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Susan Puryear Appointed Vice President, Director of Professional Banking and Investment Services

Asheville, NC—Susan Puryear has joined HomeTrust Bank as a Vice President and Director of Professional Banking and Investment Services. She holds responsibility for the strategic direction of the professional banking and investment services division, which includes business development and retention. She is also responsible for product development and delivery along with operational risk management and execution.

“I’m thrilled to be joining HomeTrust Bank,” says Puryear. “The strategic vision and leadership inspire me, and it is exciting to be a part of an organization that demonstrates a genuine concern for the needs of its customers, centered around smart financial solutions. I look forward to enhancing the service we provide for our customers.”

Puryear brings decades of banking experience to her new position. Prior to HomeTrust, she served as Vice President, Wealth Advisor with BB&T Bank in Asheville, NC and as a Relationship Manager that advocated for established clients and their families. Before that, she was Vice President, Commercial Leader with RBC Bank in Asheville, NC where she cultivated and managed client relationships for a portfolio of middle market corporate clients.

“Susan’s depth of experience and success in wealth management and business development, combined with her innovative, collaborative approach to managing her team provides HomeTrust the opportunity to further enhance our customer experience,” says Latrella McElrath, Senior Vice President, Business Banking and Professional Banking Group Executive. “We are excited that Susan has joined our leadership team and look forward to working with her as she takes our Professional Banking and Investment Services groups to the next level.”

Puryear will work from HomeTrust’s downtown Asheville, NC location. She graduated from Georgia Southern University with a BBA in Finance and Banking. Puryear is married with two children and lives in Asheville, NC. She enjoys outdoor activities including hiking, running, swimming, and traveling. Puryear also serves as the Board Treasurer for RiverLink and is a member of Biltmore Church.