Meet Wes

Experienced Banker in Greenville, SC

Wes joined the Southern First team in 2021 as Senior Credit Risk Officer, focusing on supporting relationship growth as well as overall loan portfolio administration and management. A 25-year banking veteran, he is also a graduate of the SC Bankers School and LSU Graduate School of Banking. Before joining Southern First, Wes spent the prior 11 years with a regional bank in a variety of senior credit roles after starting his career in relationship management. As Chief Credit Officer, Wes is excited to continue supporting the growth and risk management goals of Southern First and its team of bankers in delivering exceptional service to clients. In his free time, Wes enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, reading, traveling, and running.