Mark Sammons

At Truist, our purpose is to inspire and build better lives and communities. That happens through real care to make things better. To meet client needs, to empower teammates, and to lift up communities.

At Truist, our purpose is to inspire and build better lives and communities. That happens through real care to make things better. To meet client needs, to empower teammates, and to lift up communities.

History The first discussions by Bank of Lexington's organizers were to raise $12 million in capital. While this amount was aggressive it was believed to be attainable. At the end of the day, there were enough investors to raise nearly $14 million in capital. With the funds in place, the organizers could move forward. Realizing that a bank is only as strong as its foundation, a board of directors was assembled featuring a number of successful members of our community. The board of directors, headed by Chairman Daniel McQueen, then put together a management team that has an average of eighteen ( 18 ) years of banking experience in the Central Kentucky area. John L. Mauldin was chosen to be President and Chief Executive Officer. Bank of Lexington was granted a charter as a state commercial bank and opened for business on February 6, 2006. The original main office was on The bank's name and logo are still featured prominently at the top of this building. These locations were utilized until a new