blend seamlessly into the Company. We also host a military member career day as well as a care package collection drive throughout - [Take a Hike](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/take-a-hike/) - Whether you want to lose weight, spend time outside with your friends and loved ones, or unplug from the legion of screens, you may want to consider taking a hike. There are a lot of physical and mental health benefits that come with regular time spent outdoors. My name is Nathan Jablonski, and I am - [My Advice: Get Up, Get Active, & Train Smart](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-advice-get-up-get-active-train-smart/) - When I was asked to share my story, I jumped on the opportunity. I’m a firm believer that knowledge is power, and I hope my message will motivate or, at least, spark curiosity to learn what it means to live an “active, healthy lifestyle.” I will share information based upon my life experiences and what - [Why Fitness is Important to Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/why-fitness-is-important-to-me/) - Fitness should be important to everyone because it is truly the best form of self-care and the best thing you can do for your body, both mentally and physically! For me personally, fitness is important because I have seen not only an improvement in my own health, but I’ve also seen it dramatically improve my - [Meet Our Women Leaders: Carmon Smith](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-our-women-leaders-carmon-smith/) - I began my career journey as a Senior General Manager at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies in August 2014 in Memphis, TN. In my first six months with the Company, I worked at almost every location in the area, which gave me valuable experience for when I was placed in my permanent store on - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Earns 2021 Top Ten Gold Military Friendly® Employer Designation](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-earns-2021-top-ten-gold-military-friendly-employer-designation/) - Savannah, Georgia (September 2020)— The TMX Finance® Family of Companies announced today it is a 2021 Top Ten Gold Military Friendly® Employer, representing... - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Honored as a VETS Indexes Recognized Employer](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-honored-as-a-vets-indexes-recognized-employer/) - Savannah, Georgia (May 20, 2021)— The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is proud to announce they have earned the designation as a VETS Indexes Recognized Employer, as part of the 2021 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. The award recognizes the organization’s commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing, and supporting veteran employees and others in the military-connected - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Earns Three Military Friendly® Employer Designations for 2022](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-earns-three-military-friendly-employer-designations-for-2022/) - Savannah, Georgia (March 2022) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies announced today it is a Military Friendly® Gold Employer for the third consecutive year, representing what it means to be “Better for Veterans; Better for America.” In addition to earning the prestigious Gold Employer distinction, the Company has also earned recognition as a Military - [Autism is NOT a disability; It’s a different ability!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/autism-is-not-a-disability-its-a-different-ability/) - I first learned my son, Tanner, had autism at 12-years-old. After many previous misdiagnoses, fear and worry consumed my heart every single second of every day. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) states “Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain…People with ASD may behave, communicate, interact, and learn - [Love Needs No Words](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/love-needs-no-words/) - In March 2018, I found out I was pregnant with my first, and only, child – a precious baby boy! My husband and I were so excited because we struggled with infertility for six years. Throughout my pregnancy, everything went great, and we welcomed our sweet Gunner in October 2018. He quickly become the joy - [Meet our Women in Leadership: Kelley Frazier](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/women-in-leadership-spotlight-kelley-frazier/) - You started as a CSR and are now a Certified GM Trainer. Tell us about your journey. I started as a Customer Service Representative back in 2012. I didn't even know what the title of a vehicle looked like. I worked as a CSR in TitleMax® of Conway for a year and a half. During - [Meet Our Women Leaders: Tensleigh Beck](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-our-women-leaders-tensleigh-beck/) - Over the past 13 years with the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, the most special part for me has been the people: leadership, peers, and customers alike. I always keep an open mind to learn something from everyone, and my end goal is for everyone to leave an interaction with me with a huge smile - [Women at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies Making History](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/women-at-the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies-making-history/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, we are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse environment where Team Members feel empowered to be their authentic selves at work while advancing their career. This Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting our newest all women team. Our Field Operations Training Managers have a passion for developing the - [I’m Human, Just Like Everybody Else](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/im-human-just-like-everybody-else/) - I have had the privilege of living with my sister-in-law, Bridget Jones, since 2004. Bridget has Down syndrome, which makes her not only special, but extraordinary. She is full of love and cheer. Guess what? She is more like me and you than you know. Instead of me telling you everything about her, let’s hear - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies: Women in Leadership](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-women-in-leadership/) - Later this month, I will be celebrating nine years with the TMX Finance® Family of Companies. I started with the Company in 2014 as a Store Manager. In 2017, the Company began focusing more on visions – visions for the Company, visions for the teams, and visions for yourself. Our teams created vision board to - [Why Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is Important to Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/why-martin-luther-king-jr-day-is-important-to-me/) - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is not just a holiday to me; it’s a day for service. While Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. rose to fame as an instrumental leader during the Civil Rights Movement, he dedicated his life to improving the welfare of ALL people. Dr. King became an activist to make sure that - [When “Thank You” Doesn’t Feel Grand Enough](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/when-thank-you-doesnt-feel-grand-enough/) - During November, the month of thanks, the TMX Finance® Family of Companies reserves time to honor and appreciate our veteran and military family Team Members. We believe one of the best ways to honor military members is to hire them and provide the guidance they need to excel in the civilian workforce. Through our TMX - [A Mammogram Saved Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/a-mammogram-saved-me/) - Back in 2003, I joined Susan G. Komen to get involved and raise awareness after reading her story. I participated in walks, wore a pink scarf during the month of October, tied a pink ribbon to my phone, and read about developments. I remember a former co-worker asked why I have the ribbon on my - [My Peruvian Heritage](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-peruvian-heritage/) - I was born in Lima, Peru and, while I’ve lived in the United States for more than half of my life, the traditions I grew up with are still very much with me every day. My family and I try to continue them as much as we can and where we can. When I say - [Celebrating My Healthiest Me for Women’s Health and Fitness Day ](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/celebrating-my-healthiest-me-for-womens-health-and-fitness-day/) - September has always been my favorite month; not only is September my birthday month, but it’s also a month where we recognize women’s health and fitness. The last Wednesday in September marks a national day to bring awareness to the importance of regular physical activity and overall wellness health for women. Personally, I have been - [The TMX Finance® Family of Companies Back-to-School Supply Drive Delivers Thousands of Supplies to Students Across the Country](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies-back-to-school-supply-drive-delivers-thousands-of-supplies-to-students-across-the-country/) - Savannah, Georgia (August 2022) – The TMX Finance® Family of Companies recently concluded their annual Back-to-School Supply Drive donating essential school supplies in the Company’s many cities of operation across the country. In a two-week donation campaign, Team Members from more than 950 store locations and two corporate offices in Savannah, GA and Carrollton, TX along with - [The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is Hosting a Nationwide National Hiring Day, Opening Doors to Rewarding Careers on August 25, 2022](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies-is-hosting-a-nationwide-national-hiring-day-opening-doors-to-rewarding-careers-on-august-25-2022/) - SAVANNAH, GA (August 2022) – The TMX Finance® Family of Companies, a leading provider of consumer credit products, will host its annual National Hiring Day event on August 25, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (local time). The national event is an opportunity to meet with hiring managers, ask questions, discuss career goals, and - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Named A Hispanic/Latinos Professional Association America’s Best Places to Work for 2022](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-named-a-hispanic-latinos-professional-association-americas-best-places-to-work-for-2022/) - Savannah, Georgia (August 2022) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies announced today it is a proud recipient of the Hispanic/Latino Professional Association’s 2022 America’s Best Places to Work for Hispanics/Latinos recognition, representing our continued commitment to enriching our teams. This is the Company’s third HLPA America’s Best Places to Work designation. Each year the - [2018 Holiday Shopping Guide](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/2018-holiday-shopping-guide/) - Submitted by: Alex Hulsey, Corporate Operations Coordinator The Holiday Season is upon us and it is the perfect time to eat, drink, and be merry! This can be a little difficult to do when dealing with the stress of gift shopping. Fortunately, the TMX Perks Program is here to help us with our holiday shopping - [Hiring Today: A Read on the Current State of Affairs in the Labor Market](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hiring-today/) - Submitted by: Lindsey Reed Smith, Senior Vice President, Talent Management The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently released a report titled “The Employment Situation – September 2017” breaking down the numbers and factors surrounding employment and unemployment in the U.S. at this point in time. As anyone who’s been paying attention knows, Hurricanes Irma and Harvey - [Random Acts of Kindness Day](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/kindness-day/) - Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day! We’ve had so much fun celebrating kindness all week- we’ve seen pictures and posts of breakfast treats at the office, kind words, kind acts to team members and strangers, and most of all, smiling faces! In fact, we even have the “RAK Police” patrolling the hallways of our - [Fighting for Cole - The Journey to 'Cancer-Free'](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/fighting-for-cole-the-journey-to-cancer-free/) - [row][column xs="8" sm="10"]Submitted by: Jamie Lane[/column][/row] On March 15, 2015, Misty Edwards, Senior Treasury Specialist for the TMX Finance Family of Companies, received news that would turn her and her family’s life upside down. She had to hear four of the scariest words no parent ever wants to hear - “Your son has cancer.” Misty - [T’was the Holiday Season](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/twas-the-holiday-season/) - T’was the holiday season and all through the Company, We were all so busy and in such a hurry! A holiday party was needed by many, To laugh and dance and completely not worry! The team members were nestled all snug in their chairs, With visions of tacky sweaters, costumes, and crazy elf hair! Who - [Breast Cancer Awareness](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/breast-cancer-awareness/) - October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Join us in the cause to help men and women by making yourself aware and sharing the potential symptoms, risk factors, and preventions! Signs and systems of breast cancer include: A breast lump or thickening that feels different from the - [Handling Adversity](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/handling-adversity/) - Opportunities come to those who work hard and create those open windows. As a minority, the chances of facing adversity in your life is highly likely, but your response and having the strength and ability to overcome the adversity pushes you to your full potential. In my own experiences, adversity started in childhood. I was - [Diwali - Festival of Lights](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/diwali-festival-of-lights-2/) - Diwali is a time of grand celebration and great excitement as it is the largest festival celebrated across India. This auspicious festival celebrates “victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.” We feel Diwali is our Indian New Year. The festival date is determined by the Hindu calendar, so it changes - [TMX Cares: Shining a Spotlight on our Community Leaders](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmxcares-coastal-pet-rescue/) - Last week was Volunteer Appreciation Week, which is an opportunity to recognize and thank all of those volunteers who lend their time, talent, and support to causes they care about within their communities. At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, we are lucky to have so many of our team members volunteer for all different - [Introducing: TEAM UP!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/introducing-team-up/) - The Talent Team is always looking for new ways to be innovative – whether that means rolling out succession planning to create clear career paths for our team members, or thinking outside the box to improve the candidate experience, we never waste an opportunity to optimize the efficiency and quality of our teams. How are - [July 12: The TMX Finance® Family’s National Hiring Day!