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Summit State Bank Welcomes Chase Miles and Promotes Cally Puckett

Summit State Bank is pleased to announce that Chase Miles has joined the Bank as Assistant Vice President and Portfolio Manager, and Cally Puckett has been promoted from Vice President and Director of Human Resources to Senior Vice President and Director of Human Resources.

 

Summit State Bank Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

The Bank reported improved core performance in the second quarter of 2026, with higher pre-tax, pre-provision income. Results reflected net interest margin expansion, disciplined expense management, and decisive actions to strengthen the balance sheet.

 

Jason Hipkiss Promoted to EVP and Chief Financial Officer

Summit State Bank announced the promotion of Jason Hipkiss to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. With nearly 30 years of financial industry experience, Hipkiss will oversee financial management and reporting, capital planning, regulatory reporting, and strategic financial decision-making.