The Coastal Bank Hires Jeremy Summerell as Stephenson Avenue Branch Manager

June 25, 2010 - PRLog -- SAVANNAH, Ga. – The Coastal Bank is pleased to announce that Jeremy Summerell recently joined the bank as the new Branch Manager of the Stephenson Avenue office. In his new position, Summerell oversees all retail and business banking at the Stephenson Avenue office, including the continued growth of outside sales and deposit base.

“The Coastal Bank has always made a conscious effort to team up with only the most qualified industry leaders,” said Tom Wiley, chairman, president and CEO of The Coastal Bank and Coastal Bankshares, Inc. “Jeremy’s banking expertise, youthful vigor and sharp business management skills are sure to enhance the success of our busy Stephenson Avenue office.”  

Prior to joining The Coastal Bank, Summerell served as a personal banker for Wachovia Bank for five years, until the recent merger with Wells Fargo Bank. A natural leader, Summerell’s responsibilities included consistent positive customer interactions, developing both daily and long term investment solutions, as well as growing the deposit base in a challenging rate environment. Summerell was among the top WBNA retail bankers in small business deposits and loans for four consecutive years.

“I am looking forward to growing our office’s profitability and market share,” said Summerell. “I hope to lead by example by bringing an unfailing level of integrity to my job and an uncompromising commitment to Coastal Bank customers.”

A Savannah native, Summerell graduated from the College of Charleston with a B.S. in Political Science, specializing in U.S. Government and Foreign Policy. He currently resides in Savannah with his wife, Renee, and their son, Finn.

ABOUT THE COASTAL BANK:
Locally owned and operated, The Coastal Bank provides a full range of financial services, specializing in small business, consumer banking and real estate lending. Headquartered on Johnson Square in Savannah, this successful community bank has been serving the greater Savannah area since 1954. The Coastal Bank has an operations center in Pooler and branches throughout coastal Georgia. For more information about The Coastal Bank, please call (912) 201-4934 or visit www.thecoastalbank.com online.

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