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Gary has over 30 years of experience in the financial industry and has spent much of that time successfully establishing and renovating Commercial Banking divisions for community banks. He holds vast experience in executive management, commercial banking management, credit administration, new business production, relationship management, and commercial deposit product development and management. A superior client experience along with exceptionally strong credit portfolio profiles have been hallmarks of his leadership.

Gary earned his BS in Finance and Economics from Virginia Tech. He currently sits on the Boards of the local Chamber RVA, Chesterfield Business Council, Virginia Rep (Barsdale Theatre), Family Lifeline, Risk Management Association, Midlothian YMCA, Cal Ripkin Sr. Foundation, and the Richmond Ballpark Initiative.

Christie has over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. In addition to finance, Christie’s professional background includes managerial experience, customer service, business development, lending expertise in consumer and business, and financial counseling for product awareness to members regarding their business needs. At Farm Bureau Bank, her role is to promote corporate member engagement, business and consumer membership and growth, and to create a strong relationship for our clients.

Christie earned her second BS in Business Administration with an emphasis in management and operations from the University of Phoenix and is a graduate of the Reno and Sparks Chamber leadership program. She is a member of the Reno Central Rotary Club and Advisory Council for the Boys and Girls of Western Nevada. Christie holds a number of board positions, including the Foundation of Board of Trustees for Western Nevada College, and is the VP of Sponsorship for Western Industrial Nevada.  In addition, she is an Ambassador for the Reno and Sparks Chamber of Commerce and an active member of the Carson Valley and Carson City Chamber.

Heather joined the financial industry in 2001 as a Recruiting Coordinator for Bank of America. Prior to joining Farm Bureau Bank, she worked at RBFCU as a Commercial Lending Associate and has also opened up two small businesses in the last few years. Now as a Relationship Banking Manager, Heather is providing superb customer service to her clients where her passion and knowledge in the financial industry shine through. 

Heather earned her undergraduate degree from Austin Peay State University and is currently enrolled at the University of Incarnate Word. She is actively involved in several charities such as the Ronald McDonald House, is a Wish Granter for Make-A-Wish, serves as a committee member for Elf Louise, and more. 

Eric has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry and joined the bank as part of our Commercial Banking department serving the Northeast Georgia market. Prior to joining the Farm Bureau Bank team, he worked at Banksouth as a Market President and Commercial Relationship Manager. Eric is experienced in working closely with his clients to help them meet their financial goals with custom commercial banking solutions tailored to their business needs.

Eric earned his BA in Economics from East Tennessee State University and received his diploma from the Virginia Bankers Association School of Bank Management at the University of Virginia. He is actively involved as a board member for the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce and the St. Mary’s Health System at Highland Hills Village. He was also a past board member for the Southern Appalachian Ronald McDonald House, a past member of the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce, and past classroom mentor for the Junior Achievement Program in Johnson City, Tennessee.

Jose joined the bank with over 20 years of experience in leadership, cash management, banking, lending, and Treasury Management. Prior to joining the Farm Bureau Bank team, he served as the Business Services Manager at Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union [RBFCU] where he was also a Business Loan Officer, former Toastmasters Club President, and member of the inaugural Diversity Council. Jose believes in the importance of relationships and is a servant-leader at heart.

Jose graduated from Texas State University with a BA in Economics.

Scott has over 24 years of experience in the banking industry and joined the bank as part of our Commercial Banking department serving the Western Virginia market. Prior to joining the Farm Bureau Bank team, he worked at Hometrust Bank as the VP and Senior Business Banking Officer. As the Western Virginia Market Executive, Scott is committed to developing strong relationships and providing personalized service for our clients.

Scott earned his BS in Business Administration from Longwood University. He currently serves as Board chair of the Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Virginia, where he has held numerous positions throughout his 15 years of support and has served on the Board of Directors for Junior Achievement and Roanoke Valley Youth Soccer. He also serves as Head Coach of women’s soccer at Northside High School.

