Southern First Bancshares, Inc. Appoints Chris Zych as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President

Southern First Bancshares, Inc., holding company for Southern First Bank, has announced the appointment of Chris Zych as chief financial officer and executive vice president.

Greenville, SC – Southern First Bancshares, Inc., the holding company for Southern First Bank, has appointed Chris Zych as its new chief financial officer and executive vice president. Zych brings 30 years of experience in the banking industry to his new role, having most recently served as director of corporate development and investor relations at United Community Bank.

In his previous role, Zych played an integral part in developing investor relationships and promoting United Community Bank’s growth and consistent performance. This experience will be valuable as he joins Southern First Bank and helps to tell the unique story of the bank’s organic growth and success.

Art Seaver, CEO of Southern First Bancshares, Inc., expressed his enthusiasm for Zych’s appointment, stating, “Chris will be an asset to our bank with his rich history in developing investor relationships and will help us tell the unique story of Southern First’s organic growth and consistent performance.”

Zych is a seasoned leader in financial management and analysis, with a strong track record in formulating and executing corporate and financial strategies. He also brings expertise in investor relations management, a skill that will be valuable in his new role as chief financial officer and executive vice president.

Zych holds an MBA from Wake Forest University School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in finance from Bentley University. He is excited about joining Southern First Bank and contributing to the bank’s mission of improving the lives of its clients and making a positive impact in the community.

“I am excited and honored to join a top community bank, focused on improving the lives of clients and making a significant, positive impact in the community,” Zych said. “Its local markets are some of the very best, and I believe Southern First will have endless opportunities to grow and thrive over the next many years. I am eager to work alongside this great team as we drive its performance and continued success.”

Southern First Bank is a community bank based in Greenville, South Carolina. The bank is known for its commitment to personalized service and its dedication to helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals. With Zych’s appointment as chief financial officer and executive vice president, Southern First Bank is poised for continued success and growth.