The Trust Company of Tennessee promotes Matthias and Chavez, adds Berkley and Hodge

The Trust Company of Tennessee has promoted Dalia Matthias to vice president and specialty trust director and elevated Justin Chavez to customer service manager. Additionally, Vanessa Berkley and Will Hodge have joined the firm as client specialists. 

Founded in 1987 and with offices in Chattanooga, Knoxville and the Tri-Cities, The Trust Company of Tennessee currently has more than $5 billion under management. The firm helps individuals, families, business owners and nonprofits make better financial decisions through wealth management, personal investment strategy, corporate retirement plans, estate planning, personal trust and nonprofit investing services.

“To add exceptional talent from outside our firm while developing team members for expanded positions within it are both exciting ways to see our team and company grow,” said Daniel Carter, president of The Trust Company of Tennessee. “I send a warm welcome to Vanessa and Will and a hearty congratulations to Dalia and Justin.”

Matthias joined The Trust Company of Tennessee in 2022 as vice president and senior trust officer. Her passion for service and advocacy is reflected in her work, including extensive experience in trust administration and serving negligently injured individuals and their families with a focus on special needs trusts. 

Chavez joined the firm in 2024 and has quickly progressed from customer service team lead, drawing on his experience in coaching and engaging teams, to move into a manager position within the customer service team.

Berkley will help clients improve their financial well-being by finding strategic ways to build and enjoy wealth while building a family legacy. She earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in marketing from The University of Tennessee. She previously served in client specialist and senior relationship banker roles. She is a member of The University of Tennessee Haslam College of Business MBA Advisory Council. 

Hodge will support both internal and external clients to create seamless experiences. He earned a bachelor’s degree in communications and religion and a Master of Arts in Applied Theology (MAAT) from Carson-Newman University. He has served as an account manager in the insurance industry and has experience in the nonprofit sector. 

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

About The Trust Company of Tennessee

Founded in 1987 by Sharon J. Pryse, The Trust Company of Tennessee is a state-chartered trust company with more than $5 billion under management and more than 100 employees. Based in Knoxville, the firm also has offices in Chattanooga and the Tri-Cities. The company helps individuals, families, business owners and nonprofits make better financial decisions through wealth management, corporate retirement, personal trust and nonprofit investing services. For more information, visit thetrust.com.