SunMark Community Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Bowles as Laurens County Market President, further strengthening the bank’s leadership team during a period of strategic growth and regional expansion.

In his new role, Bowles will lead SunMark’s Laurens County market with a focus on loan growth, customer relationships, and community engagement. He will oversee commercial and retail lending efforts, support customers’ financial needs, and work closely with local teams to strengthen SunMark’s presence and service throughout the community.

Bowles brings extensive experience in community banking and a strong connection to the Laurens County area. His deep understanding of the local market positions him as a key leader as SunMark moves forward with its merger with Atlantic South Bank / Wheeler County State Bank. In this role, Bowles will help ensure a smooth integration process while supporting customers, employees, and the long-term success of the combined organization.

“Brian is a proven community banking leader with a strong understanding of the Laurens County market and a deep commitment to relationship-based banking,” said Zach Giddens, EVP/Senior Lender of SunMark Community Bank. “His leadership experience and local insight will be invaluable as we continue our growth and work through the integration of our merger. We are excited to have Brian on board and confident he will make an immediate positive impact for our customers, employees, and communities.”

“I am honored to join SunMark Community Bank and look forward to serving the Laurens County community,” said Bowles. “SunMark’s commitment to local leadership and relationship-driven banking aligns closely with my values, and I am excited to work with the team to support our customers and contribute to the bank’s continued growth.”

The addition of Bowles reinforces SunMark’s commitment to strategic growth by enhancing local leadership as the bank continues to expand its footprint across the region while driving performance, scalability, and long-term value for members and communities.

About SunMark Community Bank

SunMark Community Bank is a full-service community bank dedicated to serving the financial needs of businesses and individuals in Central Georgia. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on building lasting relationships, SunMark offers a wide range of banking services, including commercial and personal loans, deposit services, and more.