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/national-hiring-day/) - Submitted by: Amanda Barnes, Director of Talent Acquisition, Store Operations, and Heather Sueirro, Talent Strategy Manager 2018 has been an exciting year for the TMX Finance® Family of Companies! From a Talent Acquisition standpoint, we revamped our standard method of hosting interview days by introducing open interviews in every store, on every Thursday, across the - [10 Ways to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/10-ways-to-celebrate-hispanic-heritage-month/) - Diversity in thought, background, and culture has always been one of the driving forces behind our success at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies. That’s why we’re proud to honor the unique contributions and individual achievements of our Hispanic and Latinx Team Members during Hispanic Heritage Month. This month, celebrated in the U.S. on September - [Autism is Not My Identity](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/autism-is-not-my-identity/) - My name is Hannah Reen and I’m 22 years old. I’ve been with the Company for almost six months and work in the Savannah corporate office as the Multi-Media and Content Producer. I have autism. People often describe individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome as people who are on the “higher functioning” side of the spectrum. In - [Light It Up Blue](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/light-it-up-blue/) - Our days begin the same: early alarm, school clothes picked out, Fruity Pebbles or something similar, and then rushing out the door all the while forgetting to “style” his hair or some other morning crisis that we discover after pulling out of the driveway. The conversations on the way to school are usually endless about - [Touched by Autism](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/touched-by-autism/) - [Women in Leadership: Why I Choose to Empower](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/women-in-leadership-why-i-choose-to-empower/) - I was raised in a Lebanese and Mexican household with three brothers. Growing up, I felt suppressed and was told how women should act and what we can and cannot do. But since I am stubborn, outspoken, and strong-willed, I proved, not only to myself but to others, that the expectations the world has for - [Black History Month 2022: What Does Black History Means to Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/black-history-month-2022-what-does-black-history-means-to-me/) - Black History Month is a time of reflection, appreciation, education, and celebration! The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is proud to honor and share the contributions of African Americans throughout history, including our own Black Team Members who’ve made history in our communities and throughout our business. We invite you to learn about what Black - [Why You Should #LoveWhereYouWork](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/why-you-should-lovewhereyouwork/) - When you begin a career journey, you aim to find a place that is going to be where you want to retire from. A career is separate from a job. A career is somewhere you can invest in the company and they will invest in you. Before I began my journey with TitleMax® I was - [Find Your TMX Career Love Through Our Mission of Helping People](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/find-your-tmx-career-love-through-our-mission-of-helping-people/) - In 2014, I went into a local sandwich shop in San Antonio, TX. If you asked me today, I would tell you I never thought my craving for a sandwich would change my entire future. After paying for my sandwich, I headed to my car and a sign caught my eye. It read “$2,000, $3,000, - [National Mentoring Month: Build a Better You](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/national-mentoring-month-build-a-better-you/) - Your journey in the Team Up Mentoring Program can only be fruitful if given the right guidance, time, energy, and passion it deserves. When you choose to begin your journey with a company and they offer amazing programs that help you grow and develop, as well as help others, you’ve found yourself the GOAT! I - [National Mentoring Month: What Mentoring Means to Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/national-mentoring-month-what-mentoring-means-to-me/) - Celebrating National Mentoring Month is special to me for a couple of reasons: First, as Senior Director of Corporate Talent Management, the TMX Finance® Family of Companies’ mentoring program – Team Up – is an area I now oversee. It is exciting to be a part of such a rewarding program and understand the importance - [National Mentoring Month: What Mentoring Means to Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/national-mentoring-month-what-mentoring-means-to-me-2/) - Being a mentor gives me permission to examine my values and see how they align with those around me. When I first joined our Team Up Mentoring Program, I was excited to dive in and mentor one of my coworkers! My first mentee was a lovely person who was willing to talk big picture, but - [Celebrating el Día de los Reyes Magos](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/celebrating-el-dia-de-los-reyes-magos/) - I love El Día de los Reyes Magos (Three Kings’ Day) because it is the last tamalada, the word we use for big parties that consist of making tamales, of the year. This has been a tradition in my family as far back as I remember. Growing up, my family celebrated el Día de los - [Hispanic Heritage Month: My Mexican History](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hispanic-heritage-month-my-mexican-history/) - Celebrating culture at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, and in general, is important because it gives us the opportunity to learn from other people, other countries, and other cultures. For me, Mexican culture is rich, colorful, and vibrant. My Mexican history includes influences from ancient civilizations such as the Aztecs and Mayans. My history - [Hispanic Heritage Month: My Mexican Favorites](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hispanic-heritage-month-my-mexican-favorites/) - In the Hispanic culture there are many traditions that we uphold that are passed down from generation to generation. My family and I celebrate our Mexican culture by spending time together and sharing stories about their time in Mexico, the good and the bad. They tell us about our family that stayed behind, or have - [Hispanic Heritage Month: The Day of the Dead](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hispanic-heritage-month-the-day-of-the-dead/) - My Mexican heritage is especially significant to me so I can teach my children and grandchildren about our heritage and hope they will pass on the stories and traditions that go along with it, too. The people of Mexico celebrate holidays with many traditions. Two of my favorite holidays are “the Day of the Dead” and “Charisma's festivities.” The - [Hispanic Heritage Month: My Puerto Rican Culture](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hispanic-heritage-month-my-puerto-rican-culture/) - Celebrating culture at work is important, to me, because you can learn about diversity and this learning can help broaden our way of thinking. This broadened thinking can then help us find new ways of doing things or simply allow us to connect with different types of people, whether it be relating to co-workers or - [Hispanic Heritage Month: My Mexican Culture](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hispanic-heritage-month-my-mexican-culture/) - My absolute favorite thing about my Mexican culture is how close-knit we are. We’re all family, regardless of blood, and we love to support one another no matter what. To celebrate my Hispanic heritage, my family and friends always throw a party with great food, music, and company. Actively gaining knowledge about Latin culture; our - [Hispanic Heritage Month: Better Together When We Understand Our Differences](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hispanic-heritage-month-better-together-when-we-understand-our-differences/) - I look forward to celebrating my Hispanic heritage with my family by enjoying live music and great food. Others can celebrate in the same way, using Hispanic Heritage Month as a way to learn about other cultures, try new foods, and get to know new people. Celebrating culture is important because we work better together - [My Fitness Journey](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-fitness-journey-2/) - During the pandemic, I discovered I was on the high-risk list because of my high blood pressure and my weight. So, I decided to take control of my health and well-being again. I was at my heaviest weight and very unhappy. My weight gain started while attending college and working full time. I didn’t have - [Make Fitness a Family Affair – the Family You Have and the Family You Choose](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/make-fitness-a-family-affair-the-family-you-have-and-the-family-you-choose/) - Here's the thing: I'm 40 and a mother of three. Let me say that again so I actually believe it. I'M 40 YEARS OLD AND A MOTHER OF THREE (gulp!). I haven't enjoyed a hot meal in years, used the bathroom without some little grubby tiny person barging in to examine what I'm doing, or - [Crazy Costumes & Candy](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/crazy-costumes-candy/) - Halloween at the TMX Finance Family of Companies is always a ghoulishly hilarious time. In addition to the haunted sounds of ghosts roaming the halls, you will also hear lots of laughter! Our corporate team members celebrate with costume contests and our store operators like to dress up and make their customers’ smile. Doing business - [Celebrating The Holidays.... In October?](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/celebrating-the-holidays-in-october/) - It may not be snowing in Savannah, GA, but the Marketing Departments are already in the holiday spirit! We actually started humming holiday carols in early October! We’ve been busy elves prepping to ensure everything from stores to websites are decked out for the holiday season. In fact, we’ve already sent out holiday promotional collateral - [The Drive to Succeed](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-drive-to-succeed/) - In my role as a VP of Operations, I try to meet every single person on my team in every store in my division. My team is important to me and I work very hard to foster an atmosphere of development and guidance to help team members learn and grow in their roles and to - [The Golden Ticket](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-golden-ticket/) - Congratulations to Preston Grimshaw, Financial Analyst; Marc Ybarra, Infrastructure Manager; and Jill Harrison, Online Operations Manager on receiving our Company President’s highly coveted Dallas Mavericks tickets! These team members did not just win the tickets through luck, they were recognized for their hard work, positive attitudes, and ability to make great things happen. Each team - [Telling Our Story](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/telling-our-story/) - At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, we don’t just tell our team members what they need to know. We show them through innovative and cutting-edge videos that our team of editors and producers create using our in-house production studio. Many companies outsource video production, but we believe so strongly in the power of video - [Big Things are Happening in Texas!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/big-things-are-happening-in-texas/) - Exciting things are happening at our TitleMax stores in Texas and we invite you to come hear all about them! TitleMax of Helotes, Texas will be hosting an Open House for job seekers on Thursday, November 10th from 6-7pm. Who are we hiring? ALL store positions! Customer Service Representative, Store Manager, and General Manager positions - [Memorial Day - A Day of Remembrance](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/a-day-of-remembrance/) - “Today is the day we put aside to remember fallen heroes and to pray that no heroes will ever have to die for us again. It's a day of thanks for the valor of others, a day to remember the splendor of America and those of her children who rest in this cemetery and others. - [We Salute Those Who SERV: Don’t Be Afraid to Be a Civilian](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/we-salute-those-who-serv-dont-be-afraid-to-be-a-civilian/) - [Lead Like Women: My Hero](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/lead-like-women-my-hero/) - When we think of heroes, we oftentimes envision a character who wears a cape and has supernatural powers. However, my hero became my hero at a very young age, when I was just 2 years old. My hero is my older sister, Lynne Davis. - [We Salute Those Who SERV: Fred Mitchell](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/we-salute-those-who-serv-fred-mitchell/) - Fred “Mitch” Mitchell is a father, General Manager at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, and a Disabled Veteran who served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 22 years. We thank him for his 22 years of service to the country and his nearly 20 years of dedicated leadership with the Company. I owe a - [We Salute Those Who SERV: Making the Transition to Civilian Life](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/we-salute-those-who-serv-making-the-transition-to-civilian-life/) - As a Marine, I am accustomed to a fast-paced environment that poses many personal goal-oriented challenges and a constantly changing routine, to which I adapted to eagerly. So, when it came time for me to make the transition from a military career to a civilian career, a new set of challenges emerged that I wasn’t quite prepared - [The Journey to Freedom](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-journey-to-freedom/) - Growing up, I didn’t see myself as being any different from my friends. There were not many of ‘my kind’ at the school I attended, but we all had something in common—freedom. The Vietnam War ended on April 30, 1975, with the fall of Saigon. On the evening of May 25, 1981, my parents boarded - [My Asian Heritage](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-asian-heritage/) - We see the unique combination of skill, culture, and knowledge our Team Members possess as the driving force in our Company’s success. Meet some of our Asian-Pacific American Team Members this month as we celebrate and honor the backgrounds that enrich our teams.My name is Charlie Chan, Asian American and a General Manager for TitleMax® in Las Vegas, NV. I started with TitleMax® in California in 2016 and relocated to TitleMax® of Nevada in the middle of 2020. I grew up in Manila, Philippines, and was raised in two different cultures—Filipino and Chinese heritage—which I consider a - [Lead Like Women: Who Empowers Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/lead-like-women-who-empowers-me-2/) - Let me tell you about my mom, Joan Callahan! She went from a stay-at-home mom and wife to a single mom of five overnight. She managed to give my siblings and me a great childhood despite her own struggles. I can’t imagine how many times she went without, so that we didn’t have to. I - [Lead Like Women: Who Empowers Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/lead-like-women-who-empowers-me/) - One of my favorite things to do is watch and participate in sports. As a former collegiate soccer player (over a decade ago), I was blessed with the opportunity to play with and against some of the best women athletes in the country. My teammates and coaches pushed me physically, mentally, and emotionally every day - [Forgive to Rebuild](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/forgive-to-rebuild/) - In American race relations there’s room for one thing – forgiveness. It’s like a spoonful of liquid medicine. It is important, it heals, it strengthens. How many times have I walked in front of someone and not held the door? Then seconds later thought, “ugh, that was silly, why didn’t I hold the door?” Then - [Lead Like Women: Why I Choose to Empower](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/lead-like-women-why-i-choose-to-empower/) - Most women in leadership roles at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies inspire me. Despite their hectic lives, they get up every day with passion and enthusiasm for our industry. They get out of their comfort zone and venture into the unknown, all while remaining positive and bringing high energy. They want to see everyone - [#TMXCareerLove – Share Your Story](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmxcareerlove-share-your-story/) - As a 31-year-old wife and mother, I have always struggled with finding that perfect balance of having a career that would allow me time with my family. I love how this Company has given me that perfect balance that allows me to enjoy building my career while still maintaining my home life. Being the wife - [Black History Month 2021: Celebrating the History and Culture Series](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/black-history-month-2021-celebrating-the-history-and-culture-series-2/) - Black History Month is an annual event honoring the many vital contributions of Black Americans, something the TMX Finance® Family of Companies is proud to celebrate. What started as “Negro History Week” in 1926, observed on the second week in February to honor Abraham Lincoln’s and Frederick Douglass’ birthdays, has turned into a month-long devotion - [What Does Black History Mean to Me Series](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/what-does-black-history-mean-to-me-series-2/) - Black History Month is an annual event honoring the many vital contributions of Black Americans, something the TMX Finance® Family of Companies is proud to celebrate. What started as “Negro History Week” in 1926, observed on the second week in February