Deanna Sledge
SHEFFIELD-Deanna Sledge has accepted a promotion to Sales Officer with Bank Independent.
Sledge began her career with Bank Independent as part of the Loan Operations team in 2008. After her first year, she transferred to the Killen sales office as a Personal Banker. In 2014, She was promoted to Sales Specialist/Senior Relationship Banker.
Rick Wardlaw
Sledge earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama in 2006, concentrating her studies in banking and financial services. She has pursued additional professional studies graduating from both Leadership Shoals in 2017 and the Alabama Banking School in 2018.
“Deanna has proven to be an excellent fit for both Bank Independent and the community she serves,” says Rick Wardlaw, CEO of Bank Independent. “She works hard to develop strong relationships with her customers and truly cares about making a positive difference in the community.”
Sledge is involved with her community serving as Treasurer and board member for the Florence Civitan Club, and on the membership committee for her Business Networking International group. She resides in Florence with her two children, Harper and Thorne.
About Bank Independent
Since 1947, Bank Independent has taken pride in serving the customers who count on us to be there for them when they need us most. With 28 traditional Sales Offices across North Alabama and one Digital Sales Office, we’re committed to providing the best service, designing the most desired products and creating an overall excellent experience for each and every customer. As a local community bank, we believe in building relationships that run deep and last. All of our employees reside in our local communities and believe in giving back through volunteering. To become part of a bank that makes a positive difference in people’s lives, visit us at bibank.com.
Media Release/Sondra Koskey, Advertising and PR Manager/Marketing Department/Bank Independent
