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Branch Managers

HomeTrust Bank’s Branch Managers spend time getting to know you and your business. Find the branch manager in your area now. Select your region to see the team member nearest you, learn more about them, and contact them to get started.

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Gale Hlifka

Gale Hlifka

Associate Branch Manager
NMLS# 2482718
LOCATION: Arden

I started my banking experience straight out of high school as a teller. While banking has changed in many ways, the enjoyment I get out of getting to know our customers has not. I love talking to people and finding out how I can better help them with their financial goals.

EXPERIENCE:

13 years banking experience

AFFILIATIONS:

Grace Fellowship Baptist Church

Tamara Loftlin

Tamara Loftlin

Branch Manager
NMLS# 749371
LOCATION: Hendersonville

I take a genuine interest in helping people work towards their financial goals. I strive to foster a welcoming, trusting, and professional environment for our clients. I love for them to feel “at home” within their bank.

EXPERIENCE:

I have over 25 years experience in the financial industry. Twenty of those years have been in leadership positions. I am a multifaceted certified life coach and relationship builder.

EDUCATION:
  • Florida Technical College, academic unit of NUC University with concentration in Marketing, Business Management and Human Resources
  • Transformation Academy – Dean’s List
  • Professional Life Coach Certification – Psychology, Marketing, and Practical Application
Kristy Norton

Kristy Norton

Branch Manager
NMLS# 2289792
LOCATION: Weaverville

Remembering to treat others the way you would want to be treated builds the trust of your clients and helps them achieve peace of mind. 

CLIENT FOCUS:

Banking is a joy to me – it allows me to interact with people, helping them make sound decisions about their financial goals. My motivation is seeing how I have been able to help someone reach a positive outcome in any given situation.

EXPERIENCE:

I have been in banking for a total of 28 years in the Buncombe county area. I have worked in Weaverville for the last 7 years.

EDUCATION:
  • Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies
Mark Hampshire

Mark Hampshire

Associate Branch Manager
NMLS# 1079352
LOCATION: Weaverville

I am passionate about getting to know our clients and helping them achieve their financial goals. I am also a big believer in mentoring our employees and really enjoy coaching and guiding them so that they can reach their full potential and career goals.

EXPERIENCE:

Over 10 years of retail and business banking

EDUCATION:

Florida State University

AFFILIATIONS:
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • United Way
  • Manna Food Bank
Natasha Neuenschwander

Natasha Neuenschwander

Branch Manager
NMLS# 2082022
LOCATION: Arden

Born and raised in Macedonia, I moved to the United States 13 years ago, and am now a proud US citizen. As a HomeTrust Bank customer for many years I witnessed how this local bank cared for its customers. That led me to become a part of this work family. Knowing a few languages and coming from a different cultural background gives me the ability to understand and help with customer service.

EXPERIENCE:

I have 10 years experience in teaching and have worked 5 years as a property manager for real estate and vacation company in Maggie Valley.

EDUCATION:

Bachelors Degree in Education

AFFILIATIONS:
  • Biltmore Church
Christina Lewis

Christina Lewis

Retail Market Leader
LOCATION: Blue Ridge Region

I enjoy working with small business clients and prospects to deliver financial products and services such as lending, deposits and treasury.

EXPERIENCE:

Nearly 20 years of banking experience ranging from retail, small business banking and treasury services in the Tri Cities.

EDUCATION:
  • Milligan College ( B. S. in Business Administration)
  • Southeastern School of Banking
AFFILIATIONS:

Carter County Board of Education Parent Involvement Committee

Brandon White

Brandon White

Branch Manager
NMLS# 1519173
LOCATION: South Asheville

I enjoy building relationships by delivering personal service and offering solutions to fit my customer’s needs. I work hard to exceed expectations to build trust by delivering the best service experience possible.

EXPERIENCE:

25 years of banking experience.

AFFILIATIONS:
  • United Way
  • American Cancer Society
Leisa Capps

Leisa Capps

Branch Manager
NMLS# 429983
LOCATION: Downtown Asheville

I was born and raised in Asheville, NC and enjoy working with the people here, getting to know them and helping them to achieve their financial goals.

EXPERIENCE:

Over 25 years of retail banking experience.

AFFILIATIONS:
  • Leadership Asheville Graduate 2010
  • Eblen Charities Volunteer since 2001
Bria B. Davis

Bria B. Davis

Retail Market Leader
NMLS# 1307294
LOCATION: Carolinas Region

It is my mission to live my life with honesty and integrity, all the while being mindful and respectful of others. I strongly believe in giving back to the community as well as building meaningful relationships with others. These principles help guide me when serving my customers and helping them with their financial needs.

EXPERIENCE:

I have spent my entire banking career here at HomeTrust Bank. I started in 2006 in the Clyde Branch, as a Retail Associate. I was promoted to the Branch Sales and Service Manager in 2009, and in 2015 moved to the Waynesville Office.

EDUCATION:

BSBA in Business Administration from Western Carolina University with a concentration in Management.

AFFILIATIONS:
  • Haywood County Schools Foundation Board Member
  • Altrusa Club of Waynesville Treasurer
  • Haywood County United Way Campaign Chair for the 2016 campaign.