Andrea has over 25 years of experience in the banking industry including branch management, business development, financial consulting, training, and 15 years in Treasury Services. As the Treasury Solutions Manager, Andrea is committed to collaborating with businesses to understand their needs and ensuring our suite of Treasury products meets and exceeds those needs.

Andrea attended community college in San Diego and traveled around the world in her youth. She has served as a founder and Co-Chair of the Rockland Trust Women of Action Committee, Business Development Chair on the United Arts Council of Raleigh, was an active Rotarian, and has served as a volunteer for The Friendship Home, Dress for Success, and Special Olympics.

Lisa has over 30 years of experience in the financial industry and joined the bank as part of our Commercial Banking department serving the Northwest Georgia market. Prior to joining the Farm Bureau Bank team, she worked at Credit Union of Georgia as a Business Relationship Manager. Lisa is committed to building strong relationships with our clients and providing tailored commercial banking solutions for their businesses.

Lisa earned her BA in Organizational Management and Leadership from Reinhardt University. She is actively involved in the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce, a current member of the Woodstock Business Club and IN WDSTK. She was also a past board member for the Bethesda Community Clinic, a past secretary for the Towne Lake Business Club and past Treasurer for the Woodstock Midday Optimist Club. 

Dave has been working in the financial services industry for over 20 years and joined the bank as part of our Commercial Banking team serving the Eastern North Carolina market. Prior to joining the bank, he worked at First Bank as an Area Executive and Senior Vice President. Dave has managed both retail and commercial teams across 6 branches and has experience developing meaningful relationship with businesses of many sizes.

Dave earned his BA in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. He has been an active member in his community where he served as a board member for schools in Brunswick County and worked to get residents and businesses involved with supporting local schools and the needs of their students. He also served as a board member on the Brunswick Community College Foundation Board, where he helped raise funds to support scholarships and other opportunities to make college more accessible for local students.

Tonya has worked in the financial industry for 30 years. As the Nevada Relationship Manager for Farm Bureau Bank, she will dedicate herself to providing her clientèle and community an exceptional service and deepening the relationship with the bank.

Her professional background includes business development, being an indirect advisor and lending expertise in consumer and mortgage loans. Tonya is also active in the community attending local events from different organizations.

Thelma has over 15 years of experience in the banking industry. Prior to joining Farm Bureau Bank, she worked her way up from a Retail Banker to Assistant Branch Manager to Branch Manager at Woodforest National Bank. Now as a Relationship Banking Manager, Thelma is dedicated to providing personalized one-on-one service with her clients to ensure their banking needs are handled with ease.

Thelma earned her BBA in Business Management from Sam Houston State in Huntsville, Texas.

Chad joined the bank as part of our Commercial Banking department serving Western North Carolina.  With over 22 years of experience in the banking industry, he has strong analytical skills in corporate finance with the ability to understand the challenges businesses face throughout the operating cycle.  Prior to joining Farm Bureau Bank, he worked at First Citizens Bank as the VP of Business Banking. As the Western North Carolina Market Executive, Chad is committed to the communities we serve and focused on providing the absolute best client experience available. He is passionate about delivering tailored solutions for our clients to grow revenues and achieve a greater success.

Chad earned his MBA in Finance from the University of Georgia, Terry College of Business.  He is currently a board member of Irene Wortham Center formerly serving as board chair and also serves on an advisory board for the athletic department of the University of North Carolina Asheville.  

Amber has over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining Farm Bureau Bank, Amber was a VP/Branch Manager at Wells Fargo and Meadows Bank and served in various leadership positions related to consumer and business lending.

Amber attended Truckee Meadows College where she studied Business Management, and she holds multiple financial management certifications. As an involved member of her community, Amber provides humanitarian services through her Rotarian membership, serves as an Ambassador for the Reno/Sparks Chamber of Commerce, and has served on the board of CARE Chest of Sierra Nevada.