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Ameris Bank to Expand into Nashville Market

  • Ameris Bank announced plans to open a new office in Nashville, Tennessee, by the end of 2026 to expand its commercial banking presence in the Southeast.
  • Justin McClain joins the bank as Nashville market leader & will report to President Lawton Bassett, bringing nearly two decades of banking experience.
  • Experienced bankers Charlie Ogden & Jesse Lee will join McClain on the new Nashville team to support local financial needs.
  • The expansion aligns with Ameris Bank's strategy of investing in high-growth Southeast markets while maintaining a focus on relationship banking.
  • Ameris Bank operates 163 full-service locations across five southeastern states & manages $28.1 billion in assets as of March 31, 2026.
  • The bank was named to Forbes' list of America's Best Banks for 2026 & serves customers nationwide through select lending channels.