BankSouth, named one of the top 20 community banks in the nation, is pleased to welcome Jimmy Grayson to its commercial lending team. In his new position, Grayson is responsible for generating new commercial loans, including loans to builders, offering customized and streamlined lending solutions and products to clients, and management of a commercial loan portfolio.

“One of the best parts of my job is being an advocate for my clients,” said Grayson. “With the benefit of in-house underwriting and local decision making, I’m uniquely positioned to service customers on a superior level at BankSouth. Commercial lending does not have to be a daunting experience. At BankSouth, I’ll be able to get customers the answers they need in a timely and efficient manner.”

A Savannah native and graduate of Benedictine Military School, Grayson earned a B.B.A. in marketing and sales management at Georgia Southern University. Prior to joining BankSouth, he served as the former CFO at Harvin Holdings, LLC. and senior vice president at a local bank. Through his vast leadership roles and strong community relationships, Grayson has sustained a successful record of sound financial management and commercial lending.