COLUMBIA, Tenn. (January 31, 2024) – First Farmers and Merchants Corporation (OTC Pink: FFMH), the holding company for First Farmers and Merchants Bank, announced that J. Dianne Gordon was named Branch Administration Officer of the Bank.
“Dianne is a 40-year veteran of First Farmers and Merchants Bank and will be responsible for the efficient and effective operations of the Bank’s branch network in her role as Branch Administration Officer,” stated Brian K. Williams, First Farmers’ Chairman and CEO. “Her deep knowledge of First Farmers’ operations and experience across our branch network will be important assets to her successful oversight of First Farmers branches.
“Dianne joined the bank in 1980 and has served in many capacities within our branches. She was Head Teller at our Main Office, Main Office Operations Manager, Branch Platform Coordinator and a Branch Manager. She also served as Regional Bank Training Manager, Regional Director of Operations/Teller Coordinator and most recently as a Branch Administrator. In her new role, Dianne will monitor the operations of the Bank’s branches with a focus on the achievement of profitability and efficiency goals including the deployment of staff resources. She will provide management oversight and direction for the ongoing development of branch team members. She will also be the primary point of contact for technical issues and problem resolution in the branch network,” concluded Williams.
Dianne is a devoted individual who actively contributes to her community through her involvement in her church and managing the family farm alongside her husband of over 40 years. Her unwavering commitment to service and family values is evident in every aspect of her life.
About First Farmers and Merchants Corporation and First Farmers and Merchants Bank
First Farmers and Merchants Corporation is the holding company for First Farmers and Merchants Bank, a community bank serving the Middle Tennessee area through 22 offices in seven Middle Tennessee counties. As of December 31, 2023, First Farmers reported total assets of approximately $1.9 billion, total shareholders’ equity of approximately $124 million, and administered trust assets of $5.9 billion. For more information about First Farmers, visit us on the Web at www.myfirstfarmers.com under “Investor Relations.”
