Renasant Bank
Regional bank delivering community financial services
Personal Banker
Travel between branches may be required.
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- At least 1 year of related customer experience and sales experience is required.
- Demonstrated ability to produce individual and team sales and customer experience results.
- Knowledge of the financial services industry and local community.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in handling transactions.
- Comfort using a variety of technology software products to process transactions.
- Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs and pace.
- Ability to read, understand, and apply regulations, policies, and procedures related to Personal Banker responsibilities and branch operations.
- Ability to travel for training, development opportunities, and between branches as needed.
- For Licensed Personal Bankers, a current state insurance license and the ability to meet applicable bank broker/dealer licensing requirements are required.
- For Licensed Personal Bankers, current knowledge of non-FDIC-insured solutions, including annuities and life insurance, is required.
- Achieve balanced personal sales and service performance by developing new and existing customer relationships using the customer engagement model.
- Create a daily individual plan focused on deepening customer relationships and consistently executing service standards and customer retention activities.
- Partner with the Branch Manager to achieve personal service, sales, and operational goals.
- Execute and role-model service standards in every customer and teammate interaction.
- Resolve customer issues and concerns by owning the problem and acting as a liaison between the customer and the bank.
- Use in-person and phone customer interactions to identify additional needs and make appropriate recommendations.
- Maintain effective partnerships with other lines of business to drive effective and profitable customer relationships.
- Participate in community activities as a representative of the bank.
- Serve as a backup Teller or Head Teller when needed.
- Ensure proper documentation is obtained and completed for solutions to minimize documentation exceptions.
- Complete account maintenance activities accurately.
- Stay current on regulations, policies, and procedures related to Personal Banker and branch operations.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- College education is preferred.
- For Senior Personal Bankers, at least 2 years of successful personal sales experience is required.
- For Senior Personal Bankers, the ability to handle complex transactions with limited supervision is required.
- For Senior Personal Bankers, operational strength with limited exceptions is required.
- For Senior Personal Bankers, proficiency in bank products and solutions, including individual retirement accounts and complex business accounts, is required.
About the company
Renasant Bank provides community-focused banking in the southeastern United States, offering retail and commercial deposit accounts, loans, payments, and related advisory services through branches and digital channels. Customers use deposit accounts to safekeep funds and access payments, while the bank underwrites and funds loans for individuals and businesses, earning interest and fees; online and mobile banking let customers manage accounts, transfer funds, and pay bills. It stands out by growing gradually through strategic acquisitions and maintaining a long-standing local footprint in Mississippi and nearby states, tailoring services to regional customers. Its goal is to serve local customers and businesses with reliable banking while expanding its regional reach and capabilities through thoughtful growth and acquisitions.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Tupelo, Mississippi
Founded
1904
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What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 EPS reached $0.94, beating estimates and rising from $0.69.
- Loans grew $220.9 million sequentially, while asset quality improved to 0.97% nonperforming loans.
- The bank repurchased $60 million of stock after issuing $300 million notes in May.
What critics are saying
- Deposits fell $398.4 million in Q2 2026, driven by seasonal public-fund outflows.
- Net interest margin slipped to 3.83%, squeezing revenue and efficiency at 57.9%.
- Ex parte Renasant Bank lost in Alabama on August 7, 2026, signaling litigation risk.
What makes Renasant Bank unique
- Renasant's Southeast community franchise spans banking, wealth, insurance, and specialized lending across 2026.
- Republic Business Credit added a $58.3 million loan portfolio in Q2 2026.
- Catherine Mealor, a 23-year KBW regional-bank analyst, becomes CFO on January 1, 2027.
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Renasant Corporation has appointed Catherine Mealor as its next Chief Financial Officer, effective 1 January 2027. Mealor spent 23 years at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods covering regional banks, including Renasant, and will transition into the role on 5 October. Outgoing CFO Jim Mabry, who oversaw Renasant's growth from $14 billion to $27 billion in assets, will be nominated for election as a director in 2027. In Q2 2026, Renasant grew loans by $220.9 million at a 4.7% annualised pace, whilst nonperforming loans fell to 0.97% of total loans. However, net interest margin declined 4 basis points to 3.83%, and total deposits fell $398.4 million. Noninterest expense rose $6.2 million due to deferred compensation accruals and higher health insurance claims. The stock trades at a forward P/E of 10.42, with short interest at 5.68% of float.
Renasant Corporation announced Catherine Mealor will join as executive vice president and chief financial officer on 5 October 2026, assuming the CFO role on 1 January 2027. Jim Mabry, CFO since August 2020, will step down at year-end and retire in early 2027. The board intends to nominate Mabry for director election at the 2027 annual meeting. Mealor joins from Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, where she covered small and mid-cap banks across the southeastern US. She brings over 20 years of financial services experience and has served on FASB's Investor Advisory Committee since September 2021. During Mabry's tenure, Renasant grew from $14 billion to $27 billion in assets and completed its largest merger.
IHL approves renaming of Southern Miss' football stadium. Published: Aug. 20, 2026 at 10:13 AM PDT | Updated: 5 hours ago HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - The Mississippi Institute of Higher Learning (IHL) approved a deal on Thursday morning that will rename M.M. Roberts Stadium, affectionately known as 'The Rock.' The University of Southern Mississippi struck a $13.7 million deal with Renasant Bank in exchange for the namesake. For the next 10 years, 'The Rock' will become 'Renasant Stadium.' The Mississippi IHL said that the university and bank had come to a mutual agreement after evaluating the value of the naming rights. The agreement can be terminated at any time and is active starting Friday, Aug. 21.
