Justin Sparcher AVP, Community Bank Manager, Summit Community Bank Justin is the consummate community servant in both Bluefields (he resides in the City of Bluefield, WV, and his branch is located in the town of Bluefield, VA). He served in leadership positions in Boy Scout Troop #1018, where he became Eagle Scout. He was a member for several years of the Bluefield, WV Fireman’s Civil Service Commission. He was on the Church Council of Immanuel Lutheran, where he is a lifelong member. He volunteered for the ever-growing Holiday of Lights and helps the Bluefield Beautification Commission raise funds with their “Winter Warmer” events. Justin was a member of the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce of the Two Virginias. He currently serves on the Advisory Board of the W. Paul Cole, Jr. College of Business at Bluefield President of the Belpre Area Chamber of Commerce, and was past Rotary board member, past Mid-Ohio Valley Chamber of Commerce’s women in leadership committee chair, past Junior League of Parkersburg board member, and Juleps Pathways playground committee chair and donor. She also volunteers annually for the Wood County Society telethon, which works to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Favorite part about working in a bank? Working at a bank is fulfilling. It involves gaining knowledge about various financial products, services, and industry trends. I appreciate the opportunities for advancement, allowing employees to grow and develop their skills over time. Morgan Hodge Vice President, Retail Regional Manager, City National Bank With nine years of experience in the banking industry, Morgan has established herself as a leader among her peers and a trusted customer favorite in her markets. Morgan began her banking career at City as a personal banker in 2014 and quickly earned a promotion to branch manager of the busiest office out of 94 branches in the bank. After many strong performances, including the bank-wide Branch-of-the-Year award, Morgan earned a promotion to her current role as Vice President and Region Manager of a $400-million-dollar region, the youngest region manager in the bank, where she continues to excel. Morgan is a graduate of the WVBA School of Banking, WVBA Branch Manager School and the WVBA Emerging Leaders program. Favorite thing about living in West Virginia? Although I didn’t grow up in this great state, it has been my home for 11+ years now. There is a comfort that I feel in living and working in West Virginia. I believe it starts with the people, but most importantly the relationships I’ve formed over the years with customers, acquaintances and coworkers. The state is made up of amazing, hard-working individuals who want the best for their families, neighbors and friends. I am proud to live and work here and to represent the state that has become home to me! State University. He is the Past President of the Bluefield Lions Club and the Sales Executives Club, is a member of their Boards of Directors and is a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. On the Bluefield, VA, side of the state line, Justin is a Trustee of First United Methodist Church and a member of the Board of Directors of the Graham High School Academic Foundation. Several times each year, he helps with the “Field Fest” events which bring visitors and their dollars to the town of Bluefield. He is also Treasurer of the Downtown Development Corporation. At the request of his Alma Mater, Bluefield University where he earned a B.S. Degree in Business Management with a minor in Criminal Justice, Justin spoke at the College of Business Alumni Forum (Ram 2 Ram). Your favorite part of working in a bank? As a fifth-generation banker, my favorite part of working in a bank is conversing with my customers. They frequently come by to visit, even when they have no banking business to transact. I am humbled when patrons of Summit Community Bank pass by a closer branch and then drive even further to come to my branch. This is a testament to my employees, who are a close-knit group and treat customers as they would want to be treated themselves. Jennifer Moore Vice President/Branch Manager, City National Bank For nearly a decade, Jen has led City’s Hurricane and Winfield offices, both routinely placing among the top five in 9 West Virginia Banker
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