“This promotion is in recognition of Jim’s long-term service to HomeTrust Bank and the leadership that he provides on a day-to-day basis,” stated Charles Abbitt, Senior Vice President & Chief Credit Officer of HomeTrust Bank. “We are pleased that Jim always places the highest priority on meeting the financial needs of our customers, while following sound mortgage underwriting principles and practices which protect our bank and our customers,” added Abbitt.
Darby is a member of both the local and national chapters of the Mortgage Bankers of Western North Carolina. He is also a past member of the Mortgage Bankers Association, and has served as a member and officer of Toastmaster’s Ridgefield (1st Vice President) and Credit Professionals International (both local and national leadership positions). Darby received his undergraduate degree from Mars-Hill College in 1986, with concentrations in finance and management. He has also obtained additional financial training through The Institute of Financial Education, and is currently enrolled in the Mortgage Bankers School of Mortgage Banking. Darby, his wife Anita, and their two daughters reside in Candler.
About HomeTrust Bank
HomeTrust Bank is an FDIC-insured, mutually owned bank with an 82-year history of serving families and businesses in Western North Carolina. HomeTrust Bank offers a variety of home loans, consumer loans, Better-Than-Free checking accounts, Online Banking, and a broad range of investment options to help families build a secure financial future. The Bank also offers a full array of financial products designed especially for businesses.
HomeTrust Bank, along with Tryon Federal Bank, Shelby Savings Bank, Home Savings Bank and Rutherford County Bank, comprise the HomeTrust Banking Partnership. By combining their resources in Partnership, each member institution has expanded their ability to provide new products and services, more convenient locations, and greater support for their local communities while preserving their hometown banking traditions.
Together, the HomeTrust Banking Partnership has assets of over $1.4 billion and is the largest mutual bank headquartered in North Carolina and the 2nd largest in the Southeast.
The independent rating agency of Bauer Financial gave the HomeTrust Banking Partnership its highest 5-star rating as of the most recent quarter-end. Other independent rating agencies of community banks also give the HomeTrust Banking Partnership high marks.
HomeTrust Bank has offices in Buncombe, Henderson, and Haywood Counties. Tryon Federal Bank, Shelby Savings Bank, Home Savings Bank and Rutherford County Bank have offices in Polk, Cleveland, Rockingham and Rutherford Counties, respectively.