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North State Bank promoted Emily Molgaard to commercial loan portfolio manager for its West Raleigh office, announced Amanda M. Lloyd, executive vice president and chief people officer. In this position, Molgaard will help businesses along the burgeoning Blue Ridge Corridor access the funding they need to grow and expand.

North State Bank named Jonathan Racine as assistant vice president and relationship banking manager for its Downtown Raleigh office, announced Amanda M. Lloyd, executive vice president and chief people officer. In this position, Racine will develop and enhance loan and deposit relationships with existing and prospective customers and also will oversee office operations. 

In its 21^st year, North State Bank’s Summer Salute for Transitions LifeCare raised $115,000, bringing the event’s lifetime donation to over $2.4 million. Funds are raised through sponsorships, ticket sales, raffles, live and silent auctions, and donations.

Ryan Fricke has joined North State Bank as commercial loan portfolio manager for its Specialized Lending Group (SLG) division, announced Jonathan E. Hand, senior vice president for the Bank and president of the SLG division. SLG offers lending solutions to area home builders, supporting new home construction in the Triangle. In his position, Fricke will manage and monitor a portfolio of SLG’s commercial loans.

North State Bank promoted Jeremy Lambert to relationship banking manager for its North Hills office, announced Amanda M. Lloyd, executive vice president and chief people officer. In this position, Lambert’s focus will be on developing and enhancing loan and deposit relationships with existing and prospective customers, as well as overseeing office operations. 

North State Bank named Eva Kang as vice president and commercial banker for Downtown Raleigh, announced Amanda M. Lloyd, executive vice president and chief people officer. In this position, Kang will develop and grow business customer relationships, including loans and deposits, as well as digital and other services.

North State Bank named Brittany Moore a commercial loan portfolio manager for the Bank’s Downtown Raleigh office, announced Amanda Lloyd, North State Bank executive vice president and chief people officer. Moore will help businesses access the funding they need to start or grow their company.

North State Bank Promotes Kerith Shimkus

North State Bank has promoted Kerith "Keri" Shimkus to credit administration officer, announced Brian S. Hedges, North State Bank executive vice president and chief credit officer. Shimkus will ensure the Bank's loan review and processing systems are efficient, thorough, and compliant.

North State Bank promoted Senior Vice President Kelly Arrington to chief risk officer, announced Amanda Lloyd, executive vice president and chief people officer. In this role, she will direct the Bank's efforts to prevent, identify, analyze, and mitigate risks that pose a potential internal or external threat to the Bank and its customers. 

North State Bank celebrated the completion of its new West Raleigh office building with a ribbon cutting ceremony, followed by an open house and luncheon, announced President and CEO Larry D. Barbour. The new 31,000-square-foot building is located at 2413 Blue Ridge Road, the site of the Bank’s former office, which opened in 2004.

Jochen Schwarz joined North State as a commercial banker for the Downtown Raleigh office, announced Amanda Lloyd, executive vice president and chief people officer. In this role, Schwarz will collaborate with businesses to provide banking services to support their success and growth.

North State Bank was named one of the “2023 Best Places to Work” by the Triangle Business Journal. This award comes on the heels of being named one of the top employers in the state for the third consecutive year by Business North Carolina.

North State Bank’s Summer Salute Reports Banner Year as it Celebrates its 20th Anniversary and Donates $175,000 to Transitions LifeCare

North State Bank named John Hanlon as a vice president and Small Business Administration (SBA) business development officer, announced Director of Government Lending Marty Ferguson. Hanlon will work with entrepreneurs and business owners throughout the country to utilize SBA lending programs.

North State Bank was named one of the 2023 Best Employers in North Carolina by Business North Carolina, announced Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer Amanda Lloyd. The Bank placed third in the large employers category (companies with 76-299 employees). This is North State’s third consecutive year receiving a top employer designation.

North State Bank promoted Sean Nock to vice president and community mortgage manager, announced Heather Sirgany, senior vice president and chief mortgage sales officer. In this role, Nock will lead the bank’s community mortgage lending efforts, specifically reaching out to traditionally underserved, underbanked communities, including first-generation homebuyers and those seeking down payment assistance and affordable housing programs.

Jeannine Balanky joined North State Bank as a Small Business Administration (SBA) business development officer, announced Director of Government Lending Marty Ferguson. In this role, Balanky will work with companies nationwide to access SBA lending programs.

North State Bank promoted Harryson Turner to senior vice president and West Raleigh Market President, announced Amanda Lloyd, executive vice president and chief people officer. In this role, Turner will lead the Bank’s efforts to serve businesses and individuals in the growing West Raleigh area. He moves to this position after serving as a commercial banker for the Bank’s Downtown Raleigh office.

North State Bank Names Jennifer Dodson Mortgage Loan Officer

 

Jennifer Dodson joined North State Bank as a mortgage loan officer serving customers through the Bank’s North Raleigh office, announced Heather Sirgany, senior vice president and chief mortgage sales officer. Dodson works with borrowers to access home financing options for both purchases and refinances.

North State Bank welcomes Alexandria A. Tindall as a community mortgage loan officer, announced Heather Sirgany, senior vice president and chief mortgage sales officer. Tindall will help customers access the tools, resources and loans they need to become homeowners.

North State Bank’s 20th Summer Salute for Transitions LifeCare will be held Saturday evening, June 3, 2023, at North Ridge Country Club in Raleigh, announced both Sondra Collins and Jim Branch, event co-chairs. North Carolina’s premier beach band, The Embers with Craig Woolard, will return bringing a fun evening of music and dancing to enjoy along with great food, fun, and fundraising.

North State Bank named Marty Ferguson as Director of Government Lending, announced Brian S. Hedges, North State Bank executive vice president and chief credit officer. In this role, Ferguson oversees the Bank’s robust Small Business Administration (SBA) program, including a growing team of SBA business development officers working with companies nationwide.