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Leading From the Front at the Murrells Inlet Branch

Denise Brown is a people-first banker.  As VP, retail business development officer and branch manager of the Murrells Inlet office, she prides herself on helping both customers and her team members take the next step in their careers and their finances.  Denise graduated from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green with a corporate communications degree […]

From the Yard to Banking, Danny Siau Helps Communities

Danny Siau came to banking through an unlikely route. Maybe it’s more accurate to say that banking came to him.  South Atlantic’s North Coast Regional Executive received the call to the banking industry in the late 80s while working as a yard supervisor at the port of Georgetown. As ships came to port to drop […]

Building a Lasting Impact

Len Howell brings 35-years of banking experience to South Atlantic Bank. He will serve as our South Coast Regional Executive Vice President where he will oversee commercial lending and regional executives.  Len’s territory ranges from Charleston, south to Hilton Head, Beaufort, and Bluffton. He looks forward to the challenge of building the bank’s presence in […]

Lights, Camera, Save!

Teen Video Contest Underway at South Atlantic Bank South Atlantic Bank is accepting submissions for its “Lights, Camera, Save” video contest.  The contest, organized by the American Bankers Association Foundation, is a national competition that encourages teens to use video to communicate the value of sound money management and set their peers on a sound […]

Expanding into New Neighborhoods

South Atlantic Bank exists to serve the financial needs of our coastal community. We continually work to assist in economic development in new markets. Recently, the bank expanded into Beaufort and is investing more resources into the area. South Carolina is home to some of the fastest-growing markets in the country, and Northern Beaufort County […]

Matt Hobert Joins South Atlantic Bank as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer!

South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK) announces that Matt Hobert has been named Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer. Hobert will oversee the Accounting, Internal Audit, and Compliance teams. Matt earned a B.B.A. degree in Accounting and a Masters of Accountancy from the University of Georgia. He is a CPA and holds his Series 79 securities […]

Molly Keen Joins South Atlantic Bank as Towne Centre Market Executive!

South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK) announces that Molly Keen has been named senior vice president, Towne Centre market executive. Keen has 24 years of banking experience in the Myrtle Beach market and is a Myrtle Beach native. She will focus on growing commercial banking relationships in the Carolina Forest and Myrtle Beach areas. She […]

Len Howell Joins South Atlantic Bank as South Coast Regional Executive!

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, February 3, 2022 – South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK) is pleased to announce we have hired Len Howell as executive vice president, South Coast regional executive. He will oversee the bank’s commercial relationship managers and regional executives in the Charleston, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort and Bluffton markets.

Taking Care of Our Communities

In true South Atlantic spirit, our very own John Rowe III doesn’t stop serving the needs of his neighbors in the Grand Strand when he leaves the office each day. Having grown up in this area himself, Rowe feels tied to his community in more ways than one. He enjoys volunteering his time and energy […]

Forging Brighter Futures in the Lowcountry

Since our founding in 2007, South Atlantic Bank has worked constantly to advance our communities and the individuals and businesses who call the coast home. Our entire team keeps busy donating their time, energy, and resources to various initiatives throughout our footprint, but one individual stands out for her work with multiple organizations.  Mollie Sandman, […]

Mark Mercuri Joins South Atlantic Bank as Senior Vice President and Commercial Relationship Manager!

South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK) announces that Mark Mercuri has joined the Mount Pleasant office as senior vice president, commercial relationship manager. Mercuri has more than 25 years of experience as a commercial lender in the Charleston market. He is a graduate of Francis Marion University with a BS degree in economics and completed […]

Christian Kata Joins South Atlantic Bank!

South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK) announces that Christian Kata has joined the South Atlantic Bank commercial lending team as senior vice president, commercial relationship manager for Beaufort. Kata has 10 years of commercial banking experience in the Beaufort market. He is a graduate of the University of South Carolina with a B.S. degree in […]

South Atlantic Bank Welcomes Tiffany Crawford!