to honor Abraham Lincoln’s and Frederick Douglass’ birthdays, has turned into a month-long devotion - [What Does Black History Mean to Me Series](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/what-does-black-history-mean-to-me-series/) - Black History Month is an annual event honoring the many vital contributions of Black Americans, something the TMX Finance® Family of Companies is proud to celebrate. What started as “Negro History Week” in 1926, observed on the second week in February to honor Abraham Lincoln’s and Frederick Douglass’ birthdays, has turned into a month-long devotion - [What Does Black History Mean to Me Series](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/what-does-black-history-mean-to-me/) - Black History Month is an annual event honoring the many vital contributions of Black Americans, something the TMX Finance® Family of Companies is proud to celebrate. What started as “Negro History Week” in 1926, observed on the second week in February to honor Abraham Lincoln’s and Frederick Douglass’ birthdays, has turned into a month-long devotion - [Black History Month 2021: Celebrating the History and Culture Series](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/black-history-month-2021-celebrating-the-history-and-culture-series/) - To honor the history of this month, we connected with some of our Black and African American workforce on their favorite Black History facts and figures and the impact they made in their lives... - [My Native American Roots](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-native-american-roots/) - Growing up, I was raised to be proud of my Native American roots and Comanche runs deep on my mother’s side of the family. In 1977, I had... - [When Hollywood Learned to Speak Different Languages](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/when-hollywood-learned-to-speak-different-languages/) - Enrique Gonzalez serves as an expert movie critic and writes a weekly column for a local Hispanic news publication in Phoenix, AZ. In addition to his role as... - [Beyond Proud](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/beyond-proud/) - I learned early on, from growing up Hispanic, that family is the most important part of our culture. Life brings many uncertainties and in a world of const... - [Hispanic Impact: More than Just Your Average Hard Workers](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hispanic-impact-more-than-just-your-average-hard-workers/) - Hi, my name is Ana Escamilla Pereyra. I was born in Veracruz, Mexico, and was brought to the U.S. when I was only 45 days old. My mother migrated from Northern Mexico and my father migrated from Southern Mexico and then met in Gainesville, GA in 1987. Like most immigrants, they came to the United - [Leaders Making History: Meet James Romero, Regional Vice President](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/leaders-making-history-meet-james-romero-regional-vice-president/) - How does one become Regional Vice President of the year, not once, but twice? When we spoke with James Romero, a seasoned Regional Vice President at the TMX... - [A Celebration of Culture by Argelia Hernandez](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/a-celebration-of-culture-by-argelia-hernandez/) - My name is Argelia Hernandez and I am Mexican American. This year, for Hispanic Heritage Month, I am going to begin celebrating by sharing a part of my culture, which is an immense part of me. My culture and my language have helped serve as a vital bridge between my job and my personal life. - [Leaders Making History: Gilbert Garcia District Director of Operations, ACV](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/leaders-making-history-meet-gilbert-garcia-district-director-of-operations-acv/) - Since he started in 2014, Gilbert Garcia has been considered a model leader amongst many at the TMX Finance® Family of Companies because of his high-energy and ability to quickly champion and influence others on Company initiatives. As the Director of ACV Operations, most can spot Gilbert celebrating every occasion from his team’s major wins - [Leaders Making History: Nicolas Rodriguez, Regional Vice President](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/leaders-making-history-nicolas-rodriguez-regional-vice-president/) - Nicolas Rodriguez always imagined he would grow up to help others. Although his father’s goal was to have him take on the family strawberry farm, Rodriguez wanted to hold his own career in business and leadership. He was able to do just that. When Rodriguez joined the Company over five years ago, he assisted in - [Meet Letisia Luna Contreras](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-letisia-luna-contreras/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They’re mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our wom... - [Homemade with Heart](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/6227/) - I thought: how do I protect myself and my family if we can’t find face covers? With a dying need for normalcy, I had to do something. I dusted off my... - [Meet Heather Kennedy-Canedo](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-heather-kennedy-canedo/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They’re mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our wo... - [Spinning for a Purpose](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/spinning-for-a-purpose/) - You can mount a bike, put on a helmet, and hit the ground peddling, but some people can’t. Think about your grandmother who loved riding a bike or a friend y... - [Meet Violeta Banuelos](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-violeta-banuelos/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They’re mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our wom... - [Meet Nikki Gaharan](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-nikki-gaharan/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They’re mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our wom... - [“Everybody Can Be Great, Because Anybody Can Serve.” - Martin Luther King, Jr.](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/everybody-can-be-great-because-anybody-can-serve-martin-luther-king-jr/) - A well-known scripture, Proverbs 31, speaks of a virtuous woman with a list of qualities that Michelle Johnson-Murphy strives to reach daily. This is her... - [Be Proud of Your Race and Culture](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/be-proud-of-your-race-and-culture/) - The privilege of growing up in a military family afforded me the opportunity to travel. Through those travels, I’ve had the opportunity to meet many... - [What Black History Means to Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/what-black-history-means-to-me/) - Black History to me means that without some of the great leaders who have come before me, I wouldn’t have the same opportunities I, or any of us... - [Building History Through Advocacy](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/building-history-through-advocacy/) - In the TMX Finance® Family dictionary of common terminology, the word “passion” would be accompanied by an image of Senior Director of Bankruptcy, Danielle... - [#2020Goals - A Challenge to Face Fears](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/2020goals-a-challenge-to-face-fears/) - Once upon a time, on January 8, 2019, I challenged Adrianna Warnell, Direct Marketing Manager and 5-year TMX Finance Family member, to face her public speaking fears and take her career to the next level. We made a deal that if I agreed to speak at an upcoming conference in 2019, she would do the - [Ability to Adapt Quickly](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/ability-to-adapt-quickly/) - Having the ability to adapt rather quickly once change is implemented has served me well. Throughout my time with the Company I have taken every opportunity to be a student. I’ve been privileged enough to have worked in various offices all around Southern California, but the travel wasn’t the best part. The people were. I - [Dedication and Perseverance: Delayed doesn’t mean denied](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/dedication-and-perseverance-delayed-doesnt-mean-denied/) - Who remembers being a carefree child and always having an idea of what you wanted to be when you grew up? Some of us wanted to be actors, teachers, firemen, doctors, serve in the military, etc. For me, my family and I always knew that I would be a lawyer or pursue some form of - [Big City Innovation](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/big-city-innovation/) - The TMX Finance Family of Companies was recently recognized at the internationally acclaimed annual Yext conference in NYC, which featured keynote presenters like Neil deGrasse Tyson, Dr. Hannah Fry, and David Blaine. Amongst an impressive pool of national and international companies like Taco Bell, Denny’s, Suntrust, and Capital One, our Marketing team was nominated for - [Don’t Have a “Senior” Moment- Take the Time to Stretch and Strength Train](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/dont-have-a-senior-moment-take-the-time-to-stretch-and-strength-train/) - Being the “senior” in my department, I feel like I have learned a number of things over my many, many (the second “many” is for you, Barrett) years. I learned manners (I still hold the door open for others), I learned patience (sometimes the bubble over my head stays intact), and I learned the importance - [Bringing Awareness to Men’s Mental Health](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/bringing-awareness-to-mens-mental-health/) - Male suicide is rising at such an alarming rate. It’s been referred to as a “silent epidemic”. Suicide is the seventh leading cause of death for males according to the US Movember website, https://us.movember.com/. Mental illness is literally killing us and it’s time to bring more awareness to the topic. In ancient times, the survival - [When the Call Came](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/when-the-call-came/) - In 1981, at just 17 years old, I decided I wanted to go into the Army National Guard Military Police Unit located in my hometown. I remember going to my parents and telling them I wanted to join and serve my country. My father, a Korean War veteran, was very proud I decided to take control of - [The Importance of Celebrating Heritage and Continuing Traditions](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-importance-of-celebrating-heritage-and-continuing-traditions/) - One thing that I always try to teach my children is that although we are American, understanding our heritage gives us an idea of how our ancestors lived and how and why our traditions came to be. I believe it is very important to learn our culture and where we came from, especially from a - [Leaders Making History: Laura Quezada- Seargeant](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/leaders-making-history-laura-quezada-seargeant/) - You may not work directly with Laura Quezada- Seargeant on a daily basis, but you know the name. Laura and her team have an unmatched work ethic and a winning mentality. The Dallas Cowboys fan and hula hoop enthusiast inspires our ACV Desk agents by taking the lead in various Company initiatives, from canned food - [Food That Feels Like Home](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/food-that-feels-like-home/) - You can’t talk about Peru without talking about our food. Recognized as one of the best gastronomic destinations in the world, our cuisine has contributed to the growth of social development in our country in the last decades. In the last few years, world known chefs, award winning restaurants, hundreds of community events, new cooking - [Food and Family: The Cornerstone of Our Traditions](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/food-and-family-the-cornerstone-of-our-traditions/) - I have always believed the true sign of a wealthy person is not how large their bank account is, but by the amount of love one has with their family and friends. I come from a proud Hispanic family. My parents worked very hard to ensure that my siblings and I never went without. More - [The Amazing Country of Chile](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-amazing-county-of-chile/) - This month is Hispanic heritage month and I‘d like to talk about the amazing country my family is from, Chile. Chile is located between the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. It's the long strip that borders "The strait of Magellan" on one end and the Andes Mountains on the other in South America. Culture In the arts - [Meet Julie Thibodeaux](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-julie-thibodeaux/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. How has your time at - [Meet Anna Balderas](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-anna-balderas/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. What has been one of - [Meet Leslie Bowman](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-leslie-bowman/) - At the TMX Finance® Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. What has been one of - [How Mexican Heritage is Reflected in TitleMax](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/how-mexican-heritage-is-reflected-in-titlemax/) - Being part of the TitleMax® team has allowed me to see and feel the warmth of the Mexican culture. I really enjoy the way my Hispanic customers open up to me. They not only come in to get a loan, but to talk about their families, their plans, and even what they plan to cook - [Las Tradiciones De Nuestra Cultura](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/las-tradiciones-de-nuestra-cultura/) - As a Mexican, born and raised just South of the Texas border, in Tamaulipas, I came to the U.S. with many of our traditions. I was 7 when I arrived in Dallas, Texas. Around this time, in 1993, Dallas was really starting to look and feel as if “that time of the year” was near. - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Earns 2020 Top Military Friendly® Employer Designation](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-earns-2020-top-military-friendly-employer-designation/) - The TMX Finance® Family of Companies announced today that it has earned recognition as a 2020 Top Military Friendly® Employer. Companies that have earned this designation are deemed to have exceptionally strong hiring programs and meaningful careers for transitioning service members, veterans, and spouses. The Military Friendly® Employers list has come to set the standard - [From One Working Mom: Achieving Work-Life Balance](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/from-one-working-mom-achieving-work-life-balance/) - Balance: an even distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain upright and steady. With more and more moms in the workforce, there is naturally a ton of buzz around attaining the seemingly impossible notion of a work-life balance. I am one of those moms. A working mom to two sweet boys, an almost - [My 2019 Health Goals](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-2019-health-goals/) - “I don’t run. If you see me run, you too should start running because something is probably chasing me,” was something I always said when my friends would ask me if I wanted to go for a run or participate in a 5K road race. Running was not part of my routine life and I - [Popping Biscuits and PTSD](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/popping-biscuits-and-ptsd/) - *Content may be upsetting to some. Please read with caution. I opened a can of biscuits, all by myself!! Doesn’t sound like a big accomplishment, does it? To almost 8 million Americans, that simple task could have meant DAYS in the protection of a dark room on high alert. Seems crazy, right? My name is - [Pride](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/pride/) - Pride is defined by Dictionary.com as confidence and self-respect as expressed by members of a group, typically one that has been socially marginalized, on the basis of their shared identity, culture, and experience. Pride to me is a sense of freedom and expression, much like our constitutional right and first amendment: Freedom of Speech. It - [Discipline or Regret](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/discipline-or-regret/) - Deciding to live a healthy lifestyle and to “get fit” is a great decision to be sure. However, turning that decision into a reality is about much more than that. It’s about making the right decision hundreds of times throughout the week when presented with the choice between the easy way and the right way. - [When Muscles Aren’t Enough](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/when-muscles-arent-enough/) - Isn’t it interesting how there are moments in your life when everything around that time period is a blur, but a big event happens and 10 to 20 years later you can remember that day with such clarity as if it had happened yesterday?! This was one of those moments for me. I thought it - [Yoga: A More Productive Way to Handle Stress](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/yoga-a-more-productive-way-to-handle-stress/) - Based on the number of times I’ve heard “treat yourself” or “live your best life “recently, it seems like people are really focused on inner happiness these days. While there’s nothing wrong with enjoying that 600-calorie Venti Frappuccino with double whip every once in a while, I think sometimes we all forget that there are - [Military Spouse: Quality over Quantity](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/military-spouse-quality-over-quantity/) - Distance, abnormal hours, sacrifices, unpredictability and independence all consist of a military marriage. To survive these untraditional stressors a few clichés come to mind, "quality over quantity" are words normally repeated by families who do not have the luxury of seeing each other daily. Another phrase to live by is, "distance makes the heart grow - [Driving My Career as a Military Spouse](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/driving-my-career-as-a-military-spouse/) - As I sit here, contemplating how to relay my experience as a working military spouse, it seems only fitting to start by sharing with you a little bit about my story and the journey leading up to my decision to join the TMX Finance Family of Companies (“the Company”). First, you should know that both - [The Spiritual Benefits of Yoga-Begin Your Inner Journey Now!