Bank Independent sponsored 31 Shoals area high school juniors and seniors from 11 schools to participate in the Alabama Bankers Association Legislative Day event in Montgomery on Wednesday, April 16.
Bank Independent is proud to announce the addition of Crystal Gilreath as Vice President - Sales Officer for Morgan County. Based at the Bank’s Decatur Beltline Sales Office, Crystal has more than 20 years of experience in the financial industry, focusing on lending and a passion for empowering local businesses.
Bank Independent marked a significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to the communities it serves with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, April 24, celebrating the grand opening of its newly rebuilt Sales Office on the Beltline in Decatur. While the location has long been a trusted part of the Decatur landscape, the completely redesigned building represents a renewed investment in the city and the people who call it home.
Bank Independent and the University of North Alabama (UNA) are proud to announce a new scholarship partnership designed to make higher education more accessible and affordable for Bank Independent customers. Beginning immediately, eligible customers who enroll at UNA can receive a 20% scholarship toward undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral degree programs.
Bank Independent is proud to announce the promotion of DeMarco McClain to Area President for Madison County.
Bank Independent is excited to announce the launch of Food and Family Share, beginning on March 10th. For the past 11 years, Bank Independent has hosted the Food Share drive to help fight food insecurity in our communities. This year, the initiative expands to include the Family Share component, collecting not only non-perishable food items but also baby diapers to support local families in need.
Bank Independent is pleased to announce that Sabrina Rouse has been named Sales Manager of the Athens Downtown Sales Office. An Athens native, Rouse brings valuable experience to the role, having previously worked in the bank’s sales offices, where she developed a strong foundation in customer service and community banking.
Bank Independent is pleased to announce the promotion of Tiffany Dostica to Sales Specialist.
Momentum Leaders is proud to announce the inaugural Upward class for North Alabama. Among the distinguished participants is Amanda Hicks, Bank Independent Vice President Sales Officer for Madison County, who joins the group of trailblazing professionals committed to empowering women leaders across Alabama and beyond.
Bank Independent has been recognized as the ninth-best large employer (250 or more employees) in the inaugural Best Companies Group’s America’s Best Workplaces in 2025 Awards, presented in partnership with BridgeTower Media.
