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Coastal States Bank (NASDAQ:COSO) announced that Carol Stone, Senior Vice President and Commercial Lender, has been inducted into the Home Builders Association of Georgia Hall of Fame. With 35 years of industry experience, Stone has served in key roles including Associate Vice President and Executive Committee member for the Greater Savannah HBA.

Stone's recognition includes multiple awards such as Associate of the Year for HBAG, GAHBA, and Greater Savannah HBA, along with the GAHBA Presidential Award and Lewis Cenker Award. The induction ceremony took place at the Annual HBAG Fall Convention on Amelia Island in September.

Coastal States Bank (NASDAQ:COSO) has strengthened its Atlanta retail banking team with two key appointments. Ronye Cooper joins as Assistant Vice President and Team Leader for the Sandy Springs branch, bringing over 15 years of industry experience. SJ Lofton has been appointed Assistant Vice President and Team Leader at the Akers Mill branch in Cobb County.

Both leaders will focus on business development and client account management for consumers and small businesses in their respective branches. Chief Retail and Experience Officer Rhonda Thornton emphasized that these appointments align with CSB's mission of delivering customized, relationship-driven banking services to local communities.

Coastal States Bank (COSO) has promoted Laura Fraser to the position of Lowcountry Market President. Fraser, who previously served as Regional Credit Officer for Savannah and Lowcountry markets, brings over 15 years of commercial banking experience to her new role.

In her new position, Fraser will lead commercial banking teams across Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and Beaufort, focusing on growing business relationships and providing customized banking solutions. Her appointment aims to strengthen CSB's presence in the Lowcountry region while maintaining the bank's commitment to community-focused banking services.

Coastal States Bank (COSO) has announced significant changes to its senior leadership team. Rhonda Thornton has been appointed as Chief Retail and Experience Officer, overseeing retail operations across Lowcountry, Savannah, and Atlanta Regions. Additionally, Brian Smith has been promoted to Coastal Regional President, while Jeremy Summerell joins as Savannah Market President.

Diana McDougall, a founding member since 2004, will transition from Lowcountry Regional President to Community Engagement Officer. These strategic appointments aim to strengthen CSB's leadership structure and enhance client experience while supporting the bank's growth initiatives across its key markets.

CoastalSouth Bancshares (NYSE:COSO) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results with net income of $6.0 million, or $0.57 per diluted share, up from $5.1 million in Q1 2025. The company recently completed its IPO, raising $34.0 million through the sale of 1.7 million shares at $21.50 per share.

Key highlights include net interest margin expansion to 3.46%, loan growth of 15.0% annualized, and improved deposit metrics. Total assets reached $2.22 billion, with gross loans held for investment at $1.53 billion. Credit quality remained solid with net charge-offs at 0.06% and nonperforming assets at 0.66% of total assets.

The bank strengthened its team by adding four commercial bankers and two business development officers, positioning itself for continued growth in H2 2025.

Coastal States Bank (COSO) has appointed Scott Hall as Senior Vice President and Commercial Banker, focusing on the Alpharetta and North Fulton market. Hall brings over 25 years of commercial banking experience in Metro Atlanta and will be responsible for acquiring and growing commercial client relationships in Atlanta's northern communities.

Hall's educational background includes degrees from The University of Georgia, Piedmont College, and the Graduate School of Banking at LSU. He has completed leadership programs including Leadership North Fulton and Leadership Forsyth, and has been involved with the Georgia Bankers Association and Risk Management Association.

Coastal States Bank (CSB) has announced the appointment of Terence Lewis as Senior Vice President, Commercial Banker for the Atlanta region. Lewis brings over 25 years of commercial banking experience in the Atlanta market and will focus on acquiring and supporting business client relationships across South Fulton and Atlanta.

According to Gary Dowell, CSB's Atlanta Regional President, Lewis's deep community commitment and expertise in providing tailored banking solutions will be valuable for client success. Lewis serves as an advisory board member for Frontline Response and holds degrees from Georgia State University and the Graduate School of Banking at LSU, along with completing Leadership Georgia.

Coastal States Bank (CSB) announced the appointment of Gavin Shook as Senior Vice President, Commercial Banker for its Atlanta Region.

With over 20 years of experience in commercial banking and extensive knowledge of the Atlanta market, Gavin will focus on acquiring and expanding commercial client relationships.

Gavin is an alumnus of Georgia Southern University and the Georgia Banking School at the University of Georgia.

CSB's Atlanta Regional President, Gary Dowell, welcomed Gavin, highlighting his alignment with CSB's commitment to relationship banking.