Tennessee AFL-CIO
 

Eddie Bryan, Secretary-Treasurer

(Communications Workers)

Career Background
Eddie Bryan was first elected Secretary-Treasurer of the Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council in 1981. He has been re-elected to a new term in in each subsequent election.
Eddie began his career working in Nashville as an installer and repairman for South Central Bell. He is a member of CWA Local 3808.
From 1975-1979, Eddie served as the Deputy Commissioner of Labor for the Tennessee Department of Labor. Throughout his career, Eddie has served on various community and government boards and commissions, including:

  • Labor Liaison, Nashville Area United Way.
  • Former Member, Citizens Advisory Committee, Metro Urban Development Commission.
  • Former Member, Tennessee Conference of Social Welfare.
  • Former Member, Veterans Administration Volunteer Services Committee.
  • Former Chairman, Board of Directors, CWA Plaza Apartments.
  • Served on Metro Transit Authority Board for 5 years (1981-1986).
  • Former Board Member, American Red Cross, Nashville.
  • Former Member, Public Service Advisory Committee, Tennessee State University.
  • Former Board and Executive Committee Member, United Way of Nashville.
  • Former Commissioner, Davidson County Election Commission.
  • Served 2 terms as foreman of Grand Jury.
  • Presently serves on Jury Commission.
  • Member of the Metro Parks and Recreation Board since August 1994.
  • Appointed July 1998 to Tennessee Lawyers Fund for Client Protection.
Education
Graduated in 1954 from Hume-Fogg High School, Nashville where he served as co-captain of the football team for 3 years. Completed 24 hours credit at University of Tennessee at Nashville.
Professional, Business and Civic Activities
  • Member, Observance Lodge 686.
  • Member, 32 Degree Scottish Rite Mason.
  • Member, Director's Staff. Al Menah Temple.
  • Past President and Founder, Music City Golf Association.
  • Member, Capital City Golf Association.
  • Treasurer, Music City Fishing Club.
  • Served 2 years as Machinists Mate 3rd Class in the U.S. Navy.
Personal Information
Born December 8, 1932, Eddie has one daughter and two grandchildren. He is married to Mary Kavanaugh.
Job Responsibilities
The Secretary-Treasurer of the Tennessee AFL-CIO Labor Council is the custodian of the records and files of the Council. He keeps a correct record of the proceedings of the conventions and of the General Executive Board. He receives and disburses all funds and also maintains proper and adequate financial records to show the standing of all affiliated organizations of the source and disposition of all funds in his care. He prepares an annual budget based on the anticipated income of the Council and submits the budget to the Executive Board for approval.