Brian Yates

Brian Yates is an experienced banking professional currently serving as Senior Vice President and Small Business Lending Director at Citizens Bank & Trust since December 2019. In addition, Brian Yates is an elected member of the Winter Haven City Commission, holding Seat 3 since November 2019. Prior to these roles, Brian Yates spent 15 years at CenterState Bank in various positions, including Central Florida Mortgage Production Manager and VP of Residential Sales. Earlier experience includes roles at FloridaFirst Bank, where Brian Yates started as a float teller, and at Publix Super Markets, where various promotions were achieved over a two-year span. Education includes attendance at the Florida School of Banking and Polk State College, alongside a high school diploma from Winter Haven High School.