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-spirituality-benefits-of-yoga-begin-your-inner-journey-now/) - The thought of Yoga generates either good thoughts or terror and nothing in-between. Yoga is very physical and regular practice develops your stamina and strength including your core! When committed to the practice on a regular basis, you experience and become aware of the spirit (energy) within and without. While it is primarily stretching (until - [Lupus Awareness: “Supporting the fighters, admiring the survivors, honoring the taken, and never, ever giving up hope.”](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/lupus-awareness-supporting-the-fighters-admiring-the-survivors-honoring-the-taken-and-never-ever-giving-up-hope/) - Everyone’s scars tell a story, what do yours say about you? For those of you that know me, wearing kimonos and cardigans have become a part of my daily routine. To many, it is viewed as a fashion trend, but it serves a more important purpose to me. In an effort to protect my skin - [Military Spouse: A Different Kind of Normal](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/military-spouse-a-different-kind-of-normal/) - They say the secret to a strong marriage is sacrifice, not compromise. Often times, you are giving up the lesser important for the greater good or goal. This statement could not ring more true than a life as a military spouse. My husband, Joe Bisso, has served in the US Army for 7 years in - [#DefineYourDrive: Adversity](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-adversity/) - I'm passionate about my family, my heritage, all people, and Texas, but most of all I am passionate about the people I work with and the work I do. I have had the experience of working many different jobs, from a radio disc jockey to a project manager for a construction company. I am always - [Being a Rainbow](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/being-a-rainbow/) - April 12, 2019 marks an important day, National Donate Life Month. Organ donation is something I’d thought of in passing, but never truly stopped to understand the impact it makes on so many lives until I was faced with my sister’s illness. In 2008, my sister, Dina, was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease. Her immune - [Hanukkah!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/hanukkah/) - Submitted by: Abby Bruno, Recruiting Manager “Oh dreidel, dreidel, dreidel, I made you out of clay. And when you’re dry and ready, oh dreidel I shall play!” For my family, the end of the year is synonymous with this jingle on repeat. From the time I was little to the present day (and now that - [Diwali – Festival of Lights](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/diwali-festival-of-lights/) - Submitted by: Yogamaya (Maya) Sanekommu, Director of Information Services Delivery Diwali or Deepawali also known as the “Festival of Lights” is one of the most popular festivals in the Indian Sub-Continent. Deepawali literally means a “row of lamps” and is celebrated not just by Hindus, but also by Jains, and Sikhs. Hindus follow a lunar - [Celebrate and Reflect](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/celebrate-and-reflect/) - As a person of color, this month has significant value to me. Not only is it a month set aside to celebrate the accomplishments of so many who share my race and have come before me, but it is also a time to reflect on my life. Growing up in a small town, with the - [Meet Shawn Jordan](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-shawn-jordan/) - Leaders Making History: Shawn Jordan, Regional Vice President of Operations “You don’t decide to be a leader; your team decides who they’re going to follow.” Shawn Jordan started with the Company in 2001, “back when we walked around with candles and wrote on tablets; not the kind we have today,” he joked, giving insight to - [4 Tips to get your Financial Strategy Started ](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/4-tips-to-get-your-financial-strategy-started/) - Do you think about your future? Bucket list vacations? New cars? College tuition? Does it excite you or scare you? Having a financial strategy should excite you, but unfortunately, it scares most people. When people ask me about how to start, they are surprised with my answer - Discipline. You have discipline at work, with - [My Fitness Journey](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-fitness-journey/) - I’ve always been a high-strung, type-A individual…great for the physical sense of wellness, if not so much mental. Rural Virginia living lent itself to hiking trails, bicycling to sleepovers and generally being outside of the house, and out my mothers’ hair. I participated in cheerleading, flag corps, and the marching band drumline from 6th grade - [How the Culture of Black History Inspires Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/how-the-culture-of-black-history-inspires-me/) - As we celebrate Black History, I often find myself being inspired by those who preceded me. Especially the activists involved within our Black History culture. Their sacrifices and great deeds paved the way for people like me and so many others. Black History, for me, represents a culture of people of all color and races - [Black History Means Everything to Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/black-history-means-everything-to-me/) - Hello to all that will view my thoughts on what black history means to me and my life experiences. The mere fact that I am an African American man writing a blog sharing what it means to me states that there has been obvious progress. Early Life Experiences As a young boy, I grew up - [Reflecting On Individuals](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/reflecting-on-individuals/) - “If there is no struggle, there is no progress. Those who profess to favor freedom and yet depreciate agitation, are men who want crops without plowing up the ground. They want rain without thunder and lightning. They want the ocean without the awful roar of its many waters. This struggle may be a moral one; - [My TMX Thank You Letter](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-tmx-thank-you-letter/) - Having just passed my sixth year with TMX Finance® Family of Companies, and recently going through one of the biggest transitions I have personally experienced in my professional career, I felt it necessary to put it into writing. Here are my words of thanks and encouragement. Through my time with this company there have been - [Black History Is Something To be Thankful For](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/black-history-is-something-to-be-thankful-for/) - As a country, people of color have just one month of recognition that was not offered to them, but taken as an opportunity. An opportunity to reflect on the struggles, the trials, and the tribulations beset on a group of people who were forced to this place by oppressing colonizers looking to build a land - [How Running has an Impact on Social and Community Wellness](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/how-running-has-an-impact-on-social-and-community-wellness/) - The day was April 21st, 2014. I was on my hands and knees kissing the yellow and blue finish line every distance runner looks for as I was finishing the Boston Marathon. Rewind 14 years ago, when I was a freshman in high school and my sister’s boyfriend was asking me to join the Varsity - [How Exercise Improved My Social Life](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/how-exercise-improved-my-social-life/) - Roughly ten years ago, my boyfriend of four years and I broke up and I was at a loss for what to do with my life. I had moved to Savannah to live near him, and the only friends I had made were his friends. I quickly found myself lonely and bored. I randomly came - [Army Linguist turned Chief Operating Officer](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/army-linguist-turned-cbo/) - Read about how our current Veterans have transitioned their military skills and experience into successful business careers. Submitted by: Theodore Helgesen, Chief Operating Officer and Former Army Persian Farsi Linguist I am a champion of our Veterans Hiring Commitment, TMX Project SERV. I am a U.S. Army Veteran, with four years in the Army Reserve - [Meet Tiffany Leonard](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-tiffany-leonard/) - Leaders Making History: Tiffany Leonard, District Director of Operations Tiffany Leonard started her career with the Company in 2003 and has paved the way for emerging leaders by becoming a mentor and sharing her story of success. “I started as a Manager- in-Training in Alabama. What was most impactful for my career was understanding how - [A Physical Wellness Journey](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/a-physical-wellness-journey/) - Submitted By: Caitlin Buttimer, Human Capital Operations Manager I was recently asked to write this blog about physical wellness, and to be honest, my first thought was, “HA, I’m the last person who qualifies for writing a blog on physical wellness”. If I’m still being honest, that thought hasn’t stopped running through my mind. You - [Iron Sharpens Iron](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/iron-sharpens-iron/) - Submitted by: Kevin Godwin, District Director of Operations As a seasoned operator and proven leader with our company for going on 15 years there is one evident truth in the dynamics of our business as well as the role of leadership…IRON SHARPENS IRON! I was reminded of this during my current mentorship, when paired with - [As a Mentor, You Become a Mentee as Well](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/as-a-mentor-you-become-a-mentee-as-well/) - Submitted by: Jerald Horner, Chief Information Officer This year is my first experience with the TEAM Up Mentor Program. At first I was reluctant to sign up as a mentor because it felt a bit egotistical that I could have something to offer. If anything, I should be a mentee! As it turns out, as - [Battling Internal Demons and Self-Doubt](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/battling-internal-demons-and-self-doubt/) - Submitted by: Victoria Newman, General Counsel Through the mentoring program, you get the opportunity to share your experiences. I’ve found that people assume others always “have it together” when that is often far from the truth. We all battle our own internal demons and self-doubt, and it’s nice to break down those presumptions of perfection. You - [Gaining More Knowledge](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/gaining-more-knowledge/) - Submitted by: Shannon Beasley, Director of Corporate Recruiting To me, the word “mentor” means growth; both personally and professionally! I have had the opportunity to participate in our Company mentor program as a mentor and now as a mentee. As a mentor, I enjoyed being a part of someone’s career development and helping them to grow through - [Being a Mentor is an Honor](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/being-a-mentor-is-an-honor/) - Submitted by: Victor Johnson, Director of Contact Center I have had the honor of being a mentor in the TEAM UP Program for three different mentees in the past nine months. TEAM Up is special to me because I have been mentored by a few very important people at critical stages of my life and career, so - [Learning Something New Every Time](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/learning-something-new-every-time/) - Submitted by: Gilbert Garcia, ACV Supervisor Level III Being a participant in the TEAM Up program has helped me grow my career in more ways than one. It has given me so many opportunities to gain exposure in different departments within our Company. As a mentee, I was able to partner with top talent to help me - [Improving My Skills as a Leader and Mentor](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/improving-my-skills-as-a-leader-and-mentor/) - Submitted by: Victor Gheorghe, District Director of Operations As a mentor I appreciate the mentoring program because, not only do I have the opportunity to impact someone’s career, but also benefit from the experience as I get to improve my own skills as a leader and mentor. Also, I get the chance to surround myself with - [Making a Difference](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/making-a-difference/) - Submitted by: Anna Molidor, District Director of Operations Our mentorship program is the absolute core of who we are as a Company. Developing our team members and making a difference in people’s lives each day is one of the most valuable attributes that this program provides. The program gives team members the opportunity to explore different leadership - [Training and Development](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/training-and-development/) - Submitted by: Cameron Gregg, General Manager I committed to the great TMX Finance Family of Companies team in 2010 and haven't looked back since. Over my 8 years with the Company, I have been a part of many programs/webinars/podcasts targeted towards my growth and development both as a leader and employee. The training and development efforts we - [Leadership and Responsibilities](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/leadership-and-responsibilities/) - Submitted by: Angela Bilodeau, General Manager I have been in management for many years and have been exposed to many training sessions, but none have been as supportive and beneficial as the Mentor Program provided by the TMX Finance Family of Companies. When I first started this journey of the Mentor Program I was a General Manager - [Cancer Won't Stop Me](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/cancer-wont-stop-me/) - Submitted by: Nikki Burns, General Manager I had my first mammogram 2-14-18. I giggled to myself on the way there thinking that now I was officially old since I needed this done. It stopped being funny when I was called back for more images and told I needed a biopsy. 