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ATLANTA, Ga.- Megan Pippitt, Marketing Coordinator at Security Bank, has been recognized as a promising young professional in community banking by The Institute for Extraordinary Banking™.
This national recognition places Megan as one of only three finalists selected for the Rising Star in Banking™ Award, which honors leaders who demonstrate exceptional vision, innovation, and commitment to strengthening their communities.
“At Security Bank, leadership is not defined by position, it’s defined by impact,” said CEO Keith Knudsen, CEO of Security Bank. “Megan leads with heart. Her passion for serving our customers, supporting our employees, and investing in our communities embodies what makes our bank extraordinary. This recognition reflects the hard work and values that guide Megan every day.”
The Extraordinary Banking™ Awards shine a national spotlight on the vital role community banks play, not only in financial services, but in driving local business, supporting families, and strengthening the communities they serve.
Roxanne Emmerich, Chair and Founder of The Institute for Extraordinary Banking™, said it best: “Community banks recognize the aspirations, dreams, and silent hopes of small businesses and families. Extraordinary banks — and the rising leaders within them — help bring those dreams to life.”
Security Bank is proud to see one of its own recognized among the industry’s brightest leaders. As a community bank rooted in relationships and people-first banking, this recognition reinforces our belief that when we invest in developing strong leaders, we help build strong communities.
About the Institute for Extraordinary Banking™ The Institute for Extraordinary Banking™ exists to honor and celebrate the nation’s most impactful community banks. Through its annual Extraordinary Banking™ Awards, the Institute shines a spotlight on the banks — and the leaders — who set the highest standards for service, innovation, philanthropy, and community commitment.
