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Brittany Tanner

Market Area

Tri Cities Area – Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol Tennessee and the surrounding region

What is your niche or expertise?

My community.  I have a passion for helping clients find the right solutions that will benefit them in the long term.  It is my goal to listen to and serve my clients, empowering them to build wealth.

Banking Experience

I started my banking career with Security Federal Bank in 2015 and worked as a Teller.  In 2018, I was promoted to the position of Escrow Analyst/New Accounts Clerk. With the merger of Community First Bank in March of 2021, I worked as a Commercial Deposit Specialist.  In 2022, I moved into the position of Business Development Officer.

Certifications and Education

Associate Degree in Accounting – Northeast State College

Graduate – TSSB; The Southeastern School of Banking

Accredited Banking Professional

Personal Interests and Community Involvement

Member of Hunter United Methodist Church

Assisted in coaching girls’ youth basketball

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Donna Cabaniss

Niche or Expertise

My expertise is excellent Customer Service. I am knowledgeable about most financial products including demand deposit accounts, Consumer lending, and Home loans.

Banking experience

I have almost 30 years in the Banking industry. Most of these years were spent communicating with customers to find out the best way to service their financial needs. I was recently promoted into the role
of Branch Manager at the Williamston office and will specialize in lending.

Certifications and Education

Notary from the State of SC

Banking Continuing Education

Skills, Accomplishments, and Awards

I take pride in serving customers in the community where I was born and raised. Helping those with questions and concerns related to their personal or business needs is what makes my banking career rewarding.

Personal Interests and Community Involvement

I enjoy traveling, exercising, and spending time with my family.

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Angel Strader

Market Area

Gaston County, NC

What is your niche or expertise?

Consumer and Business Banking, Residential Lending

Banking Experience

I began my banking career in Dallas over 20 years ago. Throughout the years, I have been a part-time Teller, a Personal Banker, and an Assistant Manager before becoming a Bank Manager for Community First Bank at the Dallas location. I am knowledgeable about equity credit line lending and have always been focused on customer service. I go the extra mile to assure clients are taken care of. I am a problem
solver and will do everything within my power to resolve any issues that are presented to a client.

Certifications and Education

Lifelong banking experience

Personal Interests and Community Involvement

My family and I are members of the Dallas community and have been my entire life. I am proud to serve my community and clients that have followed me throughout my entire career. I continue to put the interest of the client first and I look forward to continuing to serve the Gaston County area.

“Be the reason someone smiles today” – Roy T. Bennett

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Amy Whitfield

Market Area

Anderson Clemson Blvd, Pendleton, Townville, Fair Play, Starr, Iva

What is your niche or expertise?

I love helping customers with whatever financial needs that they have. I have experience in finding ways for the customer to benefit from what the bank can provide. Products and services, my goal is to help our customers. I specialize in consumer lending and customer relations.

Banking Experience

I started my banking career at Community First Bank as a teller in 2017. I advanced into the role of Customer Service Representative and in 2021 was promoted to Branch Manager.

Certifications and Education

Notary for South Carolina; Studies in Accounting

Personal Interests and Community Involvement

In her free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and making arts and crafts. My goal is to be more active in the community and assist everyone with their financial needs.

“Great things never come from comfort zones.”

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Sean B. Bissette

Market Area

Greater Charlotte, NC region

What is your niche or expertise?

Commercial Lending and Portfolio Management

Banking Experience  

I began my banking career with Community First Bank just after graduating from college. I specialize in Commercial Lending and Portfolio Management. I work in the Charlotte, North Carolina market and am continuing to perfect my lending knowledge so that I can give my clients the best service possible.

Certifications and Education  

Graduate – Appalachian State University; B. S.

Skills, Accomplishments, and Awards

My interests include spending time with loved ones and friends. I enjoy being active, and I follow a healthy lifestyle. I am involved in the community, providing guidance and training for football and baseball. I hope to use the knowledge I gained from playing sports for a very long time to help young athletes transition the lessons learned from sports into school and real-life scenarios.

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