Author: Michelle Smart

The Legendary Times of Bryant Bank

Spring 2024 Our annual employee picnic, known as Thisldu Day, is just around the corner! For Bryant Bankers attending for the first time, you’re in for a treat. All of our Bryant Bankers, and their families are invited for a great time of fellowship and fun including a BBQ lunch, fishing, jump houses, bingo, and… Read more »


BRYANT BANK ADDS PROMINENT LOCAL BANKER TO TEAM

Bryant Bank has announced the hiring of long-time Birmingham resident and local banking leader, Shawn Gillis as Senior Vice President, Correspondent Banking and Capital Markets. Shawn brings over two decades of banking experience to Bryant Bank, with a strong background in correspondent banking and executive leadership. Originally from the Dothan area, Shawn has called Birmingham… Read more »


Bryant Bank’s Turning Banking into Thanking

The Turning Banking into Thanking project, now in its seventh year, has become a cherished tradition for Bryant Bank. This one-of-a-kind initiative embodies the spirit of giving and emphasizes the bank’s core value: We Put Care into Action. “We are excited to kick off another year of ‘Turning Banking into Thanking,’” says Claude Edwards, President… Read more »


Fraud Education News: December 2023

In this Edition: Guarding Against Impersonation Scams  At Bryant Bank, your financial security is our top priority. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, so do the tactics of cybercriminals. In this edition, we want to shed light on the persistent threat of impersonation scams and equip you with the knowledge to safeguard your personal and financial information.… Read more »


Fraud Education News: June 2023

In this Edition: Fraud Prevention Tips for Your Vacation & Keeping Your Credentials secure At Bryant Bank, we care about your financial well-being and want to ensure that you have the knowledge and tools to protect yourself from potential fraud. In this edition of our Fraud Prevention Newsletter, we will focus on two important topics: safeguarding… Read more »


Fraud Education Newsletter: March 2023

Check Fraud is on the Rise  Because of the rise of social media in a digital world, fraudsters are getting even more sophisticated. With greater access to personally identifiable information in this digital world, we will continue to see check fraud increase. In fact, check fraud increased by 106% in 2022. Mail theft has increased significantly… Read more »


The Safety and Soundness of Bryant Bank

With the news of the recent sudden failures of certain banks, it is important to know how Bryant Bank differs from those institutions. Bryant Bank remains a strong and stable community bank. In fact, our depositors are businesses and individuals in our community throughout Alabama- much different than the recent banks that have failed who… Read more »


BRYANT BANK MAKES $50,000 COMMITMENT TO THE WEST ALABAMA FOOD BANK

The West Alabama Food Bank accepted a commitment of $50,000 from Bryant Bank as a part of their Imagine West Alabama fundraising campaign for their new facility in South Tuscaloosa. Bryant Bank representatives, Max Karh, Audrey O’Neal, Jill Slaton and Claude Edwards, presented the food bank board of directors with a check just before their… Read more »


BRYANT BANK HIRES AUDREY O’NEAL TO LEAD HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

Bryant Bank has announced the hiring of Audrey O’Neal as Senior Vice President and Director of Human Resources. Audrey joins Bryant Bank after years of experience as a Human Resources Director for another financial institution in Tuscaloosa. Prior to her tenure there, she served in various roles in Human Resources for the University of Alabama… Read more »


BRYANT BANK BREAKS GROUND ON NEW ATHENS LOCATION

Athens, AL. – Bryant Bank hosted the a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday, January 13 at the site of the new Athens, AL location.  Bryant Bank is constructing the new Athens office on the site of the former Athens Bible School property on highway 31. The multi-story building will feature a full-service bank branch with a spacious lobby, drive-thru… Read more »