“We are pleased to add a talented individual like Jeremy to our team,” said Emory Singletary, SmartBank Senior Vice President, Market Executive for Panama City and Tallahassee. “His experience in commercial lending and construction coupled with his familiarity with the Panama City market will be of great value to our team and our continued growth in Florida.”
Bennett has more than 10 years of prior banking experience from his work with Vision Bank/Centennial Bank, where he served as vice president of commercial lending. His areas of expertise include managing commercial loan portfolios, construction lending, project analysis, and appraisal reviews.
“Joining SmartBank represents a wonderful opportunity for me,” said Bennett. “SmartBank has a great reputation as a strong community bank and I look forward to ensuring that we continue to deliver the high-quality banking products and services that our clients depend on.”
Bennett received his undergraduate degree in business administration from Troy State University in 2005.
For more information on SmartBank, visit www.smartbank.com.
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About SmartBank:
SmartBank is a full-service commercial bank founded in 2007, with 29 branches and two loan production offices spanning Tennessee, Alabama and the Florida Panhandle. Recruiting the best people, delivering exceptional client service, strategic branching and a disciplined approach to lending have contributed to SmartBank’s success.
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