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Mountain Community Bank Opens New Boone Branch, Welcomes Rose Etta Greene as Branch Manager
Mountain Community Bank is excited to announce the opening of its new branch in Boone, North Carolina. The Boone Branch will be led by Rose Etta Greene, who joins the bank as the Branch Manager and Vice President.
With an impressive career spanning over three decades, Rose Etta Greene brings extensive banking experience and a passion for community service to her new role.
Welcome Michael Saporito II as Senior Vice President, Relationship Manager
Bank of Tennessee welcomes Michael Saporito, II, as its new Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager. With over 15 years of experience, he brings valuable skills to the role.
Michael began his career in 2007 and focused on building client relationships and promoting growth. A graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, he is committed to his community and has served on several local boards, including the Boys and Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley and the East Tennessee Kidney Foundation.
Announcing Leadership Transition in Knoxville
Bank of Tennessee is announcing the retirement of David Haynes, the President of their Knoxville market, effective October 11, 2024. Haynes has played a crucial role in establishing the bank’s strong presence in Knoxville and will transition to a consultancy role focused on management transition and customer retention.
In light of Haynes’ retirement, Bank of Tennessee is pleased to appoint Jared Palazzola as the new President of the Knoxville branch, effective October 14, 2024. Palazzola, who has been an integral part of the Bank of Tennessee team for over seven years under Haynes’ mentorship, is well-prepared to lead the Knoxville market into its next phase of diversification and growth.
Proudly Welcoming New Relationship Manager, Jared Powelson
Bank of Tennessee is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jared Powelson as the new Relationship Manager in Hendersonville, Tennessee. With a stellar track record and extensive experience in business banking, Jared is set to help Bank of Tennessee’s efforts in strengthening client relationships and expanding the bank’s portfolio in the region.
Jared brings over 17 years of banking experience to the team, predominantly in business banking roles that have honed his skills in client acquisition, portfolio growth, and team leadership.
Welcoming Bill Wehby as Director of Mortgage Sales and Production
In a significant move to bolster its Retail Mortgage Lending Division, the Bank of Tennessee is thrilled to announce the appointment of Bill Wehby as the new Director of Sales and Production. With a career spanning over three decades in the mortgage industry, Wehby brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to the team.
A resident of Middle Tennessee, Bill Wehby has built a formidable reputation in the mortgage sector, having worked in various capacities that range from retail team leadership to senior vice president roles at notable institutions.
Announcing Jeff Jones Joining the Executive Leadership Team
Will Barrett, President and CEO of Bank of Tennessee and its divisions confirmed a significant addition to the bank’s leadership team. Jeff Jones, widely acclaimed for his business acumen in the Northeast Tennessee region, has been appointed Executive Vice President.
Jones, renowned for his leadership qualities, customer service expertise, and operational excellence, brings nearly four decades of invaluable experience to the table. His impressive career trajectory includes a defining tenure at Citigroup, where he was responsible for a team of over 3,000 employees and managed partnerships with over 30 retail entities, collectively serving a customer base exceeding 90 million.
Brian Ballard named Chief Banking Officer
Bank of Tennessee has named veteran banker Brian Ballard as its Chief Banking Officer. In his new role, Brian will be responsible for significant contributions to the strategic planning and direction of the bank.
Brian has more than 30 years of experience in multiple roles with First Bank Holding Company, one of America’s best-performing and largest privately held banks in America. Most recently serving as the bank’s Chief Credit Officer, Brian led a team of more than 450 team members, processing more than $8 billion in loan originations annually for the $26 billion regional bank based in Colorado.
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