ServisFirst Huntsville announces new First Vice President, Mortgage Production Manager

HUNTSVILLE, AL – ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), announced the addition of Tammy McCurry as First Vice President, Mortgage Production Manager for the ServisFirst Bank Huntsville region. “We are thrilled to welcome Tammy to the team. Her dedication and wealth of experience in guiding homeowners through the mortgage lending process makes her an ideal […]

Southern States boosts assets to $2.3B will acquisition of CBB Bancorp

Southern States Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SSBK) and CBB Bancorp have officially announced their merger agreement. Under this agreement, Southern States will acquire CBB Bancorp, integrating it into its operations. Following the completion of the merger, Southern States will emerge as the surviving entity, absorbing CBB Bancorp and its subsidiary, Century Bank of Georgia, into its […]

The Beach Company unveils Merit Bank’s new headquarters at The Range

The Beach Company has officially completed Merit Bank’s newest location at The Range, a commercial office building situated at Huntsville’s western gateway on Governors Drive. Serving as the anchor tenant since its announcement in early 2023, Merit Bank, a full-service bank headquartered in Huntsville, offers a comprehensive suite of commercial, consumer, and private banking services, […]

Bank Independent announces new addition to North Alabama leadership

Bank Independent announced yesterday that Mallory Murphy has returned as Mortgage Originator for the Shoals area. In this role, Murphy will leverage her mortgage industry knowledge and passion for service to build relationships and create an exceptional home financing experience. “We’re thrilled to welcome Mallory back to the Bank Independent team,” said Amy Henry, Senior […]

First Horizon announces Brian Daniels as Senior Vice President over Huntsville Market

First Horizon Corporation (NYSE: FHN or “First Horizon”) announced that Brian Daniels joins First Horizon as Senior Vice President, Commercial Banking Group Manager. In this role, Daniels is responsible for managing the Commercial Banking team in addition to developing and generating new business relationships. Daniels will primarily focus on growth of the Hunstville market and […]

Bank Independent announces 2023 Toy Drive record results

The 13th annual Bank Independent Toy Share Drive collected 3,517 toys and $2,519.16 in cash between November 6th and December 8th. All donations were distributed to local children in need through partner organizations across North Alabama in time for the holidays. Toy Share is the last of four annual Share drives hosted by Bank Independent […]

Bank Independent promotes new Business Development Officer for Madison market

Bank Independent announced the promotion of Kris Bell to Business Development Officer for Madison County. “The creation of the Business Development Officer role demonstrates our commitment to meeting deposit demand through relationship-based business development,” Bank Independent CEO Rick Wardlaw said. “As Business Development Officer, Kris will serve as an ambassador of the bank’s mission, vision, and values within the […]

Bank Independent announces new Recruitment Coordinator

Bank Independent announced the appointment of  Blake Hudson to the role of Recruitment Coordinator for the bank’s Human Resources team. Hudson will report to Human Resources Manager Justin Low and lead recruitment efforts to support the bank’s vision to be the employer of choice in the communities we serve. “We’re thrilled to welcome Blake into […]

Huntsville’s job creation numbers supporting Commercial Real Estate through rising interest rates

It has been fairly well documented this year how rising interest rates have affected the housing markets in the Huntsville area compared to nationwide trends. However, what effect are these rates having on the commercial development side of the real estate sphere?  To answer this question, the Huntsville Business Journal talked to local experts while […]

Bank Independent announces new promotion aimed at enhancing customer relations

Bank Independent has announced the promotion of Jennifer Smith to Business Development Officer for Lawrence, Limestone and Morgan counties. “We are dedicated to fulfilling our customers’ banking needs by cultivating meaningful partnerships,” said Rick Wardlaw, CEO of Bank Independent. “In her new role as Business Development Officer, Jennifer will represent our bank’s brand in the communities […]