Member Profile

Kyle Stonecipher’s career in banking began with a simple newspaper ad for a loan processing position at West Central Georgia Bank. Starting as a teller, he steadily advanced to his current role as vice president and chief lending officer in a career that has become central to his identity. “It’s hard for me to think of doing any other profession,” he reflected. His approach to community banking is rooted in empathy, guided by the advice that has shaped his career: “Treat everyone how you want to be treated, because you don’t know what path they’ve had to walk.” Stonecipher also finds immense satisfaction in supporting local businesses, emphasizing the vital role they play in sustaining Thomaston’s economy. “Without our local businesses, our town would suffer,” he explained, highlighting the impact of community banks in fostering economic growth. Outside of work, Stonecipher’s Oregon roots often surprise people, though he spent only a few months there before settling in Georgia. A fitness enthusiast, he starts his day with Strava to track his workouts, using it as motivation to keep pushing himself. Read his full profile here.

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