MAGNOLIA, AR, February 05, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Jeffrey L. White has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
With a career spanning over two decades in the banking industry, Mr. White serves as the executive vice president and chief lending officer at Smackover State Bank. Bearing a particular expertise in commercial lending, he is responsible for overseeing the entire loan program, with eight talented team members reporting directly to him. For his own part, Mr. White regularly presents loan products, renewal packets and new loans at board meetings to the president and chief executive officer.
In addition to his work at Smackover State Bank, Mr. White was appointed as the senior vice president and relationship manager at Cadence Bank in El Dorado, Arkansas, in 2022. Likewise, he has shared his expertise with future leaders in banking as a capstone advisor at ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking since 2023. His leadership skills were further honed through his tenure as the executive vice president, Magnolia market president, and director at Bodcaw Bank from 2018 to 2022. During this period, Mr. White notably led the expansion of Bodcaw Bank into Magnolia and grew its assets to $60 million within four years--a testament to his strong customer relationships and business acumen.
Mr. White's journey in banking began at Farmers Bank and Trust in Magnolia, Arkansas, where he advanced from the role of commercial loan officer to senior vice president between 1999 and 2018. It was during his time at Farmers Bank and Trust that Mr. White discovered his passion for banking--a passion that has fueled his impressive career trajectory ever since. His entry into the financial sector was preceded by a brief stint as a crew leader at Georgia-Pacific LLC in Crossett, Arkansas, from 1998 to 1999.
Building upon his practical experience, Mr. White has pursued academic excellence throughout his career. Initially studying marketing and computer information systems at Southern Arkansas University, he attained a Bachelor of Business Administration in 1997. Following this achievement, he attended the Barret School of Banking, graduating cum laude in 2016, and the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking, from which he earned a second banking degree in 2023.
In accounting for his success, Mr. White credits effective communication, a straightforward approach to solving issues, and treating colleagues and clients alike with respect. Beyond his professional endeavors, he is deeply committed to giving back to his community through involvement with organizations such as United Way and Boys and Girls Club. His dedication to service is reflected not only in his career but also in how he engages with those around him.
Looking ahead, Mr. White hopes to continue climbing the ranks within Smackover State Bank, with aspirations of becoming its president and chief executive officer. He aims to lead the bank into new markets through organic growth while maintaining the strong customer relationships that have been central to his success thus far.
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