Slaughter named VP/lending officer at Century Bank's Rockmart office

Media release: Century Bank of Georgia is pleased to announce the promotion of Jay Slaughter as Assistant Vice President and Lending Officer of their Rockmart location. Slaughter will have overall responsibility for the bank's small business lending efforts in Rockmart and growing the loan portfolio.

Slaughter joined Century Bank of Georgia in August of 2011 as Special Assets Officer and has worked in the banking industry since 2005. "I'm excited to be in Rockmart and to be part of a great team. We have a wonderful customer base here, a dedicated staff and plenty of money to lend to help our local businesses grow and succeed," said Slaughter.

"Jay played an integral role during our recent acquisition of the former Community Bank of Rockmart. He is a dedicated community banker and is truly passionate about helping people. Rockmart is an important part of our bank's focus, and the addition of Jay helps to round out our great staff to provide an even higher level of service and expertise," said Rick Drews, Chief Executive Officer, Century Bank of Georgia.

Slaughter is a graduate of Cartersville High School, attended the University of Georgia and received his Bachelor of History Degree from Kennesaw State University. Slaughter and his family reside in Cartersville, Georgia.