Evolve Bank & Trust Celebrates 100 Years of Strong Community Roots
MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 15, 2025 – Evolve Bank & Trust (“Evolve”) proudly announces strategic leadership appointments in the Arkansas market, reflecting the strength and community-driven focus of the bank as Evolve celebrates its 100-year anniversary this year. At the Wynne Banking Center, Cari Beth Mitchell has been named Community Bank President and Ashley Brumley as Bank Branch Manager. Both Mitchell and Brumley are Cross County, AR natives with a passion for serving their community and helping local businesses, farmers, and families succeed financially. And in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Rob Lance has been named Community Bank President, bringing more than two decades of banking experience and a deep commitment to community growth.
As Evolve Bank & Trust celebrates its 100th year of serving communities in Arkansas and West Tennessee, the focus remains on local leadership and community growth. In Wynne and Jonesboro, Mitchell, Brumley, and Lance are leading efforts to expand Evolve’s presence and impact on the communities they serve. “Helping Businesses grow means helping our community grow-and that’s something I’m proud to be a part of,” said Mitchell. Brumley goes onto say, “Community involvement is everything. When you give back, your community gives back. That’s how success grows.”
These leaders exemplify Evolve’s mission to serve local families, farmers, and businesses with personalized financial support, expert guidance, and strong hometown values. “Evolve Bank & Trust can trace its roots to right here in Eastern Arkansas. We have been honored to serve here for the past 100 years,” said Randy Reynolds, President, Arkansas Banking Division, Evolve Bank & Trust. “Cari Beth, Ashley, and Rob will carry on a proud tradition of focusing on the community. We are confident under their leadership, Evolve will help more families realize their financial goals.”
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About Evolve Bank & Trust
For 100 years, Evolve Bank & Trust, a technology-focused financial services organization, has offered specialized solutions in Open Banking, Personal and Business Banking, Mortgage, SBA Lending, Physicians Capital, and Trust. Evolve has been voted to a Top Workplace USA and has been named in Inc. Magazine’s 5000 List of the fastest growing private companies.
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