ServisFirst Bank Expands Footprint in Tennessee

ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), proudly announces its expansion in the Tennessee region by adding a new office in Memphis, Tennessee. Eight veteran bankers have joined the bank's commitment to excellence and customer service in the Memphis community.

ServisFirst Bank Memphis welcomes Joel E. Smith as Market President, Scott Forman as Sr. Vice President, Commercial Banking, and Michael Joyner as Sr. Vice President, Commercial Banking Relationship Manager. Coers Adams joins as Vice President, Commercial Banking, Harriette Stevens joins as Vice President, Private Banking and Regional Branch Manager, and Bill Sternberger joins as Assistant Vice President, Private Banking Officer. Additionally, ServisFirst Bank Memphis brings on board Megan Latta as Treasury Management Sales and Trudy Griffin as Commercial Client Relationship Associate. The Memphis office is currently operating as a loan production office and plans to be in its permanent location later this Fall.

"ServisFirst Bank Memphis is thrilled to announce the opening of our new office, bringing together a team of trusted and experienced veteran bankers," states Joel E. Smith, Market President of ServisFirst Bank Memphis. "Our team is dedicated to delivering excellence and top-notch customer service to the Memphis community. This expansion represents our commitment to providing tailored financial solutions and building lasting relationships with our clients. We are excited to be a part of the vibrant Memphis market and look forward to serving the needs of businesses and individuals alike."

“We are excited to expand our Tennessee footprint with the opening of a new office in Memphis,” states Bradford Vieira, Regional President, and CEO of ServisFirst Bank Tennessee. "This marks a significant milestone for the bank, and with Joel’s leadership, we are enthusiastic about building strong, lasting relationships within the Memphis community.”

Joel E. Smith, Market President

Joel E. Smith joins ServisFirst Bank Memphis as Market President with 20 years of experience in the Commercial Banking Memphis market. In this role, Joel will build and lead the Memphis team. He received a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Rhodes College and a Master of Accountancy from the University of South Carolina.

Scott Forman, Sr. Vice President, Commercial Banking

Scott Forman joins ServisFirst Bank Memphis as Sr. Vice President, Commercial Banking with a banking career that spans 23 years. At ServisFirst Bank, he will help establish the Bank's Memphis lending presence and offer credit guidance to the local team. Scott is a graduate of the Fogelman College of Business and Economics at The University of Memphis.