FirstBank Recognized by American Banker as Best Bank to Work for in 2022

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FirstBank has been named one of the 2022 Best Banks to Work For by American Banker for the third consecutive year. American Banker has partnered with Best Companies Group to identify banks that excel at creating positive and supportive workplaces for employees. Nashville-based FirstBank is the third largest Tennessee-headquartered bank, with 83 full-service branches across Tennessee, South Central Kentucky, Alabama and North Georgia, and a national […]

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Bank Independent Hires Rockhill

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Bank Independent recently announced the hiring of Nick Rockhill as a VP Sales Officer in Madison County. Rockhill has over 10 years of experience in the banking industry. He has served on the Retail Banking side for about five years where he served various roles from Customer Sales/Relationship Banking to Management of a Retail Sales Office. After serving […]

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Understanding Key Differences in Banks vs Credit Unions

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As a business owner, it’s imperative to have a financial account to manage your business-related income and expenses that is separate from your personal account. Some business owners choose the same institution where they manage their personal finances, but it’s important to explore all options and this includes the various Huntsville city credit unions.  Before […]

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Bank Independent Honors Athens State Recipients of Mauldin Scholarship

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Two Athens State University students were among ten local recipients of the 2022/2023 Edward Fennel Mauldin Endowed Scholarship awarded through Bank Independent. They were recognized at a reception held in their honor at Founders Hall on the Athens State Campus on October 13th with guests from Bank Independent and Athens State.   The Edward Fennel Mauldin […]

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Bank Independent Celebrates Groundbreaking For Fifth Madison County Location

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October 11 marked a new milestone for Sheffield-based Bank Independent with the groundbreaking celebration for its fifth Madison County location, located at 9101 Memorial Parkway SW.  “Today marks another milestone in the bank’s legacy for service, growth, and commitment to the communities we serve,” said Bank Independent Huntsville City President, DeMarco McClain. “We’re beginning construction […]

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Justin Low Joins Bank Independent as HR Manager

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Bank Independent is pleased to announce the hiring of Justin Low as the organization’s Human Resources Manager. Low joins the bank after spending the past five years as the Director of Human Resources for the Marriott Shoals Hotel and Spa. He was responsible for the oversight and direction of 270 employees. He also served on […]

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Corporate Tax Season is Here: Are You Prepared?

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For business owners in Huntsville and beyond, tax season is likely high on their list of priorities right now as the end of year quickly approaches. The Huntsville Business Journal recently met with Huntsville CPA Jared Sharp of Warren Averett to discuss recent developments and pro tips for businesses as they enter the year-end planning […]

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FirstBank Expands Its Footprint With a New Branch in Huntsville

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HUNTSVILLE, AL – FirstBank announced the opening of a new branch in Huntsville, Alabama. The Providence branch in the MidCity area marks the bank’s fourth location in the state. The new branch will be a full-service bank with an ATM and instant issue debit card machine. Mortgage and investment services will also be available at this […]

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Community Foundation CEO earns prestigious accreditation

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HUNTSVILLE, AL – Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville CEO and President Melissa Thompson recently received the prestigious recognition of Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® designation by The American College of Financial Services. The Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) designation is a certification ensuring that its recipients share a common body of knowledge to collaborate effectively with […]

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ServisFirst Bank Huntsville Promotes Emily Frazier  to Vice President, Credit Officer

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  ServisFirst Bank announces the promotion of Emily Frazier to Vice President, Credit Officer for ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “Emily is one of our original team members who started with us sixteen years ago and helped with our initial capital raise and office set-up months before we even opened the doors to our Huntsville bank,” states Andy Kattos, […]

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