February lucheon with Susan Stephenson
Our February luncheon was another great success. We were excited to have Susan Stephenson, who did a wonderful job explaining and discussing the current banking industry.
She is the Co-Founder, Co-Chairman and President of Independent Bank in Memphis, Tennessee. Established in 1998, Independent Bank is now an $800 million institution, the second largest bank headquartered in Shelby County. One of the fastest growing financial institutions in Tennessee history, Independent Bank is also one of the top performing banks in the state and country in terms of earnings, margins and asset quality.
Prior to starting Independent Bank, she was Chairman, President and CEO of Boatmen’s Bank of Tennessee. When named to the position in 1995, the 37-year-old Stephenson was the first female Chairman and CEO of a Tennessee bank. Following their acquisition of Boatmen’s Bancshares, Nations Bank appointed her President of their Memphis/West Tennessee market.
She provided a thought-provoking lecture that was timely and interesting. We appreciate her spending time with our group.