2 days after my biopsy, - [Everyone can be Lucky or Unlucky](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/everyone-can-be-lucky-or-unlucky/) - Submitted by: Chris Ruhter, Lead Business Analyst – Mobile App Development, United States Marines (retired) There was a firefight a few hundred meters off during the night my artillery unit, 1st Battalion, 11th Marines, left Baghdad. It was around the end of April or very early May 2003 when we got the orders to pull - [Soldier for Life](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/soldier-for-life/) - Submitted by: Vernon Ervin, Senior General Manager, U.S. Army My name is Vernon Ervin. I served in the U.S. Army for 5 years and achieved the rank of Sergeant in 2.5 yrs. in service. My initial responsibilities as a squad leader and SQT NCO taught me a number of transferable skills that I currently use - [Serving People in Need](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/serving-people-in-need/) - Submitted by: Kateri Flood, Store Manager, U.S. Army I am currently a Sergeant on Army Inactive Ready Reserve (IRR). I decided to join the Alabama National Guard (NG) after Hurricane Katrina because I wanted to serve the people of our nation in their time of need. I enlisted in June 2006 as a Private First-Class - [Survivor, Not Victim](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/survivor-not-victim/) - Submitted by: Misty Spooner, General Manager *Content may be upsetting to some. Please read with caution. Domestic Violence used to be a topic that no one wanted to talk about or face. Thankfully, over the years it is now getting the attention it deserves. My story began when I started dating a guy whom I - [The Legal Eagles Present 2018 Legal Summit](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-legal-eagles-present-2018-legal-summit/) - By: Kala Kozdron, Senior Paralegal At the end of this summer, the Legal, Compliance, and Bankruptcy teams were all able to attend the first TitleMax Legal Summit. Legal was also happy to host members of the Ops and Human Resources teams. The Summit, hosted by Legal, featured several panels of speakers. The speakers were attorneys, - [Building a Presence in the Hispanic Community](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/building-a-presence-in-the-hispanic-community/) - Submitted by: Erik Roldan, General Manager My name is Erik Roldan and my family is from Colombia. I learned to speak Spanish when my grandparents came to live with us when I was 5. My grandmother did not speak any English so it forced me to learn Spanish at a young age in order to - [Celebrating Our Hearts](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/celebrating-our-hearts/) - Submitted by: Janie Ginn, Senior Benefits Analyst Today, we are celebrating one of the most important things about ourselves: our hearts. I’m sure I could speak for the majority of our TMX Finance Family when I say that we don’t think much about the health of our most vital organ until something goes wrong with it. - [What is Culture?](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/what-is-culture/) - Submitted by: Mariela Gonzalez, General Manager What is Culture? Culture is a tradition, a way of living. How does the TMX Finance Family of Companies culture compare to the Hispanic Culture? Well there are plenty of similarities. Even though there are plenty of reasons why they are similar, the two main reasons are family and hospitality. - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Earns 2019 Military Friendly® Employer Designation](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-earns-2019-military-friendly-employer-designation/) - The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is excited to announce that the Company has earned recognition as a 2019 Military Friendly® Employer. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® Employer designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 200 companies participated in the Military Friendly Employers portion of the - [Cole's Journey](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/coles-journey/) - Submitted by: Misty Edwards, Senior Treasury Analyst On March 15, 2015, Misty Edwards, Senior Treasury Analyst for the TMX Finance Family of Companies, received news that would turn her and her family’s life upside down. She had to hear four of the scariest words no parent ever wants to hear – “Your son has cancer.” Misty - [Thankful and Blessed to Beat the Odds](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/thankful-and-blessed-to-beat-the-odds/) - Submitted by: Schelley Roessler, General Manager My name is Schelley Roessler and I’m 38 years old. I’m a wife of 12 years and a proud mom of Callie, 10 and Camden, 9. In August 2010 my life was turned upside down for me and my family. I have always had health problems, but never did I - [Meet Latonya Powell](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-latonya-powell/) - At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. What has been one of - [Meet Alison Jackson](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-alison-jackson/) - At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. Give a brief description of - [My Experience Volunteering at Operation Kindness](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-experience-volunteering-at-operation-kindness/) - Submitted by: Frankie Tijerina, Product Marketing Manager Life is short. A dog’s life is even shorter. Why not fill it with kindness? For those of you that know me, and my devout love for dogs, it’s probably no surprise that I would jump at the chance to volunteer at an animal shelter. I grew up - [What I Learned as Your TMX Summer Intern](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/what-i-learned-as-your-tmx-summer-intern/) - Submitted by: Amira Mccall, Summer Intern Hello! For those who do not know me, my name is Amira Mccall and I am the summer intern from the City of Savannah’s Summer 500 Program. Throughout my time here, I gained the understanding of how a nation-wide company operates and all the moving parts that make up - [Help a Child in Need on Their First Day of School](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/help-a-child-in-need-on-their-first-day-of-school/) - Submitted by: Amira Mccall, Summer Intern The cost for Back-to-School supplies ranges close to $200.00 for high school and middle school students, and those supplies will hopefully make it through the first semester. Most teenagers and parents have plenty of things on their mind other than having enough money to buy school supplies, such as - [Meet Krista Henley](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-krista-henley/) - At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. What has been one of - [Proud Veteran and Team Member](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/proud-veteran-and-team-member/) - By: Leonita S. McAllister, General Manager-TMX Certified Trainer, U.S. Navy Whether in active duty or as veteran, you always have concern for others and their well-being. Working at TitleMax has given me a way to continue to help others and the ability to interact and meet all types of people like I did when I - [Veterans Are Assets](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/veterans-are-assets/) - By: Stephen Kennedy, Senior General Manager, Air Force Hi! I hope everyone can get through what might be a long-winded synopsis of my time in the military, and how TMX Project SERV helps my fellow veterans. I began my military career in 1973, after being fortunate enough to experience being a military brat from elementary - [Commitment + Passion + Discipline = Results and Performance](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/commitment-passion-discipline-results-and-performance/) - By: Chris Copenhaver, General Manager, U.S. Marine I began my career with Titlemax in January 2016 as a General Manager. It has been a blessing to see a company go above and beyond to show their effort and support for our veterans. You do not see many companies doing this for the men and women - [Leadership Skills](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/leadership-skills/) - By: David Lonergan, General Manager, U.S Marine Corps I joined the Marine Corps in 2004 after high school and served 8 years. In my time spent, I learned how to become a better leader by the core values of the Marine Corps: Honor, Courage, Commitment. In the Marine Corps I was deployed to Iraq, traveled - [Transitioning from Military Life to Everyday Life is Achievable](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/transitioning-from-military-life-to-everyday-life-is-achievable/) - By: Shametra Watts, Senior General Manager, U.S Army I served in the Army for eight years. Within those eight years, the military taught me many different life skills, but the most important were: To be independent To work as a team To be a leader By learning these skills and building on them, it helped - [Recovering with Help](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/recovering-with-help/) - Submitted By: Brandon Guffee, Lead Business Analyst January 5, 2018 was a normal Friday, much like any other. I was excited to get off work and start another great weekend. January 6, 2018 started out as typical Saturday. My wife and I loaded up our ATVs and headed out for some trail riding. This time - [Exciting Times as the TMX Finance Family of Companies Intern](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-finance-summer-intern/) - Submitted by: Amira Mccall, Summer Intern Hello everyone, my name is Amira McCall and I am the new TMX Summer Intern! I attend a local school in the Savannah district where I had the privilege to apply to the City of Savannah’s Summer 500 Program. This summer youth employment program partners with local companies to - [Celebrating Family and Freedom](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/celebrating-family-and-freedom/) - Submitted by: Shaunna Harris, General Manager July 4th is the time of year when my family always holds our annual family reunion. We have a celebration of all the generations along with a celebration of our freedom in our great country. The food is amazing when everyone is competing to have the best BBQ! The - [A 4th of July Promise](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/a-4th-of-july-promise/) - Submitted by: Janeisha Spruiell, General Manager 2009 was a rough year for me. I am originally from Chicago, but I tell people that I am from Dallas because I have been here for so long. It has always been me and my mom here in Texas while most of my other family are still in - [Meet Katie Woodall](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-katie-woodall/) - At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. What has been one of - [Young and Fearless- My Journey Through Breast Cancer...](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/amber-strong/) - Submitted by: Amber Black, Director of Human Resources/Workforce Management Goodness, where do I begin? Well for starters, I could explain the utter shock of my diagnosis at age 32 considering there was NO prior history of breast cancer in my family. I was diagnosed on 6/19/2015 with Triple Negative (TNBC) Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC) of - [Helping Fight Hunger One Can at a Time!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/fighting-hunger/) - Submitted by: Maggie Yarbrough, Social Media PR Strategist The TMX Finance Family of Companies held its 4th Annual Company-wide food drive during October and it was a resounding success! Thanks to the generous support of our customers, community partners, and team members- we collected 23 tons of food, which equates to 137,240 meals to support - [MAX-imizing your Customer Experience](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/max-imizing-your-customer-experience/) - When it comes to our customer service philosophy, nobody sums it up better than my boss, TMX Finance Family of Companies President, Otto Bielss when he says, “I get asked all the time - what’s the best marketing plan or where is the best place to market? My answer is always inside your four walls - [Corporate New Hire Program](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/corporate-new-hire-program/) - Submitted by: Caitlyn Fahey, Executive Assistant of Shared Services - Dallas On Monday April 16th, I was able to visit one of our TitleMax stores in Carrollton, Texas as part of the New Hire Program to observe store operations. As a corporate employee, I really wanted to see the front-line processes of our organization and - [Ted Helgesen Named Chief Business Officer](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/ted-helgesen-named-chief-business-officer/) - The TMX Finance Family of Companies is proud to announce the promotion of Ted Helgesen to our newest executive position, Chief Business Officer. In this inaugural role, Ted will lead the Company’s customer-facing business operations and is responsible for delivering results that contribute to the maximum profitability of our operations while catapulting the business into - [Jerald Horner Named Chief Information Officer](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/jerald-horner-named-chief-information-officer/) - Submitted by: Maggie Yarbrough, Social Media and PR Strategist We have some very exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that Jerald (Jerry) Horner, our current Senior Vice President of Technology, has been promoted to Chief Information Officer! In this new role, Jerry will continue to lead the IT team and ensure the Company’s technology - [Women Leadership in Action](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/women-leadership-in-action/) - With: Jennifer Harris, Associate General Counsel and Employment Counsel I was recently invited to attend the Consero Financial Services & Insurance Litigation forum which was held in New York, NY. For a bit of context, Consero is a relatively new events company that is taking an unorthodox approach to the normal business/continuing education conferences that - [Meet Loyda Vázquez](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-loyda-vazquez/) - At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. Tell us something unique about - [The Silent Hero](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-silent-hero/) - Submitted by: Gwen Bulington, Director of Regulatory Operations “… has earned grateful appreciation for your own unselfish, faithful and devoted service. Your unfailing support and understanding helped to make possible your spouse’s lasting contribution to the Nation.” -General, United States Army Chief of Staff A quote from the Certificate of Appreciation that is proudly displayed - [Being Robert’s Voice](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/being-roberts-voice/) - Submitted by: Jennifer Mitton, General Manager Autism is a developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with and relates to people. It also affects how they make sense of the things around them. It is a spectrum condition, which means, while all people with autism share certain difficulties, their condition will affect them in - [My Miracle](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/my-miracle/) - Submitted by: Amy Kremitzki, General Manager My daughter, Abbygail Jean, blessed my life with her presence December 27th, 2002. Things were not "smooth" for her arrival. I was very ill and she was very early. My little bundle entered my life without oxygen for the first several precious seconds of her life and they are - [Meet Savannah Kitchens](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-savannah-kitchens/) - At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. What has been one of - [Lace Up on #NationalWalkingDay](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/lace-up-on-nationalwalkingday/) - Submitted by: Janie Ginn, HR Benefits Analyst What do you think of when you hear the word “exercise”? Even in my mind when I think about workouts, my mind gravitates towards running, biking, yoga, Pilates, etc., not walking. This exercise is low-risk and is easy to incorporate into your everyday life! Studies show that integrating - [Julie Torkelson Appointed Chief Financial Officer](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/julie-torkelson-appointed-chief-financial-officer/) - Submitted by: Jamie Lane, Director of Communications The Company is very excited to announce the promotion of Julie Torkelson to Chief Financial Officer. Julie has been with the TMX Finance Family of Companies since 2014, excelling to her most recent role as Chief Accounting Officer in 2017. Her career path from Assistant Controller to CFO - [Meet Alma Ballesteros](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-alma-ballesteros/) - At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, women are leading the way. They're mothers, mentors, military veterans, community volunteers, and operators. Our women are leaders. Read all the interviews we held in our Women of the 20th blog series to learn how they each became the leaders they are today. What has been one of - [America Saves Week](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/america-saves-week/) - America Saves Week is a national campaign sponsored by Fidelity Investments that brings together thousands of nonprofit, government, and corporate groups to encourage their employees to save the money they need to plan confidently for the future. As part of America Saves Week, we have partnered with Fidelity to bring our team members tips on - [The Warm Winter Drive was a Success!