Simmons Bank Announces $25,000 Donation to St. Peter Catholic Church in Honor of Former Board Member W. Scott McGeorge
Simmons Bank announced today a $25,000 donation to St. Peter Catholic Church in honor of former board member W. Scott McGeorge. The gift will support the repair and remodel of St. Raphael Church in Pine Bluff, which was established in 1932.
“For many years we’ve been privileged to have Scott as an influential director on our board,” said George Makris, Jr. executive chairman and chairman of the board of Simmons Bank. “He has provided valuable insight and contributions as we geographically diversified our franchise and I’m extremely grateful for the leadership he has brought to Simmons over the years. On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I extend our gratitude and appreciation for his nearly two decades of dedicated and thoughtful service.”
McGeorge joined Simmons board of directors in 2005 and also served as a member of the board of the directors of Simmons First National Corporation, where he most recently served as a member of both the Audit and Compensation Committees. A graduate of the University of Arkansas and former officer in the U.S. Coast Guard, McGeorge is the senior member of a group of McGeorge and McGeorge – Dickinson family-owned companies that include Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel Co., McGeorge Contracting Co., Inc., and Cornerstone Farm and Gin Co. where he serves as Chairman, Chairman, and Vice President, respectively.
Simmons Bank Announces $25,000 Donation to the Simmons First Foundation in Honor of Former Board Member Jay Burchfield
(Pine Bluff, Ark.) – Simmons Bank announced today a $25,000 donation to the Simmons First Foundation in honor of former board member Jay Burchfield.
“Jay’s extensive knowledge of the financial industry and insight have been invaluable to us,” said George Makris, Jr. executive chairman and chairman of the board of Simmons Bank. “We have all benefited from his track record of strategic thinking and focus on execution. Jay’s leadership and collaboration on the board will be greatly missed, and we are deeply grateful for the significant contributions he has made to our company during his tenure.”
Burchfield joined Simmons board of directors in 2015 and also served as a member of the board of directors of Simmons First National Corporation, where he most recently served as a member of both the Audit and Compensation Committees. A graduate of Central Missouri State University and veteran of the U.S. Army, Burchfield is the retired Chairman of Ozark Trust and Investment Corporation and its subsidiary company, Trust Company of the Ozarks. His career spanned over 40 years, primarily in the banking and financial services industry.
The Simmons First Foundation was established in 2014 to help give back to the communities that have been so vital to our continuing growth and success. Former Simmons CEO Tommy May leads the foundation and stewards its mission to improve the lives of children through programs that enhance education and healthcare. Additionally, the foundation has established an endowment to support environmental & conservation efforts.
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Simmons Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC), a Mid-South based financial holding company that has paid cash dividends for 115 consecutive years. Simmons Bank operates 233 branches in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas. Founded in 1903, Simmons Bank offers comprehensive financial solutions delivered with a client-centric approach. In 2024, Simmons Bank was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the 2024-2025 Best Companies to Work For in the South and by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Banks 2024 in Tennessee. In 2023, Simmons Bank was recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers and among the World’s Best Banks for the fourth consecutive year. Additional information about Simmons Bank can be found on our website at simmonsbank.com, by following @Simmons_Bank on X (formerly Twitter) or by visiting our newsroom.
