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(Richmond Hill, GEORGIA)— Great Oaks Bank is excited to welcome Java Joy for a special coffee pop-up event on Wednesday, March 13, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at our Richmond Hill office. Java Joy, a program of esp., is dedicated to spreading joy through coffee service, powered by individuals with disabilities—known as Joyristas—who bring warmth, enthusiasm, and positivity to every interaction. This pop-up will offer complimentary fresh-brewed coffee, hugs, and high-fives to all who...

Scammers are targeting drivers with fake bridge toll notices, often sent via text, email, or mail. These fraudulent messages claim you owe a toll and include links to make immediate payments. Clicking on these links can lead to identity theft or financial fraud. To protect yourself: Only pay tolls through official state websites. Watch out for urgent or threatening language demanding immediate payment. Never click on links from unknown sources—go directly to the toll...

(Richmond Hill, GEORGIA)— In response to the increasing threat of identity theft, Great Oaks Bank is organizing a free Community Shred Day at its Richmond Hill office, located at 42 Town Centre Drive, on Thursday, April 17, 2025, from 9-11 am. With identity theft incidents on the rise, safeguarding personal information is crucial. Great Oaks Bank recognizes the importance of document security and invites both customers and the wider community to participate in this event. Individuals...

In today’s business environment, fraud is a growing threat that every business owner must take seriously. From phishing scams to check fraud and unauthorized transactions, these risks can disrupt operations, damage your reputation, and lead to significant financial losses. Fortunately, you can safeguard your business and streamline financial processes with the right tools and strategies. At Great Oaks Bank, we understand the challenges businesses face and are here to help. Our treasury...

(SAVANNAH, GEORGIA)— Today, the Board of Directors of Great Oaks Bank announced senior leadership changes which position the bank for continued growth. Board Chairman G. Mike Odom, Jr. announced that Bradley T. Brookshire has been elected Chief Executive Officer and Jonathan W. Seagraves has been named President of the bank. Odom, who has served as President and CEO since 2015, will continue as Executive Chairman of the Bank and as Chairman, President and CEO of Great Oaks Financial...

This holiday season, Great Oaks Bank is partnering with Brightside Child and Family Advocacy to support children in foster care across the Greater Savannah area. We are collecting essential items to brighten their lives. We invite you to join us in this effort by donating: • Books and journals • Diapers • Personal hygiene items • School uniforms • Winter coats Donations can be dropped off at any of our three office locations in Savannah, Pooler, and Richmond Hill until...

(SAVANNAH, GEORGIA)— Great Oaks Bank is proud to announce that Brian Jackson has joined its Savannah banking team as Senior Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager. With over 16 years of experience in banking and finance, Brian will be instrumental in providing commercial banking services and fostering long-term relationships with business clients throughout the region. Jackson brings a diverse skill set to Great Oaks Bank, including expertise in consultative sales, SBA loans,...

(POOLER, GEORGIA)— Great Oaks Bank will be hosting a First Responder Appreciation Breakfast on September 11, 2024 from 7 -9 AM , at its Pooler office, located at 2100 Pooler Parkway. This event is a gesture of gratitude to the brave men and women who serve our community as first responders. As we commemorate the solemn anniversary of September 11, 2001, Great Oaks Bank wishes to honor the dedication, bravery, and sacrifices of our local police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and other...

(RICHMOND HILL, GEORGIA)— Great Oaks Bank is pleased to announce the addition of Cameron Smith as Vice President, Senior Credit Officer. Cameron attended Georgia Southern University and brings a wealth of credit experience to his new role. His banking career began as a seasonal employee during his college years, and he has since held various positions, including teller, branch manager, commercial lender, and credit underwriter. Cameron and his wife, Katy, have a young son, Logan, and...

We want to bring to your attention the alarming rise in checkwashing and check theft scams targeting paper checks sent through the mail. The United States Postal Inspection Service reports recovering more than $1 BILLION in fraudulent checks and money orders each year. If you've mailed a check that was paid, but the recipient never received it, criminals may have intercepted and stolen it. Here's how these scams typically work: fraudsters use chemicals to "wash" the checks,...

As part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring the security of your accounts, we want to remind you of certain practices we will never engage in to protect you from potential bank fraud. We will never: Request personal account information through social media platforms: We will never ask for sensitive information on social media. Please refrain from sharing personal details in such channels. Ask you to verify Zelle transactions: We will not request verification of Zelle...

(Eastman, GEORGIA)— Sheena Maddox has been promoted to Cochran Office Manager at Great Oaks Bank. Since joining the bank in 2020 as a Customer Service Representative, Sheena has been focused on delivering exceptional customer service in a positive team environment. She was born in Florida but has lived in Cochran her entire life. Sheena and her husband Chris are proud parents of Kryssi, Justin, Lexi & Bentley. In Eastman, Carla Alligood has been promoted to Vice President. Carla has...