Investar Welcomes Katie Greci as Commercial Portfolio Manager and Scott Smith as Field Auditor

November 15, 2023

Baton Rouge, La., November 15, 2023 – – Investar Bank, National Association (“Investar”) recently hired Katie Greci as Commercial Portfolio Manager and Scott Smith as Field Auditor. Greci will be responsible for the ongoing review and monitoring of commercial client portfolios, while Smith will be responsible for analyzing the collateral and related business practices of Specialty Finance clients.

A native of Baton Rouge, LA, Greci earned her Bachelor of Arts from Louisiana State University and has 18 years of experience in the industry.   She is currently active in the Junior League of Baton Rouge.

 “We are very excited to have Katie Greci as a member of the Specialty Finance team at Investar.  Katie brings extensive portfolio management experience to our group.  Her thoroughness and attention to detail allow our group and clients to succeed. Katie is a graduate of LSU in Mass Communications and is a lifelong resident of the Baton Rouge area.  She is involved in her community and will be a great ambassador of the Investar brand.” Eric Trainor, Specialty Finance Director

Smith earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Accounting from Louisiana State University. He is a licensed Certified Public Accountant and has 29 years of experience in the industry.

“We could not be more pleased to welcome Scott to the Investar family.  He brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and insight that will be incredibly valuable as we continue to serve our customers and grow our bank. He is passionate about his work, family, and community.  We are excited about the future of our organization with Scott as part of the team,” says Jeff Martin, Chief Credit Officer. 

 

Photo Caption: Katie Greci, Commercial Portfolio Manager/VP, Investar Bank

Photo Caption: Scott Smith, Field Auditor/VP, Investar Bank

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Investar Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: ISTR), the parent company of wholly-owned subsidiary Investar Bank, National Association (“Investar”), had total assets of approximately $2.8 billion as of September 30, 2023. Investar is a full-service community bank headquartered in Baton Rouge, La., offering extensive banking products and services for individuals and businesses for 17 years. The Bank has 29 branches serving several markets across south Louisiana, Texas and Alabama. Investar Bank NMLS ID# 481188. Equal Housing Lender. Member FDIC. To learn more, visit www.InvestarBank.com.