Congratulations to Wallis Brooks, AVP, Branch Manager and CRA Officer for Kentucky Bank in Paris, on his award as the Volunteer of the Year for Junior Achievement of the Bluegrass. Wallis has also served as a classroom volunteer for over 8 years and has taught 21 classes. Wallis has recruited numerous volunteers and ...served as a role model for students. According to a nomination submitted by Paris Independent Schools, "The students loved having him teach many skills that they will use as they grow into adults. The students ask when Mr. Brooks is coming back. We love him." On behalf of the community and Kentucky Bank, congratulations Wallis! 

 

 

 

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Kentucky Bank donated $5,000 to the Rowan County Board of Education towards educational benefits for students.  The money is to be disbursed to students in the form of grants, approved by an established committee of the Rowan County School District.  Pictured are Marvin Moore, Rowan County Superintendent; Glen Teager, Finance Director; Nadine Griffith, District Administrator; Tom Daughtery, Assistant Superintendent; William Hough, Market President Kentucky Bank; and Tom James, Branch Manager Kentucky Bank.

 

 

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On Tuesday, August 10th Elliott County’s finest educators were out in full force getting ready for a new school year. Kentucky Bank employees served 125 teachers a delicious brunch to the teachers and to show our support and appreciation for their hard work and dedicati...on to our youth. "This is the 10th year we have served the teachers' opening day breakfast. We would like to wish teachers, staff, and students a successful and fun filled year." -Sherry Mathis, Branch Manager of Sandy Hook, Kentucky Bank.

 

 

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Kentucky Bank hosted a tailgating party last Friday, August 13 in support of the Rowan County Vikings Football home opener. Join us on Friday, September 10th for the second tailgate party at the RCHS football field parking lot.

 

 

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It was a great day for a cookout at the Nicholasville Branch for a little customer appreciation! Thanks to everyone who came out and enjoyed the food and the company!

 

 

 

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Our Cynthiana Branch, located at 939 US Hwy 27 South, held a fundraiser for the Cynthiana Fire Department. All proceeds went to the Fire Department which will be used to fund some of the children’s programs within the city. Thanks for supporting the community!

 

 

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Bluegrass Community & Technical College Campus Director Bruce Manley, left, and JoEllen Reed, BCTC community resource specialist, right, accepted a $5,000 check from Kentucky Bank Market President Darryl Terry last week. The money is the last installment of a $25,000 commitme...nt to BCTC from Kentucky Bank. Click here to see the article in the Winchester Sun.

 

 

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US Banker magazine has included Kentucky Bank in the listing of the nation’s top 200 community banks. The United States currently has more than 6,000 community banks with over 50,000 branch locations across the nation.

 

The President of Kentucky Bank, Louis Prichard, stated, “We are very pleased with this recognition. In today’s world, bank safety and stability have never been more important.  Through our commitment to deliver Premier Customer Service we strive to manage our company for the long term best interest of our customers, shareholders, and employees and this designation is a reflection of that effort.”

Kentucky Bank, founded in 1851, has a history of being a strong and stable institution. It is publicly traded as KTYB.OB, and has $687 million in assets. Kentucky Bank has 205 employees with thirteen offices located in Bourbon, Clark, Elliott, Harrison, Jessamine, Rowan, Scott, and Woodford counties.

 

 

 

Kentucky Bank proudly welcomes Nicholas Woods, CTFA, to its Wealth Management team in the position of Trust and Business Development Officer.  Mr. Woods brings nearly ten years of experience as a trust officer, most recently working for Wachovia Bank in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. His credentials include Certified Trust and Financial Advisor and he has earned his MBA from the University of Kentucky.  He will be headquartered in Kentucky Bank’s Paris office but welcomes the opportunity to meet with clients and prospective clients in all the bank’s locations in Cynthiana, Georgetown, Morehead, Nicholasville, Sandy Hook, Versailles, Wilmore, and Winchester.

 
In addition to his professional responsibilities, Mr. Woods is involved with Bluegrass Estate Planning Council and Lexington Young Professionals Association. He also enjoys spending time with family and friends, along with playing and watching sports. Nick stated that he believes “self-discipline, integrity, kindness and courage are the secrets to being successful.”
Clark Nyberg, Senior Vice President of Wealth Management, added “Nick’s knowledge and understanding of today’s market fit well with Kentucky Bank’s commitment of offering a strong, stable environment for quality financial services. We anticipate that he will be a strong member of our team, helping our clients achieve their financial planning objectives and building additional business for the department.”

 

 

Nicholas Woods, CTFA

Vice President, Trust & Business Development Officer 

 

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Kentucky Bank announces another winner in their online banking promotion.  Congratulations to Katherine Irby of Versailles (pictured below with Duncan Gardiner, VP, Regional Manager).  She wins a $100 Kentucky Bank MasterCard gift card.

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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