Volunteer State Bank welcomes Michael Williams, Cole Hodges and Jason Surratt to its leadership team. These additions serve to support the bank’s growth strategies and expand and strengthen its commitment to the customers and communities served.
“I am delighted to welcome these exceptional individuals to our leadership team. They each possess a wealth of knowledge and accomplishments that align seamlessly with the bank’s strategic vision,” stated Tony Gregory, chairman, president and chief executive officer for Volunteer State Bank. “As we strive to expand our market presence and solidify our standing as the premier community bank in Middle Tennessee, their contributions will be invaluable.”
Williams is appointed senior vice president, Williamson County market president, and brings 22 years of financial experience,18 of which have been devoted to the commercial banking sector. Williams’ advanced leadership aptitudes, displayed in effectively managing large teams and fostering long-term client relationships, are poised to support the bank’s growth and advancement in the Williamson/Davidson County footprint. Most recently, Williams served as the regional market president at United Community Bank, and prior was head of private banking for InsBank. He is a distinguished alumnus of Maryville College and the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin. Williams holds a deep commitment to serving his community and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Boys and Girls Club of South-Central Tennessee, in addition to his previous board roles with Interfaith Dental Clinic, Franklin Breakfast Rotary, Columbia Breakfast Rotary and Leadership Brentwood.