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We are pleased to announce that Matthew Ciolek has joined Central Bank as Assistant Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer. With over 13 years of experience in the financial sector and a strong background as a Certified Risk Examiner, Matt is poised to make a significant impact on our Commercial Lending team. His expertise in developing and managing banking relationships will surely benefit our clients and community. Matthew graduated from Madison Central High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Asbury University. Join us in congratulating Matthew on this new chapter in his career! #Welcome #Congratulations

🌟 Exciting News at Central Bank! 🌟 We are thrilled to welcome Chris Chaffin as our new Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer! With over 25 years of banking experience and a deep commitment to community service, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. A proud graduate of Transylvania University and the Stonier School of Banking, Chris has dedicated much of his career to fostering strong relationships within the local community. Join us in welcoming Chris to the Central Bank family! We can't wait to see the incredible impact he'll make in our community. 💼🤝 #Welcome #CentralBank

🎉 Huge congratulations to Gene Haynes on his promotion to Fraud Investigator Supervisor, Officer! 🌟 With his extensive experience in law enforcement and financial crime investigation, Gene is poised to significantly enhance our bank's fraud prevention strategies. A proud graduate of Tates Creek High School along with his Criminal Justice – Asset Protection studies from Eastern Kentucky University, Gene brings a wealth of knowledge to his role. His leadership as Chairperson of the Financial Institution Security Officers Association and as Vice President and Treasurer of the Kentucky Organized Retail Crime Association reflects his commitment to collaboration and community safety. We are excited to see how Gene will continue to strengthen security measures and safeguard our Central Bank customers. Here’s to a brighter and safer future! 🏦👏 #FraudPrevention

🎉 Huge congratulations to Gene Haynes on his promotion to Fraud Investigator Supervisor, Officer! 🌟 With his extensive experience in law enforcement and financial crime investigation, Gene is poised to significantly enhance our bank's fraud prevention strategies. A proud graduate of Tates Creek High School along with his Criminal Justice – Asset Protection studies from Eastern Kentucky University, Gene brings a wealth of knowledge to his role. His leadership as Chairperson of the Financial Institution Security Officers Association and as Vice President and Treasurer of the Kentucky Organized Retail Crime Association reflects his commitment to collaboration and community safety. We are excited to see how Gene will continue to strengthen security measures and safeguard our Central Bank customers. Here’s to a brighter and safer future! 🏦👏 #FraudPrevention

🎉 Join us in congratulating Kristy Napier on her promotion to Assistant Vice President, Retail Banking Officer! With over a decade of banking experience and a true passion for community service, Kristy has proven to be an invaluable asset to Central Bank since joining in 2018. 🌟 Her dedication to providing exceptional customer service and comprehensive financial solutions is inspiring! We're also grateful for her commitment to the Berea community through her roles on the Board of Directors for NOSWF, Inc. and involvement in the Berea Chamber of Commerce. Here's to your continued success, Kristy! We can't wait to see the amazing things you will accomplish next! 💼👏 #Congratulations #Leadership #CommunityService

We had a great time hosting Lexington Sporting Club yesterday at Central Bank’s Thursday Night Live! Thank you to the LSC players & team for spending the evening with us, and for all the great energy that they brought! ⚽🙌🏽 Check out some of our favorite moments from the event! ➡️

🎉 Central Bank is proud to share that Chris McGaughey has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Community Development Officer! With nearly 30 years in banking and a strong focus on community development, Chris has made a lasting impact since joining the bank. Currently pursuing a Graduate Certificate in Finance at Harvard Extension School and holding a BA in Economics and Psychology from Indiana University, she’s dedicated to both professional growth and community advocacy as a board member of the Kentucky CRA Network. Together, let's look forward to all the great things ahead! 🌟👏 #CommunityLeadership #CentralBank

🎉 Exciting news for Sharon Bradley on her promotion to Vice President, Retail Banking Officer at Central Bank! 🎉 Since joining the team in 2003, Sharon has demonstrated incredible dedication and leadership throughout her journey. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Kentucky, which has undoubtedly contributed to her strong skill set. Not only is she a vital part of our bank’s success, but she also actively gives back through her role with Blue Grass Farms Charities. Wishing you all the best in this exciting new chapter! Cheers! 🥳👏 #ExcitingNews #Leadership #CommunityChampion

🎉 Congratulations to Kerry Bickett on his promotion to Assistant Vice President, Retail Banking Officer at Central Bank! 🎉 Since joining our team in 2023, Kerry has not only demonstrated remarkable leadership but also strengthened our ties with the community through exceptional customer service. With over 16 years of banking experience and a solid educational background from the University of Kentucky, he is truly an invaluable asset to both our organization and our neighbors. Here's to new beginnings and continued success! #Congratulations #BankingExcellence