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-warm-winter-drive-was-a-success/) - Submitted by: Maggie Yarbrough, Social Media and PR Strategist Throughout the month of February, we held our first Company-wide Warm Winter Clothing Drive. The clothing donated consisted of new and gently used blankets, coats, sweatshirts, hats, gloves, mittens, boots, and scarves. Thanks to the generous support of our customers, communities, and team members - we - [A More Certain Truth of Time](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/a-more-certain-truth-of-time/) - Submitted by: Jason Broce, Director of Human Resources and Colon Cancer Survivor Some say, “growing older is a privilege denied to many”. Like many quotes of wisdom, this is one that I have come to understand, yet never fully embraced until a couple of years ago. I’ve always been an advocate of my own health. - [Are You Building A Career Legacy?](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/are-you-building-a-career-legacy/) - Written by: Heather Sueirro, Talent Manager Growing up in South Georgia, I saw firsthand the rapid expansion of the TMX Finance® Family of Companies. Buildings that had been old fast-food restaurants were turning into shiny new red, white, and blue businesses that gave the block an immediate facelift. It wasn’t until I began working with - [Celebrating National Mentoring Month](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/celebrating-national-mentoring-month/) - Submitted by: Olivia Bass We are very excited to be celebrating National Mentoring Month! Inaugurated in 2002, this designation was assigned to promote mentoring in the US and to the positive effects it can have on our lives, both personally and professionally! We know the value of a great mentor and that is why we - [President Otto Bielss, named one of SOUTH Magazine’s GREATEST bosses of 2017!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/otto-bielss-one-of-south-magazines-greatest-bosses-of-2017/) - When you think of President Otto Bielss, what comes to mind? Here a few things we think about… A fearless leader A team player An excellent mentor A dynamic executive A passionate speaker! Dallas Cowboys SUPERFAN! And to add to the list…{one of} SOUTH’s greatest bosses! Each year, SOUTH magazine hosts a contest for local - [Helping Others Face the Future](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/helping-others-face-the-future-2/) - For the fourth year in a row, Tennessee and North Georgia TitleMax locations collected and donated between 500-700 used printer toner cartridges to the National Craniofacial Association. - [Lindsey Reed Smith Named Chief People Officer](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/lindsey-reed-smith-named-chief-people-officer/) - Submitted by: Jamie Lane, Director of Communications We have some exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that Lindsey Reed Smith, our current Senior VP of talent, has been promoted to our first-ever chief people officer! Our Company has experienced a tremendous year in terms of development and growth and much of that cultural shift - [Creating a Culture of Service](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/creating-a-culture-of-service/) - Submitted by: Kaitlyn McCormack, Senior Recruiting Manager I have a confession. When I was asked to facilitate a training on “Creating a Culture of Service”, I was a little apprehensive. The phrase is somewhat lofty and ambiguous, so to help make it more digestible, the first thing I did was Google the meaning of culture - [Our New Hire Experiences](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/our-new-hire-experiences/) - Submitted by: Lane Boston, Corporate Operations Coordinator My first opportunity to shadow our TitleMax of Garden City store was a great experience. I worked with Gabriel, the General Manager, and Ivory, the General Manager Trainee. Being the Corporate Operations Coordinator, I have a lot of contact with store team members via email and phone every - [Shooting Hoops and Talking TMX](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/shooting-hoops-and-talking-tmx/) - Submitted by: Farrell Click, Senior Operations Manager Spending time with my TMX Family this past Thanksgiving week was great! I had the opportunity to join several team members from the Savannah corporate office and attend the Savannah Invitational Basketball Tournament. The TMX Finance Family of Companies was a sponsor and, I must say, we had - [Introducing Our First Ever, Chief Opportunity Officer!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/meet-max/) - The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is pleased to announce its recent groundbreaking hire to the TitleMax® executive team –Max has officially signed on as the Company’s first-ever Chief Opportunity Officer. Within this role, he will serve as not only the face of the organization, but the executive driving force behind improving the understanding and - [Why R.E.D. Friday](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/why-r-e-d-friday/) - Submitted by: Kris D. Reece, Sr. General Manager - TMX Certified Trainer R.E.D. (Remember Everyone Deployed) is a very important movement for my family and I. We, like a lot of families, have a rich military history going back to the 1800's in our hometown of Ellijay, Georgia. My son decided that he wanted to serve - [#DefineYourDrive- Determination](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/2763/) - Roxanne Powell – TitleMax General Manager, Alabama I decided to join the Army National Guard after my sister deployed to Afghanistan. When I went to her deployment ceremony, I witnessed the selfless service of my sister and her brothers-and-sisters in arms. I saw the dedication and the comradery of soldiers that gave up their freedom - [#DefineYourDrive- Passion](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-passion/) - Submitted by: Kevin Godwin – District Director of Operations, Georgia I joined the Company in 2004 as a General Manager (“GM”). In just four years, I worked hard and was named a District Director of Operations (“DDO”) and four years later, I earned my next promotion to a Regional Director of Operations position, leading at - [The GMs Tell All: Fabiola Toscano](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/fabiola-toscano/) - We’re excited to launch a new video series based on our recent GM Town Hall Meetings. The internal Company videos are a compilation of several Town Hall style meetings our Company President, Otto Bielss, held virtually with our store operations team members across the country. The General Managers asked the questions and our leadership team - [The “Lost-Cause Child”](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-lost-cause-child/) - Submitted by: Tammy Bonser, InstaLoan Customer Service Representative Sarasota, FL Let’s be honest, when people think of Down Syndrome many of them immediately think of chunky people stuck in institutions, but I’m proud to say that is not true. I found out my son, Dale, was going to be born with Down Syndrome when I - [The Fire Inside](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-fire-inside/) - Submitted by: Laura Fain, TitleMax General Manager “Often it’s the deepest pain which empowers you to grow into your highest self.” This quote has resonated with me throughout the years. I always wondered that if I was never a domestic violence survivor, if I would be as determined and courageous enough to go through life - [The GMs Tell All: Matthew Fredrick](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/matthew-fredrick/) - We’re excited to launch a new video series based on our recent GM Town Hall Meetings. The internal Company videos are a compilation of several Town Hall style meetings our Company President, Otto Bielss, held virtually with our store operations team members across the country. The General Managers asked the questions and our leadership team - [The GMs Tell All: Gregory Ludwig](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/gregory-ludwig/) - We’re excited to launch a new video series based on our recent GM Town Hall Meetings. The internal Company videos are a compilation of several Town Hall style meetings our Company President, Otto Bielss, held virtually with our store operations team members across the country. The General Managers asked the questions and our leadership team - [The GMs Tell All: Andrew Hilsabeck](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/andrew-hilsabeck/) - We’re excited to launch a new video series based on our recent GM Town Hall Meetings. The internal Company videos are a compilation of several Town Hall style meetings our Company President, Otto Bielss, held virtually with our store operations team members across the country. The General Managers asked the questions and our leadership team - [#DefineYourDrive: Progress](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/progress/) - Submitted by: Bonnie Gringer, Online Marketing Manager Keep your eye on the target and dare to think outside the box! You never know if an uncertain vision you have today will become the seeds for tomorrow’s future! Think outside the box like the artists who were turned down or unrecognized for their work such as - [#DefineYourDrive: Self-empowerment](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/self-empowerment/) - Submitted by: Laura Fain, General Manager Although I have been working since I was 14 years old, until now I have never worked for a company that cares so much about their employees and helps them become better people in their careers as well as their personal life. My drive and passion for everything I - [#DefineYourDrive: Helping Others](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/helping-others-2/) - Submitted by: Omar Bustios, District Director of Operations I am an immigrant from South America whose love for and success in sports earned me a scholarship to come to the United States in my late teens. I fell in love with the American way– met a beautiful person, whom I married, and still live happily - [The GMs Tell All: Patricia Morena](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/gms-tell-all-patricia-morena/) - We’re excited to launch a new video series based on our recent GM Town Hall Meetings. The internal Company videos are a compilation of several Town Hall style meetings our Company President, Otto Bielss, held virtually with our store operations team members across the country. The General Managers asked the questions and our leadership team - [The GMs Tell All: Gus Perea](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/gms-tell-all-gus-perea/) - We’re excited to launch a new video series based on our recent GM Town Hall Meetings. The internal Company videos are a compilation of several Town Hall style meetings our Company President, Otto Bielss, held virtually with our store operations team members across the country. The General Managers asked the questions and our leadership team - [The GMs Tell All: Yvonne Aintablian](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/gms-tell-all-yvonne-aintablian/) - We’re excited to launch a new video series based on our recent GM Town Hall Meetings. The internal Company videos are a compilation of several Town Hall style meetings our Company President, Otto Bielss, held virtually with our store operations team members across the country. The General Managers asked the questions and our leadership team - [School Supplies = Success!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/school-supplies-success/) - Submitted by: Jamie Lane, Director of Internal Communications Throughout July and August, we held our first Company-wide Back-to-School Supply Drive. This drive event was just the first of many fundraising opportunities we recently rolled out as part of our new TMX Cares Community Initiatives commitment. Our stores across the country have been holding separate back-to-school - [#DefineYourDrive](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive/) - Submitted by: Cat Vasarhelyi- Talent Strategist, Special Initiatives We’re excited to launch a brand new blog series called #DefineYourDrive! We feel that everyone has a story to tell about their personal journey to success- whether that be in their career or their personal life. Our team members’ unique backgrounds and experiences are what make up - [#DefineYourDrive- Initiative](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-tera-bolton/) - Tera Bolton, GM, District 117 I started with TitleMax in March of 2014 as a Store Manager. I was very sincere in my commitment to the position and was eager to earn the status of General Manager. Within a short time, and with the help of some amazing leaders, I was promoted. Since then, I - [#DefineYourDrive- Passion](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-lori-hindman/) - Lori Hindman, GM, District 88 My parents owned several businesses I worked in from the age of 14 to 18 until I joined the Army. I was taught very early that to succeed in life, you have to go out, get what you want, and prove you’re the best. I have always strived to be - [#DefineYourDrive: Loyalty](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-loyalty/) - Submitted by: Alheli "Lily" Zuniga I came to the United States over 24 years ago and since day one, I always wanted to do something good for myself. I have had a total of three jobs in my entire work life. I spent nine years with one company where I learned to be loyal, dedicated, and - [#DefineYourDrive: Family](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-family/) - Submitted by: Katelynn Migues I was always the girl who not only doubted herself, but who always seemed to be doubted by others. But ever since I was young, I have always found ways to do things on my own. I always saved money to get what I wanted before anyone could buy it for - [#DefineYourDrive: Results](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-results/) - Submitted by: Donna Smith In 2009, after 26 years in the automotive retail business in a finance support role, I was ready for a more personal challenge. I researched the TMX Finance Family of Companies and was an immediate believer! The excitement that exuded from the District Director I interviewed with was contagious. After all, how - [TMX Cares: A Company-Wide Initiative!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tmx-cares/) - We believe in helping people and have made it our business to care for the communities where we live and work! Our newest TMX Cares commitment reflects the local nature of our business as we strive to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors in need and helps us to address the educational - [#DefineYourDrive: Helping Others](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-helping-others/) - To honor our veteran hiring commitment, TMX PROJECT SERV, we are recognizing veterans within our Company; sharing their transition into a civilian career and how their military experience has helped them succeed. Submitted by: Jose Mercado, General Manager I joined the U.S. Army Military Police Corps in 1984 and served until 1996, then served during - [#DefineYourDrive: Versatility](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-versatility/) - Submitted by: Sheila Kramer, Store Manager, Region 12 I started helping out around the family farm at six years old, then went on to work in the family business where I learned to balance money and run a small staff. I ended up with experience in many different areas of employment throughout that time, instilling - [#DefineYourDrive: Financial Security](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-financial-security/) - Submitted by: Savannah Kitchens, General Manager, Region 15 I am a single mother of two young girls. I’ve had three jobs my whole life and have excelled in each, but it wasn’t until I started with this Company five and half years ago that I imagined I could be financially stable and afford a great - [#DefineYourDrive: Coach and Develop](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/defineyourdrive-coach-and-develop/) - Submitted by: Melyssia Santiago, Regional Director of Operations, Region 5 I am the oldest of four children and was raised by an incredibly strong and dedicated mother. She taught us that you should be positive, enthusiastic, and always exhibit a can-do attitude because the only one that can hold you back is YOU! Because of - [When Your Career Plan Changes](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/when-your-career-plan-changes/) - Read about how our current Veterans have transitioned their military skills and experience into successful business careers. Submitted by: Jim Vaughan, United States Navy IC3 Senior VP Operations - East I wouldn’t trade anything for the time I spent in the Navy. When asked, I always say the Navy provided me with the two greatest - [Love and Respect for Our Country](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/love-and-respect-for-our-country/) - Submitted by: Rosanne Salmen, Customer Service Representative, Las Vegas, NV The Fourth of July means a great deal to me as my father was a "lifer” in the military and we were brought up to love and respect our Country. Just like most people, we spent the Fourth of July with family and friends, either at - [Celebrating, Remembering, and Honoring!