MEET OUR LEADERS

Our leadership team brings decades of experience and a passion for community banking, guiding Georgia First Bank with vision and dedication.

SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM

Standing L-R: Natasha Marsh, Angie Edge, Michele Johnson

Seated L-R: Jeremy Ragan, Chandler M. (Maury) Beasley, Tanner Underwood

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Standing L-R: Stewart Hamilton, Royce Fowler, Glenn Powell

Seated L-R: David Roberts, Donny Gillis, Maury Beasley, Elsie Stevens, Dennis Ingley

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Chandler M. (Maury) Beasley

President & Chief Executive Officer of Georgia First Bank

Director, 2013

Blake Dennard

Pharmacist & Owner, Dennard Drugs

Director, 2023

Royce Fowler

Entrepreneur

Director, 2021

Donald W. Gillis

Chairman of the Board

Retired Superior Court Judge Director, 2003

Stewart Hamilton, D. M. D.

Owner, Orthodontic Center

Director, 2017

Dennis H. Ingley

Board Secretary

Managing Member, Ingley, Roper, Moore & Co., LLC Director, 2013

Glenn Powell

Previous Owner & Director of Sammons Funeral Home

Director, 2022

David Roberts

Vice Chairman of the Board

Owner/Operator, Chick-fil-A Director, 2006

Elsie Stephens

Partner, The Bellevue Firm

Director, 2023

James Mark Burns

Former Chief Tax Assessor & Business Owner

Director Emeritus, 2022

Director, 2005

Lois G. Clardy

Retired Teacher & Forest Landowner

Director Emeritus, 2024

Director, 2016

WHAT DRIVES US

OUR MISSION

To have a profound and sustainable impact in the communities we serve and a passion to exceed the expectations of our shareholders and customers.

OUR VISION

We will always strive to make our customers success our top priority. Our family-oriented culture and dedication to providing top notch customer service along with innovative technology will be what makes us the bank of choice in the communities we serve.

OUR CORE VALUES

FAMILY

We like to think of our customers and employees as a part of our extended family.

INNOVATIVE

We strive to be on the leading edge of technology and find ways to make banking and connecting with our bankers effortless for our clients.

RESILIENT

We’ve withstood the test of time and look forward to being the bank of choice for our clients for many years to come.

SHAREHOLDERS

We pride ourselves in being transparent and delivering a solid return to our shareholders.

TRUSTWORTHY

Our customers trust us to respond in a timely manner with informed, prudent advice and to always keep their

MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN GEORGIA

SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESS

From startups to family farms, we provide loans and advice to help Georgia businesses thrive.

EDUCATING THE NEXT GENERATION

Through our Soperton Youth Leadership Team, we mentor young leaders, providing financial literacy and leadership skills to shape Georgia’s future.

GIVING BACK

Our team volunteers and supports local organizations to strengthen our communities.

JOIN OUR GEORGIA FIRST FAMILY

Whether you’re opening your first account or growing your business, we’re here to help you succeed. Let’s build your future together.

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