SmartFinancial Appoints Kelli Shomaker to Board

By Tamara Parker • Friday, March 28 06:01 • Permanent Link

SmartFinancial, Inc. has announced the appointment of Kelli Shomaker, a highly accomplished financial executive, to its board of directors. Shomaker brings with her over 29 years of dedicated service within the realms of higher education and financial stewardship, currently serving as the Senior Vice President for Business and Administration and Chief Financial Officer at Auburn University.

Shomaker's impressive career trajectory includes impactful roles at Texas A&M University, U.S. Global Investors, Inc., and PricewaterhouseCoopers, showcasing her breadth of expertise. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Texas A&M University and a Master of Education in Higher Education Administration from Auburn University.

Billy Carroll, President and CEO of SmartBank, expressed excitement about Shomaker's appointment, highlighting her exceptional financial acumen and proven leadership capabilities. Miller Welborn, Chairman of the Board, also emphasized the positive impact Shomaker is expected to bring to SmartBank.

In addition to her professional achievements, Shomaker is deeply committed to community enrichment and serves on several boards, including the Retirement System of Alabama, the Alabama Public Education Employees Health Insurance Plan, the Lee County Boys & Girls Club, and the NABUCO Treasury and Investment Advisory Committee. She also serves as President of the Dudley Foundation, supporting the educational pursuits and activities of Auburn University.

Shomaker expressed her enthusiasm about joining SmartBank's Board of Directors, emphasizing her commitment to organizations that prioritize innovation, community impact, and growth.

SmartFinancial, Inc. is the bank holding company for SmartBank, a full-service commercial bank with branches across Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida. Founded in 2007, SmartBank's success has been attributed to recruiting the best people, delivering exceptional client service, strategic branching and acquisitions, and a disciplined approach to lending. As a result of these announcements, the company's shares have moved 0.1% on the market, and are now trading at a price of $31.95. If you want to know more, read the company's complete 8-K report here.

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