Susan Puryear

Susan Puryear holds responsibility for the strategic direction of Professional Banking and Investment Services at HomeTrust Bank. As Director, Susan oversees business development and retention, new products and delivery, and operational risk management and execution. She aims to take a collaborative approach to managing her 20-some member team and enhancing the customer experience at HomeTrust,…

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Travis Rada

Travis Rada lends to small businesses nationwide. As an SBA Business Development Officer, he finds purpose in helping borrowers achieve their dreams by buying businesses or expanding operations. He specializes in Small Business Administration 7(a), 504 loans up to $5MM with a focus on franchise financing, business acquisitions, expansion and start-up loans, partner buyouts, and…

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Whitney Riddle

Since joining HomeTrust in 2017, Whitney Riddle has worked to create and grow the Treasury Implementation Department with a particular focus on Community Association Banking. In her current role as Treasury Management Implementation Manager, Whitney oversees a multi-person team focused on onboarding property management companies and implementing services including ACH payments, remote deposit captures, fraud…

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Gene Rogero

Gene Rogero has provided financing for equipment needs ranging from material handling equipment for a large food processor in North Carolina to a public safety helicopter for a sheriff's department in Florida. As a Vice President and Equipment Finance Regional Sales Manager at HomeTrust, Gene aims to offer seamless financing solutions by paying close attention…

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Patrick Smith

More than two decades ago, Patrick Smith started his career as a personal banker. Today, he exercises the role of Vice President in the SBA Business Development division of HomeTrust Bank, where he works with clients throughout Georgia and the Southeast. In his capacity, Patrick specializes in SBA solutions for partner buyouts; acquisitions, startups, and…

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Josh Tallent

Josh Tallent, a Vice President and Osaic Institutions Advisor Representative, has been offering financial advice and planning services for more than 15 years. Through many cycles of the financial markets, Josh aims to be an advocate and knowledgeable guide who helps clients pursue their financial goals. After getting to know those he works with, Josh…

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Katherine Wilson

As a HomeTrust Treasury Sales Officer based in Roanoke, Katherine Wilson uses her analytical skills to assimilate complex information and help clients. Katherine takes a consultative approach to understanding cash flow cycles and developing treasury management and deposit solutions to make her clients’ day-to-day operations more efficient. She works with companies, municipalities, and nonprofits in…

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Cherlon Young

As a native of Madison County, Cherlon Young is passionate about supporting the growth of small businesses at a locally-owned bank where "a handshake still conveys promise." Cherlon started her career as a bank teller and spent the next three decades working her way up the ranks and retiring as a top performing branch manager…

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Brad Zinn

Brad Zinn, an SBA Business Development Officer, provides financing to small businesses nationwide in industries ranging from home health to manufacturing. He believes every business has a different story, and he aims to listen to each individual’s unique needs before offering up financial solutions. He specializes in National Small Business Administration (SBA 7(a), 504) loans…

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