South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK) announces that Tiffany Crawford has joined South Atlantic Bank as vice president, retail business development officer and branch manager at the bank’s Myrtle Beach office at 630 29th Ave N. Crawford has more than 20 years of experience in the banking industry. She most recently served as a retail […]

The Sense of Community Runs Deep in the Grand Strand

Years ago, the coalition of efforts to help the homeless community in Horry and Georgetown Counties was split amongst 65 agencies.  In its genesis, New Directions of Horry County worked to consolidate the independently run homeless shelters in the area under one umbrella agency. Shortly after reorganizing, it became clear that New Directions would need […]

Tax Reporting Proposal

Concerns Rise in Recent Tax Reporting Proposal from Washington Concerns rise in a recent tax reporting proposal from Washington. The Biden Administration is pushing a sweeping expansion of tax information reporting aimed at raising revenue to help offset the cost of additional spending programs in the American Families Plan. The proposal, if enacted, would require […]

Wicker Elected South Carolina Bankers Association Chairman

K. Wayne Wicker, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. and South Atlantic Bank, has been elected chairman of the South Carolina Bankers Association (SCBA).

Wicker Reappointed to S.C. State Board of Financial Institutions

K. Wayne Wicker, chairman of the board and chief executive officer of South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. and South Atlantic Bank, will serve a second term on the South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions. He was appointed by Gov. McMaster and approved by the SC Senate on May 11, 2021.

#BanksNeverAskThat

Scams are one thing you don’t want to unwrap this holiday season. Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. Add to that this time of expanded use of online banking and the busy holiday shopping season, and the problem is only growing […]

#BanksNeverAskThat

Can You Spot a Phishing Scam? Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online banking, the problem is only growing worse. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s report on fraud estimates that American consumers […]

IRS Economic Impact Payments

The IRS began sending out the early rounds of economic impact payments on April 11th via direct deposit. For most eligible taxpayers who filed returns in 2018 and 2019 and most seniors and retirees, payments are automatic and no action is required. The IRS plans to send a letter to the taxpayer’s last known address […]

Serving Our Customers During COVID-19

To our customers and friends, We are updating you today regarding the measures we are taking at South Atlantic Bank considering the ever evolving COVID-19 environment. Our priorities remain, as always, to ensure the safety and well-being of our employees and the communities we serve, all while providing our standard exemplary customer service. After meeting […]

Towne Centre Grand Opening!

The Grand Opening of our Towne Centre office scheduled for Thursday, March 19th has been postponed. A new date will be announced as soon as we are able to reschedule. The health and safety of our community is our top priority.

Help Us as We Support the Grand Strand Miracle Leagues

Help Us as We Support the Grand Strand Miracle Leagues with our Annual Fundraiser! Make a donation today at any of our offices.

Merger Complete of Atlantic Bancshares

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, April 2, 2018 – South Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCQX: SABK) (“South Atlantic”), parent of South Atlantic Bank, today announced the closing of its acquisition of Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCPink: ATBA) (“Atlantic Bancshares”), parent of Atlantic Community Bank, effective April 2, 2018. Atlantic Bancshares had assets of approximately $85 million. The acquisition expands South Atlantic’s […]

Merger Receives Regulatory Approval

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, March 13, 2018 – South Atlantic Bancshares,Inc.  (OTCQX: SABK) (“South Atlantic”), parent of South  Atlantic Bank, today announced it has received regulatory approvals from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the South Carolina Board of Financial Institutions necessary to complete the previously announced merger with Atlantic Bancshares, Inc. (OTCPink: ATBA) (“Atlantic Bancshares”), […]

Staff Promotions

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, January 25, 2018 –South Atlantic Bank announced the promotion of the following employees at the Myrtle Beach office: Michelle Coletta has been promoted to senior vice president and retail sales manager for the bank. Alison Van Wagner has been promoted to assistant vice president and branch manager of the Myrtle Beach office, and Katie […]