Joel Brannon

Joel Brannon, MBA, is an accomplished banking professional currently serving as a Community Banking Officer at Tennessee State Bank since September 2021. With a diverse background in the financial sector, Brannon has held significant roles such as Commercial Relationship Manager at SmartBank, Vice President at both First Citizens Bank and First Tennessee Bank, and Vice President at Citizens National Bank. Additionally, Brannon is a co-owner of Greystone Lodge on the River and managing member of TNJ LLC, a land holding company, both of which have been active since 2010 and 2003 respectively. Educational qualifications include a Master of Business Administration from Carson-Newman College and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Clemson University, complemented by specialized training in commercial real estate lending and banking.