Bank of Tennessee Welcomes Richard Stone as President – Middle Tennessee

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Bank of Tennessee is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Stone as President of the Middle Tennessee market, effective immediately. Stone brings more than 20 years of banking and financial services experience to the role, and is recognized for his innovative leadership, deep community engagement, and commitment to delivering tailored banking solutions. Over his career, Stone has spearheaded numerous regional growth initiatives and is known for fostering collaborative teams dedicated to excellence.

As President – Middle Tennessee, Stone will oversee all aspects of Bank of Tennessee’s operations and growth strategy in the region, including branch network management, commercial lending, and community partnerships.

“We are thrilled to welcome Richard Stone to our team as the new Middle Tennessee President,” said Will Barrett, President and CEO of Bank of Tennessee. “Richard’s deep roots in the community and proven leadership will be invaluable as we continue to expand our commitment to serving the people and businesses of Middle Tennessee. We look forward to the positive impact he will make on our customers and our organization.”

Prior to joining Bank of Tennessee, Stone served in executive leadership roles at several prominent financial institutions, where he led major business development efforts, launched innovative lending products, and built lasting partnerships with commercial and nonprofit clients. He is a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University with undergraduate and graduate degrees in business and financial economics. Stone is an active board member of STARS Nashville, trustee for the Murfreesboro Community Investment Trust, a member of the Rotary Club of Nashville, supports the many local Chambers of Commerce, and volunteers regularly with youth education and economic empowerment initiatives throughout the community.

“I am honored to join Bank of Tennessee and to lead the Middle Tennessee market. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented team dedicated to delivering personalized financial solutions that help our clients and communities thrive. I look forward to building lasting relationships and driving growth throughout Middle Tennessee,” said Richard Stone.

ABOUT BANK OF TENNESSEE

Bank of Tennessee is a locally owned community bank headquartered in East Tennessee with $1.8 billion in assets. For more information, visit www.bankoftennessee.com or call (866) 378.9500. Member FDIC.