SmartFinancial Inc.

11/19/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/19/2024 10:23

SMARTBANK WELCOMES MIKE THOMAS AS REGIONAL RETAIL MANAGER


Knoxville, TN - SmartBank is pleased to announce that Mike Thomas has joined its Knoxville team as Vice President, Regional Retail Manager. In this role, Mike will oversee retail banking operations across SmartBank's East Tennessee market.

"Mike is an accomplished and influential leader in the banking industry, bringing over two decades of expertise to SmartBank," said Billy Carroll, CEO of SmartBank. "His proven track record in driving team success, fostering client relationships, and elevating service standards aligns perfectly with our ambitious growth goals. We're thrilled to have him on board as we accelerate our market expansion and deliver unparalleled value to our clients."

Before joining SmartBank, Thomas led a team of over 80 employees across 20 banking centers in his role as Senior Vice President, Retail Market Manager. He consistently exceeded key performance goals and received numerous accolades, including Leadership and Excellence awards.

"Joining SmartBank is an exciting opportunity to continue delivering top-tier financial services while fostering a culture of growth within the team," said Thomas. "SmartBank's focus on innovation and client service aligns perfectly with my approach to banking. I'm honored to join this dynamic team and look forward to expanding our footprint and enhancing service to our clients."

Thomas earned his degree from Tennessee Technological University and studied Organizational Leadership at Southern New Hampshire University. A graduate of the Emerging Leaders Program, he also completed advanced negotiation training at Harvard University and is currently Vice President of his 2026 class at the Graduate School of Banking at LSU.

Thomas is active in his community, serving as Treasurer and President of the Palisades Men's Golf Association Board. He is committed to fostering professional growth and a value-driven culture within his teams.

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About SmartBank
Founded in 2007, SmartBank is a full-service commercial bank providing banking, investment, insurance, and mortgage financial services, with 42 branches spanning Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida. Recruiting the best people, delivering exceptional client service, strategic branching and a disciplined approach to lending have contributed to SmartBank's success. For more information on SmartBank, visit www.smartbank.com.