People on the move 08/21/06

Bank of Missouri appoints president

Larry J. Hall has been appointed community bank president for The Bank of Missouri in Jackson. He follows John M. Thompson, who now serves as president for all Bank of Missouri locations. Hall has lived in Jackson for more than 20 years, has more than 25 years of banking experience and is active in the Jackson community, Thompson said. He attended Arkansas State University and graduated from the University of Oklahoma Commercial Lending School. He continues his education through multiple trade associations. The Bank of Missouri is an independent, locally owned and operated bank, chartered in 1891 with assets in excess of $430 million. It has banks in Jackson, Perryville, Cape Girardeau, Marble Hill and Columbia, Mo.

Local agent earns GRI designation

Debbie Jennings has been awarded the Graduate, Realtor Institute designation by the Missouri Association of Realtors. She received the honor after completing 90 hours of specific education outlined by the National Association of Realtors. The Missouri Realtor Institute, which is offered through the state association, provides training in real estate practice, which results in increased professionalism and enhanced business success, according to the promotional release. Jennings is associated with RE/MAX Achievers.

First State announces new president, new VP

Charles Daniel, president of First State Community Bank in Cape Girardeau, has announced his retirement effective immediately. While retired, he plans to stay active with the bank by serving in a consultant capacity and will remain on the board of directors. The president's position will be filled by Butch Holyfield effective immediately. Holyfield has served the banking industry for more than 30 years and has been with First State Community Bank more than two years in commercial and mortgage lending. Meanwhile, Retta Miller has been promoted to vice president. Miller has served in the banking and financial industry for more than 25 years and has worked with First State Community Bank for the past three years as branch manager. First State Community Bank is owned and operated by First State Bancshares Inc., a financial services holding company with $683 million in total assets based in Farmington, Mo., since 1954.

-- From staff reports