On Friday, June 19th, First Farmers Bank & Trust held an open house to celebrate the grand opening of their newest branch location at 830 N Baldwin in Marion, Indiana. This marks the 18th branch location for FFBT. The open house began at noon with a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Marion-Grant County Chamber of Commerce. Remote radio broadcasts were held by WXXC and WCJC and a light lunch was provided for those in attendance.
The turnout for the event was great, and FFBT appreciates everyone who came out to support the branch opening. “I am incredibly pleased with the strong turnout. I think it speaks volumes for the reputation of the organization and the aesthetics of the new facility,” states Tade Powell, Director of Marketing and Public Relations.
Michael Belcher, who joined First Farmers last summer, will serve as Branch Manager of the location. He is from the Grant County area and is excited to bring community based banking back to his Marion clients. Lanita Ferre, who has served as a teller and CSR in other branch locations, has become Assistant Branch Manager. Tade Powell, Director of Marketing and Public Relations, has relocated to this branch and is a resident of Grant County. Alicia Transier has moved from the Converse location to become the Customer Service Representative for the Marion location. For the summer, FFBT also has employed two summer interns, James Norris and Katie Smock. James has worked in the summer intern program previously and is attending Purdue University. Katie Smock is a Marion resident and is attending Indiana Wesleyan University.
Michael Belcher, who joined First Farmers last summer, will serve as Branch Manager of the location. He is from the Grant County area and is excited to bring community based banking back to his Marion clients. Lanita Ferre, who has served as a teller and CSR in other branch locations, has become Assistant Branch Manager. Tade Powell, Director of Marketing and Public Relations, has relocated to this branch and is a resident of Grant County. Alicia Transier has moved from the Converse location to become the Customer Service Representative for the Marion location. For the summer, FFBT also has employed two summer interns, James Norris and Katie Smock. James has worked in the summer intern program previously and is attending Purdue University. Katie Smock is a Marion resident and is attending Indiana Wesleyan University.