Bryant Bank has announced the promotion of Mike Johnston to Huntsville City President. Mike will oversee Bryant Bank’s operations and strategic initiatives for the city of Huntsville.

“Mike has been an instrumental part of Bryant Bank’s success since our inception in Huntsville,” says Ken Watson, Bryant Bank North Alabama Market Leader. “With 28 years of banking experience and a deep commitment to our community, Mike embodies the leadership and vision that have been critical to our growth. His expertise, particularly in relationship banking and strategic planning, makes him the ideal leader for our Huntsville team.”

With a Mechanical Engineering degree and MBA from Auburn University, and having completed the Graduate School of Banking at LSU in 2003, Mike represents a unique group of bankers that drive innovation in community banking.

Beyond his professional achievements, Mike is deeply engaged in the Huntsville community. He currently serves as President-elect of the Huntsville Rotary Club and is actively involved with the North/Central Alabama Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program, which is hosted annually in Huntsville. His board leadership with the Arc of Madison County, Northeast Alabama Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and service as a Trustee of Rivertree Church underscore his commitment to local community development.

“As Huntsville City President, I am excited to lead Bryant Bank’s commitment to one of Alabama’s most unique markets,” Mike said. “With Huntsville experiencing unprecedented growth as the fastest-growing area in Alabama, we have a remarkable opportunity to support the innovators, entrepreneurs, and families driving our community’s transformation. Bryant Bank has always been about more than just banking—we’re about fueling the economic potential of a community that’s reshaping Alabama’s future.”