April 2, 2018

(Richmond, KY) – Forcht Bank is proud to welcome Jeremy Brown as the Richmond Market President. Mr. Brown has a wealth of banking experience in commercial and consumer lending that Forcht Bank customers will have at their disposal.

“We have had a banking center in Richmond for 8 years and are excited about the continued growth of the Madison County community,” said Tucker Ballinger, President & CEO. “Knowing the commitment and impact Jeremy has on the Richmond community, we’re thrilled to have him on our team.”

Jeremy prides himself in his involvement with the Richmond/Berea community. He is a member of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce, Richmond Rotary Club, and serves on the Board for Leadership Madison County. He volunteers his free time to local schools, youth sports, and presenting financial seminars at EKU.

Mr. Brown graduated from Campbellsville University with a Master’s in Business and Organizational Leadership, and a bachelor’s degree from Eastern Kentucky University. He currently resides in Richmond with his wife Jessica, sons Jaxson and Jude, and daughter Harper.

Forcht Bank (www.forchtbank.com) is a Kentucky-based community bank with approximately $1 billion in assets and operates 26 banking centers in Fayette, Jefferson, Boone, Grant, Taylor, Pulaski, Laurel, Whitley, Knox, Madison, McCreary and Green County.