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FIRST COMMUNITY BANK WELCOMES COLTON

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March 19, 2025


First Community Bank is pleased to announce that Jeremy Colton has joined the legal department as vice president, collection officer. In this role, Colton will manage the collection of all impaired assets across the bank’s footprint.
 
A Batesville native, Colton brings over 14 years of experience in the financial and collections industry. After beginning his career at First Community Bank while in college, he spent over a decade at a regional collection agency, where he most recently served as vice president of operations. He holds a bachelor’s degree in finance with a banking emphasis and an MBA from Arkansas State University. Additionally, he is certified as an ACA (Association of Credit and Collection Professionals) International Professional Collection Specialist.
 
Colton expressed his enthusiasm for returning to First Community Bank, stating, “It truly feels like I’m coming home. First Community Bank is more than just a workplace—it’s an organization that invests in its employees and the communities it serves. I’m honored to be part of a team that values both professional excellence and community involvement.”
 
Laura Brissey, executive vice president, general counsel for First Community Bank, shared her thoughts on Colton’s addition to the team. “Jeremy’s industry experience, strong leadership skills, and connection to the communities we serve make him a valuable asset to our organization. We are excited to welcome him back to First Community Bank and look forward to the positive impact he will make.”
 
He and his wife, Kendra, who is a physical therapist at STARS, have been married since 2012. Together, they have three daughters: Merritt, 4, and twins Mason and Murphy, 1. In his free time, Colton enjoys following Razorback sports, participating in fantasy football, working in his yard, traveling, and most importantly, spending time with his family.
 
The lobby at First Community Bank’s Batesville headquarters, located at 1325 Harrison Street, operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays. The drive-through is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Fridays and from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Additional Batesville branches include the downtown location at 301 E. Main Street, the Eagle Mountain branch at 3 Eagle Mountain Boulevard, and the Southside branch at 1 Allen Chapel Road, ensuring convenient access across the community.



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