Century is proud to announce that lender Matt Wilson has graduated from the Georgia Banking School, a prestigious program designed to develop future leaders in the banking industry.

The graduation ceremony was held May 1 at the University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education and Hotel in Athens.

Established in 1961 and administered by the Georgia Bankers Association, the Georgia Banking School is a rigorous three-year program that equips banking professionals with a comprehensive understanding of financial management, regulatory practices, and leadership principles. Participants complete an intensive one-week residency each year at the University of Georgia, along with coursework between sessions.

“Matt’s commitment to professional growth and excellence is exactly what we value at Century Bank & Trust,” said Derek Williams, President and CEO of Century Bank and Trust. “We’re proud of his accomplishment and confident that the knowledge and experience he’s gained will continue to benefit our customers and the communities we serve.”

This year, 54 bankers from across the state completed the program, joining a network of professionals dedicated to strengthening Georgia’s banking industry.

At Century Bank & Trust, we believe investing in our people is an investment in our community. Matt’s achievement reflects our ongoing commitment to providing knowledgeable, relationship-driven service to our customers.