KS Bank Celebrating 100 Years!
(SMITHFIELD, NC) – KS Bank is proud to announce that they are celebrating their 100th anniversary in business, a milestone few other businesses have reached. Currently, there are estimated to be less than 1,000 companies in the United States that have survived 100 years – less than half a percent of all businesses in the U.S. Founded in 1924, the institution began as Kenly Building & Loan Association, primarily providing home loans to individuals in Kenly, NC and the broader Johnston County area. In 1961,
KS Bank Breaks Ground on New Full Service Branch in Dunn, NC with Official Groundbreaking Ceremony
(SMITHFIELD, NC) – A groundbreaking ceremony was held Friday, Sept 29 at 206 W. Broad Street in Dunn to celebrate KS Bank’s new full-service branch. The event marked an important milestone for the bank as it expands its services to serve a new community. The ceremony featured remarks from the Dunn Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Vice-President, Heather Lawson, the Mayor of Dunn, William P. Elmore, Jr., and KS Bank representatives Earl W. Worley, Jr., President/CEO, and Harold T. Keen, President
KS Bank Promotes Tammy Mitchell, Hannah Keen to Retail Banking Management Positions
KS Bank Promotes Tammy Mitchell, Hannah Keen to Retail Banking Management Positions(Smithfield, NC) – KS Bank is pleased to announce the promotions of Tammy Mitchell to Senior Retail Banking Officer and Hannah Keen to Retail Banking Officer. Mitchell and Keen will split the management of the KS Bank branch network in these new roles.Tammy Mitchell has worked with KS Bank since 2005, working most recently as the Senior Retail Officer. In her new role, she will be responsible for the overall performance and
KS Bank Announces Senior Executive Management Team Addition
KS Bank is pleased to announce an addition to its Senior Executive Management Team, effective June 1, 2023.Tracy McKinley, previously the Information Technology Manager for KS Bank, has become the Chief Information Officer and Executive Vice President of KS Bank. McKinley has worked with KS Bank for over 21 years.McKinley will oversee, manage, and implement the bank’s information-related activities in this new role. She will develop policies and procedures, technical standards, methods, and schedules and
KS Bancorp, Inc. Announces Executive Leadership Change, Appoints New President and CEO
KS Bancorp, Inc. Announces Executive Leadership Change, Appoints New President and CEO SMITHFIELD, NC – KS Bancorp’s Board of Directors announced leadership transitions effective May 19, 2023. The Board of Directors has appointed Earl W. Worley, Jr., President and CEO of KS Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of KS Bank, Inc. Mr. Worley currently serves as President and CEO of KS Bank and has thirty-one (31) years of bank management experience. He has served in his current role since January 2022. Prior to
KS Bank Opening Tenth Full-Service Branch
KS BANK OPENING TENTH FULL-SERVICE BRANCH IN DUNN, NC (SMITHFIELD, NC) – KS Bank is coming to Dunn, NC. The bank has received regulatory approval from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the North Carolina Commissioner of Banks to open a full-service branch in Dunn. In May 2022, KS Bank opened a Loan Production Office in Dunn, managed by Judy Page, Commercial Relationship Manager, and received a tremendous response. The bank recently purchased property at 206 W. Broad St., Dunn, NC 28334, on
KS Bank Named Among the Top Extraordinary Banks in the Nation
KS Bank Named Among the Top Extraordinary Banks in the Nation SMITHFIELD, NC – KS Bank was just named among the top extraordinary banks in the United States by The Institute for Extraordinary Banking™. KS Bank was recognized with the Institute’s Banky™ Award for its commitment to strong community banking. This recognition is given to top community banks across the country to help people find the best banks in their communities. They also received the Above-and-Beyond Customer Service Banky™ Award for
KS Bank Named 2021 Community Bank of the Year
KS BANK NAMED 2021 COMMUNITY BANK OF THE YEAR (SMITHFIELD, NC) - KS Bank was awarded the 2021 Community Bank of the Year award by the NC Rural Center. This award is given to the financial institution that was a leading lending partner to North Carolina’s small businesses while providing exceptional customer service. Phil Marion, treasurer of the NC Rural Center’s Board of Directors said, “KS Bank has been a partner of the Rural Center since 2012, and since that time, has supported more than 30 loans for a
The First “Red Vest Tuesday” For Lowe’s 100 Hometowns Project, Activate Selma A Success
SELMA, NC: Monday, August 30 - On Tuesday, August 24th, volunteers from Selma Parks and Recreation, Activate Selma, local businesses and Lowe’s of Smithfield endured the heat and dramatically changed the look of Downtown Selma during the first “Red Vest Day” as part of Lowe’s 100 Hometown projects. “Red Vest Tuesday” is in conjunction with the Lowe’s 100 Hometowns, a $10 million initiative to celebrate Lowe’s centennial by completing 100 community impact projects across the United States by the end of
Leadership Johnston announces 2021 graduates
Johnston County, NC — Leadership Johnston celebrated its newest graduates at their first meeting on June 24. Despite the challenges of this past year, Leadership Johnston forged ahead under a new format focused on Crisis Leadership. The graduation ceremony held at the Tobacco Farm Life Museum and sponsored by KS Bank, was the first time these class members met in person. This year's graduates include William Brown (Benson Police Department), Melissa Curry (KS Bank, Inc.), Gary Johnson (Town of
KS Bank advances in N.C. financial ranking
The Smithfield-based bank is ranked 31st in Business North Carolina magazine's 2021 list of "Largest Banks and Credit Unions Based in North Carolina" --- up from a ranking of 34th last year.The magazine reports that KS Bank had revenue of $18.7 million in 2020 --- up 11.3% from 2019 --- producing net income of $4.8 million, up 14.3%. Total assets of $486 million is also a factor in the bank's new ranking.First Citizens BancShares --- founded in Smithfield as First Citizens Bank & Trust Company and now based
Sherry Harris Is A Woman To Follow
Speech Given By Crystal Roberts: Ladies and gentleman, the Smithfield-Selma Chamber is again excited to present the prestigious Athena Award to a well-deserving recipient. This award celebrates the potential of all women as valued members and leaders of the community and honors individuals who strive toward the highest levels of professional accomplishment. Tonight’s recipient is a fierce advocate for acknowledging female potential and just as importantly doing what needs to be done to make this community