Bryant Bank has announced the hiring of long-time Birmingham resident and local banking leader, Shawn Gillis as Senior Vice President, Correspondent Banking and Capital Markets.
Shawn brings over two decades of banking experience to Bryant Bank, with a strong background in correspondent banking and executive leadership. Originally from the Dothan area, Shawn has called Birmingham home for over 25 years, establishing deep roots within the community.
Prior to joining Bryant Bank, Shawn managed a portfolio of bank customers in seven states, offering them a vast array of services including capital markets, payment solutions, international services, asset-liability management, loan hedging and lending solutions. Shawn has also developed a valuable expertise in securities trading, holding licenses 52 and 63.
Notably, Shawn is an active participant in programs with the Alabama Bankers Association (ABA), including having been actively engaged with the Alabama Banking School, completing the ABA Executive Leadership Program and currently serving on the ABA Bankers to Leaders (b2L) Board.
“We are delighted to welcome Shawn Gillis to Bryant Bank as Senior Vice President of Correspondent Banking/Capital Markets,” said David Long, Executive Vice President, Correspondent Banking/Capital Markets at Bryant Bank. “I’ve always had the highest level of respect for Shawn, as a person, a banker and community leader. Shawn’s extensive experience and dedication to our mission of serving community banks across Alabama make him a valuable addition to our team. I look forward to the positive impact Shawn will have as we continue to prioritize serving Alabama’s community banks.”
In his personal time, Shawn enjoys quality moments with his family, exploring the great outdoors, and cheering on his favorite college sports teams. Married to Julie Gillis for 20 years, Shawn is a proud father to two daughters, Caroline and Ava. Caroline, is currently a freshman at Auburn University, while Ava, is a senior at Mountain Brook High School. He is also a devoted pet owner, sharing his home with two beloved border collies, Pepper and Charley. The Gillis family is actively engaged in their faith community and attend Church of the Highlands in Birmingham.
“I am thrilled to join the Bryant Bank Correspondent Services and Capital Markets team. Bryant Bank’s unwavering commitment to serving community banks aligns perfectly with my own values and professional goals,” said Shawn. “I am excited to contribute to the mission of meeting the needs of our valued partners across Alabama. Together, I am confident that we will continue to make a meaningful impact and further strengthen Bryant Bank’s vision to put care into action to partner with Alabama community banks across the State.”
Please join us in welcoming Shawn Gillis to the Bryant Bank family.