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/celebrating-remembering-and-honoring/) - Submitted by: Brian Peveroff, Store Manager Ogden, Utah The 4th of July, to me, is not just a day to go to parades, barbecue, and set off fireworks. A lot of people mistake holidays like this as a day of relaxation, food, and fun; however, the Fourth of July is a day of celebration of - [Continuing Traditions](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/continuing-traditions/) - Submitted by: Allan Cieniuch, Regional Director of Operations, Southern California Ronald Reagan said it best, “For one who was born and grew up in the small towns of the Midwest, there is a special kind of nostalgia about the Fourth of July.” When I was young growing up outside of Chicago, July 4th was always - [Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/life-liberty-and-the-pursuit-of-happiness/) - Submitted by: Marcelino Del Bosque, Store Manager, Phoenix, Arizona The Fourth of July is a day of independence and freedom. This is the day the original thirteen colonies claimed their independence from Great Britain by signing the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This is a significant event because it led to the birth - [Freedom, Family, and Sacrifice](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/freedom-family-and-sacrifice/) - Submitted by: Elisa Silva, Store Manager, Glendale, Arizona The 4th of July means freedom, family, and sacrifice to me. We have the freedom to live and grow as individuals. We have the freedom to become anything we set our sights on. We have these freedoms because of the sacrifices so many men and women have - [July 4th Celebration in the Mountains](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/july-4th-celebration-in-the-mountains/) - Submitted by: Justine Faasse, General Manager, Nevada Growing up, the 4th of July created a lot of great family memories and now it’s a day I truly look forward to as it brings my whole family back together, allowing our kids the opportunity to gain the same memories. For us, the day begins with all the aunts, uncles, - [A Tennessee Family Retreat!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/a-tennessee-family-retreat/) - Submitted by: Michael Zuidema, District Director of Operations, Nashville, TN We all celebrate the independence of our country differently, as individuals, families, and organizations. I like to take time to reflect on what it means to me by thinking about the risk and ultimate sacrifice made by a few Americans over 240 years ago. I - [Family, Food, and Fun at the Beach!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/family-food-and-fun/) - Submitted by: Gregory Ludwig, General Manager- TMX Certified Trainer We are planning to spend our 4th of July the same way we do every year... relaxing with friends and family at Coligny Beach on Hilton Head Island. Every year, we get up early, pack up our grill, hot dogs, and sparklers then head out early to beat the beach crowd! Luckily, this year we get to - [Independence Day](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/independence-day/) - Submitted by: James Placek, Vice President of Operations Division 4 Independence Day, also referred to as the Fourth of July or July Fourth, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence 241 years ago on July 4, 1776. The Continental Congress declared that the 13 American colonies regarded themselves - [4 Travel Spots for the 4th of July!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/4-travel-spots-for-the-4th-of-july/) - Submitted by: Thomas D. Bridgman II, District Director of Operations Irving, Texas To my family, July 4th is an important holiday. It is a time to reflect on our Nation and the many great people who have worked hard to make this Republic the great democracy that it is. We are very proud of this nation and - [Red Nose Day!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/red-nose-day/) - Submitted by: Theresa Doran, Senior Director of Corporate Operations Were you helped by a team member wearing a red nose? We loved celebrating Red Nose Day and wore our red noses with pride! Here in the Contact Center at our Dallas corporate office and in our stores across the country, we wore our red noses - [Team Bielss for the Win on Father’s Day!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/team-bielss-ftw-on-fathers-day/) - A Special Post President, Mentor, Dad, Poppy- these are all the names that our Company President, Otto Bielss, goes by these days. We see him as our fearless leader, carrying us through the business day and setting a shining example of what it takes to succeed. His passion for the TMX Finance Family of Companies - [A Father’s Love](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/a-fathers-love/) - Submitted by: Lionel Rutledge, Customer Service Representative I have always considered myself a real “man’s man”. I was an Aviation Maintenance Administrator in the United States Navy and a damn fine Sailor. However, the day my daughter was born, all that “manliness” flew out the window with the first sight of my precious baby girl! These - [Brick by Brick- How My Walls Came Down](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/brick-by-brick/) - Submitted by: Emily Wright, Credit Risk Analyst Being estranged from your biological father is not a pleasant situation, especially when the loss occurs during the emotional teenage years. You are constantly embroiled in an emotional tug-of-war; betrayal, disbelief, and resentment intermingling with the already boiling brain biology of a high school girl. The natural outlet - [What Memorial Day Means To Me; Joseph Trella](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/joseph-trella/) - What Memorial Day Means to Me Submitted by: Joseph Trella, District Director of Operations When I was young man, Memorial Day was a holiday where we recognized the many sacrifices members of the military made for our Country. But until I joined the United States Marine Corp, I never knew how deep those sacrifices went - [What Memorial Day Means to Me; Land of the Free, Home of the Brave](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/land-of-the-free-home-of-the-brave/) - This Memorial Day, the TMX Finance Family of Companies honors all former and current members of the Armed Forces and especially those that gave their lives defending our freedom. We want to take this opportunity to thank our military team members for courageously defending our freedom abroad and then returning home to help strengthen the - [What Memorial Day Means to Me; Recognizing the Price of Freedom](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/price-of-freedom/) - This Memorial Day, the TMX Finance Family of Companies honors all former and current members of the Armed Forces and especially those that gave their lives defending our freedom. We want to take this opportunity to thank our military team members for courageously defending our freedom abroad and then returning home to help strengthen the - [What Memorial Day Means to Me; The Ultimate Sacrifice](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-ultimate-sacrifice/) - This Memorial Day, the TMX Finance Family of Companies honors all former and current members of the Armed Forces and especially those that gave their lives defending our freedom. We want to take this opportunity to thank our military team members for courageously defending our freedom abroad and then returning home to help strengthen the - [What Memorial Day Means to Me; One Ranger’s Perspective](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/what-memorial-day-means-to-me/) - This Memorial Day, the TMX Finance Family of Companies honors all former and current members of the Armed Forces and especially those that gave their lives defending our freedom. We want to take this opportunity to thank our military team members for courageously defending our freedom abroad and then returning home to help strengthen the - [Everyone Loves a Bake Sale!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/bakesale/) - Submitted by: Melissa Ardis On Monday January 30th, the Legal and Compliance Department hosted a bake sale with a range of goodies such as cookies, cakes, pies, Rice Krispy treats, muffins, and cupcakes just to name a few. Members of the department stocked a push cart full of sweets and spent the day going from - [Thanksgiving in April?](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/thanksgiving-in-april/) - Submitted by: Ted Helgesen, Executive VP of Operations We help people. It’s what we do every day. And we like nothing more than telling our best customers, “thank you!” In November, we held a Turkey Card Program promotion where eligible customers received a Thanksgiving themed card they could exchange at our stores for a check - [Neurodiversity and Autism – what does it mean for the future of our workplace?](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/autism-workplace/) - Submitted by: Cat Vasarhelyi, Talent Strategist, Special Initiatives Today, “the workplace” is an ever-changing, ever-evolving notion – open concept floorplan today, distraction-free recommended tomorrow. The people that make up the workplace are also constantly changing – whether that be from training and development, or from the natural growth that comes as we move through life. - [The Golden Ticket Winner Series](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/golden-ticket-chandler/) - Remember our awesome Golden Ticket winners? They are team members who are recognized by our President for doing outstanding things every day and are awarded a pair of tickets to a Dallas Mavericks game. Here’s a recap of the game from one of our Golden Ticket winners! Golden Ticket Winner Chandler Schexnayder Workforce Planning Analyst - [Changing and Growing- A LOT!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/changing-and-growing-a-lot/) - Submitted by: Dickson J. Sipemba, District Director of Operations They say that in business, if you’re not growing and changing, your dying. So, I like to approach change head on and with a positive attitude! We recently realigned a few districts, and I am helping to lead a new district. As a District Director, I - [Richard Nunn, named January TMX Ambassador!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/january-tmx-ambassador/) - Congratulations to Richard Nunn on becoming one of our January TMX Ambassadors! Richard has been with the Company since 2013, read what he had to say about his journey with us so far. “I started my career with the TMX Finance Family of Companies in 2013 and I have had the pleasure of working with - [Teaming Up to Make Things Happen!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/team-up/) - Submitted by: Kate Andersen, Mentor Program Manager “World-Class talent doesn’t just happen, it is nurtured, grown, and developed. Our culture is what directs our future and it’s important that we take the responsibility seriously and pass it along every single day.” Otto Bielss We believe that connecting high-performing and driven individuals with successful Company leaders - [The Big Winner!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-big-winner/) - Submitted by: Jamie Lane, Director of Internal Communications To kick off 2017, our CEO issued a challenge to all Regional and District Directors to create a list of 10 enhancements or changes along with viable solutions they would like to see made to our current point of sale system. Our CEO is constantly raising the - [Pay it forward for Random Acts of Kindness Week!](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/rakweek2017/) - At the TMX Finance Family of Companies, we are celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Day- February 17th- all week long! During this week, we have asked all of our team members to pay it forward and help us show the heart of our Company through kindness. Because it’s the little gestures that go the distance - [Helping Others Face the Future](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/helping-others-face-the-future/) - [row][column xs="8" sm="10"]Submitted by: Michelle Cook, District Director of Operations[/column][/row] Each year our Tennessee District collects and donates between 500-700 used printer toner cartridges to an organization based out of Chattanooga, TN called: FACES: The National Craniofacial Association. This organization supports children born with cranio-facial abnormalities and their families who are financially unable to take - [Tornado Disaster Relief for Albany, Georgia](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/tornado-disaster-relief-for-albany-georgia/) - [row][column xs="8" sm="10"]Submitted by: Shahnee Vickers, General Manager Macon, Georgia[/column][/row] On January 21, 2017 approximately 40 tornadoes touched down in Georgia which took the lives of at least 15 people and injured 43 others. Albany, Georgia took a massive hit and a significant amount of lives have been affected. On Monday, January 23, our District, - [The Golden Ticket Winner Series](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/the-golden-ticket-winner-series/) - Remember our awesome Golden Ticket winners? They are team members who are recognized by our President for doing outstanding things every day and are awarded a pair of tickets to a Dallas Mavericks game. Each of the November golden ticket winners has attended a Mavs game and sent us a recap of their experience. Check - [Annual Food Drive Results](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/annual-food-drive-results/) - The TMX Finance Family of Companies held its annual Company-wide food drive during November and December of 2016 and was able to contribute: Drumroll, please……………………………………………………………………… Congratulations to the entire Company on giving back to the many communities in which we live and work! Otto Bielss, President, was extremely pleased with our third-year results, “TMX Finance - [Shout-Out to our Teams](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/shout-out-to-our-teams/) - Recently, the TMX Finance Family of Companies created a new Company website. We wanted to create a website that paints the full picture of what our Company is all about and what we do here every day. We want everyone to see how we help people and make a difference in the lives of our - [Helping the Tennessee Wildfire Evacuees](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/helping-the-tennessee-wildfire-evacuees/) - [row][column xs="8" sm="10"]Story Submitted By: Brent Nelson, GM Morristown, TN[/column][/row] I can't explain how I felt the morning I woke up to the horrific news about the wildfires destroying Gatlinburg, TN- a place that holds so many wonderful memories for so many of us. I wanted to do something to help the victims who had - [Employee ESGR Patriot Award](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks/employee-esgr-patriot-award/) - [row][column xs="8" sm="10"]Story Submitted By: Jared Taylor, General Manager - Bristol, TN[/column][/row] On October 13, 2016, I had the distinct honor to present my District Director of Operations, Shawn Robison, with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriot Award. I'm currently serving in the Army National Guard and Shawn, along with this ## Robo Gallery - [Carly Hallman Volunteer](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/gallery/carly-hallman-volunteer/) - [Talent Takeover](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/gallery/talent-takeover/) - [2016 Savannah Holiday Party](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/gallery/2016-savannah-holiday-party/) - [2016 Dallas Holiday Party](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/gallery/2016-dallas-holiday-party/) ## Timeline Stories - [February 1, 2017](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/february-1-2017/) - One of our proudest accomplishments as a progressive Company was the rollout of our first ever Mentor Program. Our focus is on our people and their growth and success. - [October 1, 2016](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/october-1-2016/) - Serving our customers through alternative lending options when they need help the most is our main goal. By launching our Line of Credit product, we were