Russ Harrington Jr., CEO of Baptist Health.
Citizens Bank of Batesville said Thursday that former Baptist Health CEO Russ Harrington had joined its board of directors.
“Growth on our Board is a key representation of our statewide expansion,” Citizens Bancshares Chairman Jeff Teague said in a news release. “Russ’s expertise and insight is a valuable addition to this important group; we are honored to have him join our Board.”
Harrington is president emeritus of Baptist Health. He retired as president and CEO in 2014.
“Supporting a progressive community bank like Citizens Bank is an important key to Arkansas’ success,” Harrington said in a news release. “I’m looking forward to partnering with them as a board member and investing in their mission and growth across Arkansas.”
Citizens Bank exceeded $1 billion in total assets last year.
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