Movers & shakers: Sonny Ko, Tim Valentine, Eric Sievers & Shalita Hale. August 20, 2026 Bob Coleman Founder & Publisher Sonny Ko Promoted to Chief Production Officer at ReadyCap Lending "Sonny's SBA expertise, leadership experience, and industry relationships make him the right leader for our production organization," says Gary Taylor, CEO of ReadyCap Lending. "As demand for SBA financing grows, Sonny will help us scale our platform, deepen partner engagement, and deliver an exceptional borrower experience." ReadyCap Lending has promoted Sonny Ko to Chief Production Officer, underscoring the company's commitment to expanding its SBA 7(a) lending platform and helping small businesses access capital nationwide. Ko, who has been with ReadyCap for nearly 10 years, will lead SBA loan production, oversee national sales and business development, and drive growth across ReadyCap's SBA lending operations. An accomplished SBA lending veteran, Ko has a strong track record of building high-performing teams, expanding referral partner relationships, and delivering consistent production results. "The SBA 7(a) program remains one of the most powerful financing tools available to America's small businesses," says Ko. "I'm excited to take on this role at ReadyCap and help more entrepreneurs access the capital they need to acquire, grow, and strengthen their businesses." Tim Valentine Added to Potomac Bank as Vice President and SBA Lending Officer "Tim is a welcome addition to our team," states Raymond Goodrich, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer. "He will help us expand our SBA portfolio and will fit well within our team-oriented culture." Potomac Bank has appointed Tim C. Valentine as Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager, SBA Lending Officer. Valentine will be responsible for developing strong relationships with business owners and leaders in the Northern Virginia market, especially those who may benefit from SBA guaranteed loans. Prior to joining Potomac Bank, Valentine most recently served as an SBA Relationship Manager with National Capital Bank. Prior banking experiences include SBA/Business Banking Portfolio Manager with John Marshall Bank and Commercial Loan Portfolio Manager with Presidential Bank. He also served as a Credit Analyst with Aerotek. Earning a BA in Economics and Finance from Moravian University, Valentine was Captain and a 4-year starter for the football team. As a resident of Arlington County, Virginia, Valentine provides temporary coaching support for All Star and high school football camps as well as personal training for college, high school, and youth athletes. He is also learning to relax with recent interest in fishing and golf. Eric Sievers Joins Renasant Bank as First Vice President and SBA Banker "We are pleased to welcome Eric to our SBA team! Eric joins us with many years of banking experience with a background in relationship banking and dedicated SBA lending," states Matt Powell, SBA Banker, Senior Vice President. "Eric's experience and numerous contacts in the Gulf region will be invaluable to providing the best SBA assistance for our bankers." Renasant Bank has welcomed Eric Sievers to its team as SBA Banker, First Vice President. Sievers is based on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and focuses on nationwide SBA 7(a) lending. Sievers brings more than 20 years of banking experience. He began his banking career with BancorpSouth after graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi. During nearly 19 years with BancorpSouth, he served as a Branch Manager and Commercial Loan Officer. He later worked as a Business Development Officer with Cadence Bank and as a Business Development Officer in SBA Lending with Huntington National Bank before joining Renasant Bank in July 2026. His experience includes SBA 7(a), SBA 504, conventional, and construction financing, as well as underwriting, workouts, branch management, commercial lending, credit analysis, and client relations. Sievers earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Southern Mississippi with a focus in banking and finance. Shalita Hale Joins MultiFunding as Business Loan Advisor MultiFunding LLC has welcomed Shalita Hale to its team as a Business Loan Advisor, adding more than two decades of experience in small business and commercial finance to the firm. Throughout her career, Hale has worked with hundreds of business owners seeking the capital necessary to acquire companies, finance expansion, strengthen cash flow, and pursue new opportunities. Hale brings extensive experience across SBA lending, including structuring and leading multimillion-dollar transactions for businesses across a wide range of industries within the small and midsize business market. Her track record includes helping business owners structure financing for acquisitions, working capital, refinancing, expansion, and debt consolidation. In previous lending roles, Hale has been involved in SBA 7(a) transactions ranging from hundreds of thousands of dollars to more than $1 million. At MultiFunding, Hale will work directly with entrepreneurs to evaluate their financing needs and develop strategies aligned with their business objectives. Rather than approaching financing as a one-size-fits-all product, her work centers on understanding a company's circumstances, identifying appropriate sources of capital, and structuring financing that supports both immediate needs and longer-term growth.
Archbold receives donation from Renasant Bank. The Archbold Foundation recently received a $100,000 donation from Renasant Bank through the Georgia HEART Rural Hospital Tax Credit Program. The Georgia HEART program allows Georgia taxpayers to redirect a portion of their state income tax liability to qualified rural hospitals, providing critical funding that helps hospitals like Archbold continue meeting the healthcare needs of the communities they serve. "We are extremely grateful for Renasant Bank and their continued support," said Vann Middleton, President of the Archbold Foundation. "Through the Georgia HEART Program, we have received $300,000 in donations from Renasant Bank. Their generosity has made a meaningful difference in our ability to provide high-quality care to every patient who walks through our doors." "It is a privilege to continue supporting Archbold and all they do for our community," said Jamie Lawrence, Thomasville Market President for Renasant Bank. "We are proud to invest in an organization that plays such a vital role in improving the health and well-being of our region."