able to begin offering a line of credit option in TN. - [May 1, 2016](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/may-1-2016/) - Knowing foresight and preparation are vital keys to success, we established a new Succession Planning Department focused on planning for the Company's future and developing career paths for current team members. - [June 1, 2015](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/june-1-2015/) - In an effort to help more people and widen our product availability, we added Motorcycle Title Loans and Pawns to our product offerings. - [October 1, 2014](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/october-1-2014/) - Reinvention and progress stay consistent throughout our history - in October 2014, we go back to the drawing board and emerge with an online lending program called TitleMax Online. - [September 1, 2014](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/september-1-2014/) - Being the best at what we do is ingrained in our Company vision - that includes reaching our goals in a way that is best for our team members and our customers, which is why we expanded our legal and compliance teams to ensure we set a stellar example in the industry as an up-standing - [June 13, 2014](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/june-13-2014/) - TitleMax® opens its doors in Sheboygan, WI. - [May 1, 2014](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/may-1-2014/) - While our Company has been involved in countless philanthropic programs since the beginning, we officially created a name for these in-house efforts, TMX Cares, and expanded our intentions and interests for giving back to our communities. - [January 1, 2014](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/january-1-2014/) - Our new, state-of-the-art Corporate Campus opens in Carrollton, TX, just outside of Dallas. - [February 3, 2014](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/february-3-2014/) - Proud to start serving the people of Wilmington at our very first TitleMax® Delaware location. - [December 12, 2013](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/december-12-2013/) - West Jordan becomes the site of our initial Utah TitleMax® store. - [October 1, 2013](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/october-1-2013/) - Our Company is built around helping our communities when they need it the most - not just through alternative lending, but in any way we can. Our team members have been hosting food drives since the Company began, but in 2013, we established an official, company-wide food drive that continues to be held annually and - [August 7, 2013](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/august-7-2013/) - Coast to coast dreams come true… TitleMax® expands into Upland, making California our 14th state. - [July 1, 2013](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/july-1-2013/) - We continue growing as the doors open in Albuquerque, NM to our newest TitleMax store. - [September 12, 2008](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/september-12-2008/) - TitleMax® increases its eastern presence again - this time in Bristol, VA. - [November 1, 2010](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/november-1-2010/) - The "Lone Star State" becomes our 9th state as we open a TitleMax® in Dallas, TX. - [May 2, 2011](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/may-2-2011/) - Nevada becomes our 11th state as we open our TitleMax® doors in Las Vegas. - [March 1, 2013](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/march-1-2013/) - As our Company grew, so did our business technology demands. We moved our IT team from Alpharetta, GA to a new Corporate office near Las Colinas, TX and expanded our team to meet the changing needs of our stores and customers. - [June 15, 2011](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/june-15-2011/) - Tucson, AZ is home to our first Arizona TitleMax® location. - [April 14, 2011](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/april-14-2011/) - The TMX Finance family creates a new brand, as we open our first InstaLoan store in Pensacola, FL. - [March 1, 2011](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/march-1-2011/) - With progress at the core of our foundation, we developed our first online lending program to adapt to the changing market. - [June 1, 2009](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/june-1-2009/) - Making a bold business decision, we establish an in-house IT Department and open an office in Alpharetta, GA. - [August 23, 2007](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/august-23-2007/) - Mississippi becomes our 7th state as we open our doors to the people of Pearl, MS. - [May 15, 2007](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/may-15-2007/) - TitleMax® expands into Illinois with a trifecta of locations - one in Springfield and two in Peoria. - [February 1, 2007](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/february-1-2007/) - To support our growing footprint, we establish a fully dedicated Talent Acquisition team to find and hire the best talent. - [June 20, 2006](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/june-20-2006/) - We open our flagship Missouri location in Arnold, MO. - [May 1, 2001](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/may-1-2001/) - We build and deploy a custom Point of Sale system developed specifically for the Company. - [October 1, 2000](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/october-1-2000/) - With immense excitement and pride, we opened our first official corporate office in historic Savannah, GA. - [August 1, 2000](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/august-1-2000/) - Tennessee gets added to the footprint as Nashville welcomes its first TitleMax®. - [July 1, 2000](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/july-1-2000/) - First South Carolina store opens in the low country city of Beaufort. - [September 1, 1998](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/september-1-1998/) - Our Story Begins. Founder and current CEO, Tracy Young, opens the first TitleMax® and TitleBucks® locations in Savannah and Columbus, Georgia. - [October 1, 1998](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/timeline/october-1-1998/) - Phenix City becomes the first store in Alabama which opened very quickly after the flagship GA locations. ## Press Releases - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Ranks in the Top Ten for Three 2023 Military Friendly® Employer Designations](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-ranks-in-the-top-ten-for-three-2023-military-friendly-employer-designations/) - Savannah, Georgia (April 24, 2023) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is honored to receive three Military Friendly® Top Ten distinctions for 2023, to include being a Military Friendly® Gold Employer for the fourth consecutive year. Additionally, this is the third time the Company’s consistent commitment to hiring, retaining, and developing military talent has - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Honored Again as a VETS Indexes Recognized Employer](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-honored-again-as-a-vets-indexes-recognized-employer/) - Savannah, Georgia (April 14, 2023) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is proud to be named a VETS Indexes Recognized Employer as part of the 2023 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. This is the second time the Company has earned the distinction and is one of only 200 organizations nationwide recognized for demonstrated dedication to - [TitleMax Statement On CFPB Consent Order](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/titlemax-statement-on-cfpb-consent-order/) - Savannah, Georgia (February 2023) TMX Finance LLC, also known as TitleMax (the “Company”), entered into an agreement with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”) addressing two limited and specific components of Company operations. The agreement addresses military lending and non-file-insurance practices. The solutions established will further support the high-quality service we provide to thousands of - [The TMX Finance® Family of Companies Back-to-School Supply Drive Delivers Thousands of Supplies to Students Across the Country](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies-back-to-school-supply-drive-delivers-thousands-of-supplies-to-students-across-the-country/) - Savannah, Georgia (August 2022) – The TMX Finance® Family of Companies recently concluded their annual Back-to-School Supply Drive donating essential school supplies in the Company’s many cities of operation across the country. In a two-week donation campaign, Team Members from more than 950 store locations and two corporate offices in Savannah, GA and Carrollton, TX along with - [The TMX Finance®Family of Companies is Hosting a Nationwide National Hiring Day, Opening Doors to Rewarding Careers on August 25, 2022](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/the-tmx-financefamily-of-companies-is-hosting-a-nationwide-national-hiring-day-opening-doors-to-rewarding-careers-on-august-25-2022/) - SAVANNAH, GA (August 2022) – The TMX Finance® Family of Companies, a leading provider of consumer credit products, will host its annual National Hiring Day event on August 25, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (local time). The national event is an opportunity to meet with hiring managers, ask questions, discuss career goals, and - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Named A Hispanic/Latinos Professional Association America’s Best Places to Work for 2022](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-named-a-hispanic-latinos-professional-association-americas-best-places-to-work-for-2022/) - Savannah, Georgia (August 2022) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies announced today it is a proud recipient of the Hispanic/Latino Professional Association’s 2022 America’s Best Places to Work for Hispanics/Latinos recognition, representing our continued commitment to enriching our teams. This is the Company’s third HLPA America’s Best Places to Work designation. Each year the - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Military Care Package Drive Provides Care Items to Military Member Communities Nationwide](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-military-care-package-drive-provides-care-items-to-military-member-communities-nationwide/) - Savannah, Georgia (June 23, 2023) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies concluded their annual Military Care Package Collection Drive in May donating more than 21,750 essential care items to local military support organizations across the country. To celebrate Military Appreciation Month, Team Members from more than 950 TitleMax®, TitleBucks®, and InstaLoan® locations and two - [The TMX Finance® Family of Companies Hosting Nationwide National Hiring Day Opening Doors to Rewarding Careers on August 24, 2023](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies-hosting-nationwide-national-hiring-day-opening-doors-to-rewarding-careers-on-august-24-2023/) - Savannah, Georgia (August 2023) – The TMX Finance® Family of Companies, a leading provider of consumer credit products, will host its annual National Hiring Day event on August 24, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (local time). The national event is an opportunity to meet with hiring managers, ask questions, discuss career goals, and - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies is a Four-Time Hispanic/Latino Professional Association’s America’s Best Places to Work Award Recipient](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-is-a-four-time-hispanic-latino-professional-associations-americas-best-places-to-work-award-recipient/) - Savannah, Georgia (August 2023) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies, one of the largest consumer specialty finance companies in the United States, is proud to be recognized as a Hispanic/Latino Professional Association’s 2023 America’s Best Places to Work for Hispanics/Latinos for the third consecutive year. This is also the Company’s fourth designation in five - [CFPB and the TMX Finance® Family of Companies Agreement: Customer FAQs](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/cfpb-and-the-tmx-finance-family-of-companies-agreement-customer-faqs/) - The TMX Finance® Family of Companies provides consumer credit products under the TitleMax®, TitleBucks®, and InstaLoan® brands. Since 1998, we have provided access to credit for consumers who are underserved by traditional lenders. - [The TMX Finance® Family of Companies 2022 Organization Overview](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/7364/) - ABOUT THE TMX FINANCE® FAMILY OF COMPANIES We Help People. It's what our business was built on and it's what we do every day. We strive to create new and better opportunities for our customers, our Team Members, and our communities by delivering outstanding services, continuous innovation, and exceptional experiences. The TMX Finance® Family of - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Earns Three Military Friendly® Employer Designations for 2022](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-earns-three-military-friendly-employer-designations-for-2022/) - Savannah, Georgia (March 2022) — The TMX Finance® Family of Companies announced today it is a Military Friendly® Gold Employer for the third consecutive year, representing what it means to be “Better for Veterans; Better for America.” In addition to earning the prestigious Gold Employer distinction, the Company has also earned recognition as a Military - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Honored as a VETS Indexes Recognized Employer](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-honored-as-a-vets-indexes-recognized-employer/) - Savannah, Georgia (May 20, 2021)— The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is proud to announce they have earned the designation as a VETS Indexes Recognized Employer, as part of the 2021 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. The award recognizes the organization’s commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing, and supporting veteran employees and others in the military-connected - [COVID-19 CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: PROTECTING OUR TEAM MEMBERS AND CUSTOMERS](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/covid-19-coronavirus-update-protecting-our-team-members-and-customers/) - A MESSAGE FROM THE TMX FINANCE® FAMILY OF COMPANIES PRESIDENT, OTTO BIELSS The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is committed to staying connected with you as we navigate the effects of COVID-19 and take the necessary precautions to limit the spread of germs in our store locations. We are constantly monitoring and keeping up with - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Earns 2021 Top Ten Gold Military Friendly® Employer Designation](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-earns-2021-top-ten-gold-military-friendly-employer-designation/) - Savannah, Georgia (September 2020)— The TMX Finance® Family of Companies announced today it is a 2021 Top Ten Gold Military Friendly® Employer, representing what it means to be “Better for Veterans and Better for America.” This is the second year in a row for the top ten honor ranking and the third year in a - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Joins National Time to Vote Movement Ahead of the 2020 Election Cycle](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-joins-national-time-to-vote-movement-ahead-of-the-2020-election-cycle/) - Savannah, GA (October 2020) – The TMX Finance® Family of Companies is proud to join the nationwide Time to Vote movement, along with more than 1,700 national and local companies. The Company recognizes the importance of our Team Members exercising their right to vote and understands the impact candidates elected to office have on the - [TMX Finance® Family of Companies Earns 2020 Top Ten Military Friendly® Employer Designation](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/press-releases/tmx-finance-family-of-companies-earns-2020-top-ten-military-friendly-employer-designation/) - Savannah, Georgia (August, 2019)— TMX Finance® Family of Companies announced today that it has earned recognition as a 2020 Top Ten Military Friendly® Employer. Companies that have earned this designation are deemed to have exceptionally strong hiring programs and meaningful careers for transitioning service members, veterans, and spouses. 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[National Hiring Day](https://www.tmxfinancefamily.com/tmx-talks-tags/national-hiring-day/)