The members of the GSBLSU Alumni Council are grouped into the following Districts:

District 1

Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia

District 2

North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee

District 3

Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi

District 4

Arkansas, Louisiana, Missouri

District 5

Oklahoma, Texas

Email Ian

Ian Bryan is a banking professional with a successful career spanning nearly a decade. He currently serves as Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer at First State Bank in Russellville, AR, where he is responsible for managing and expanding the commercial loan portfolio for the bank. In this role, Ian plays an important role in operational decision-making and strategic planning, drawing on his experience to drive growth and ensure financial stability.

 Prior to joining First State Bank, Ian had a notable tenure at Simmons Bank, where he progressed through various roles from Community Banker I to Community Banker III. He efficiently managed a $75 million commercial loan portfolio and demonstrated exceptional asset quality. Ian also played a significant role during the Paycheck Protection Program, processing 208 loan applications across two draws.

 Ian’s banking career began at Arvest Bank, where he held several positions, including Commercial Banker, Business Development Officer, and Administrative Assistant to the Community President. His diverse roles involved managing client relationships, implementing treasury management solutions, and overseeing local marketing efforts. Alongside his professional career, Ian is actively engaged in the community, serving on various boards such as the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce, Clarksville Johnson County Area Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, and the Emerging Leaders Council of the Arkansas Bankers Association. His dedication to both his profession and his community highlights a well-rounded approach to leadership and service.

 Last, but certainly not least, Ian has been married to his wife, Lauren Bryan, for 8 years and they have a son named Bentley and another child coming in January 2025

Email Jeff

Jeff Dannelly is currently a Senior Vice President with Hancock Whitney within the Private Wealth Management team in the Emerald Coast/Florida Panhandle.    Graduating from University of Florida with an undergraduate degree in Public Relations, Dannelly continued on to receive his MBA from Georgia State University.   He started his banking career as a licensed personal banker with First Union, in Atlanta, GA.   Through mergers with Wachovia and then Wells Fargo, Dannelly spent his first 16 years in financial services holding multiple positions including Financial Sales Leader, Private Advisor Group RM, District Manager, Commercial Banker and Community Bank President.   Dannelly attended and graduated from the Graduate School of Banking, LSU, in 2022 – and served as the president of his class.

Dannelly joined Hancock Whitney in 2014 to help expand private banking/private wealth management into the Destin/30A/Panama City market – focusing on high net worth/ultra high net worth families.

Dannelly has a passion for community involvement – -currently serving on the boards of multiple organizations that provide critical needs to the local area; Sinfonia Gulf Coast, Children’s Volunteer Health Network, and Embrace Florida Kids.

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Email Sam

Sam James is an accomplished financial professional with extensive experience in compliance, risk management, and operational excellence. He currently serves as the Chief Risk Officer and Senior Vice President of Deposit Operations at the Bank of Zachary, a $400 million institution located in Zachary, Louisiana.

Sam’s educational journey began at Louisiana State University (L.S.U.), where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies. He then pursued a Master of Business Administration at Southeastern Louisiana University. His passion for financial compliance and risk management led him to the Office of Financial Institutions, where he started his career as a Compliance Examiner.

His dedication to professional development saw him furthering his expertise at the FDIC Regulatory University in Washington, D.C., where he earned the Certified Credit Examiner and Certified Examiner in Charge designations from the Conference of State Bank Supervisors. He quickly rose through the ranks to become the Compliance Examiner Assistant Manager of the Baton Rouge District Office, leading numerous teams in conducting safety and soundness examinations for financial institutions with assets ranging from $50 million to $2 billion.

In October 2017, Sam took on the role of Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management at the Bank of Zachary. Here, he has been instrumental in developing, implementing, and overseeing the bank’s Compliance and Risk Management Program. His responsibilities include planning, organizing, and monitoring day-to-day retail, lending, and operational compliance activities. He plays a vital role in board meetings, various committees, strategic planning, audits, and examinations, ensuring that the bank complies with all state and federal regulations.

Sam holds several prestigious certifications, including Certified BSA/AML Professional (CBAP), Certified Credit Examiner (CCE), Certified Operations Examiner (COE), and Certified Examinations Management (CEM). He has also contributed significantly to the community banking sector, serving on the CSBS BSA advisory committee and developing a BSA self-assessment tool for community bankers.

Throughout his career, Sam has demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise in risk management, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning. He developed the bank’s risk appetite statement and Key Risk Indicators, providing a consolidated view of significant risks to the Board. As the Privacy Officer, he oversees Vendor Management and ensures the safety and security of customer information.

Sam’s commitment to excellence extends beyond his professional achievements. He serves as the Chairman of the HOPE Ministries Board of Directors, where he has been a member for four years. Under his leadership, HOPE Ministries received recognition at the annual Capital Area United Way awards banquet.

Sam is married and the proud father of two children. His personal and professional journey reflects his belief in planning for the future and navigating the complexities of regulatory environments with diligence and foresight.

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Email Daniel

Daniel Morris is Community President/SVP/Sr. Lender for First Southern Bank in Waycross, GA, and resides in Ware County with his wife, Laura. He has a reputable 34-year career in banking and is a graduate of Valdosta State University, with a BBA in Finance as well as a 2024 graduate of the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University, where he served on the Student Advisory Council for his class.

Daniel is an active member of the Waycross community and is Past Chairman of the Waycross & Ware County Development Authority, and an active member of Central Baptist Church and the Waycross Rotary Club. Daniel currently serves as a trustee of the James M. Dye Foundation of South Georgia State College and is Past President of the Waycross Jaycees, Ware County Touchdown Club, and Waycross Rotary Club. He is an alumnus of Leadership Waycross and Leadership Glynn.

Growing up in scouting, Daniel is an Eagle Scout, and enjoys time in the outdoors, farming, hunting, and fishing. Daniel has a son, Chase, and daughter-in-law, Elissa, who reside in Kingsland, GA, and a son, Michael, and daughter-in-law, Hosanna, who reside in Blackshear, GA.

Email Tiffany

Tiffany Tuminello, a seasoned financial professional, brings a wealth of experience to her role as Vice President and Banking Center Manager at First Horizon Bank. Spanning over a decade in the banking industry, Tiffany has held various positions in community banking, encompassing consumer and commercial lending, operations, marketing, management, and business development. Her clientele ranges from first-time home buyers to multi-million-dollar business ventures. Prior to her current position, Tiffany founded Riff Company, LLC, a business management firm, where she co-managed exclusive commercial real estate projects from inception to completion. This experience broadened her expertise to include construction and property management.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Tiffany is deeply committed to philanthropy. She is the founder and director of Freedom & You, a charitable organization dedicated to promoting mental, physical, and financial well-being. Tiffany’s dedication to her clients and the community has earned her recognition as a respected leader. Her accolades include the Louisiana Banker’s Association Leadership Accreditation, selection for the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta’s “Banking on Leaders of Tomorrow” program, and leadership roles in the Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club. Tiffany attended McNeese State University with a focus in finance and business. She also completed a three-year graduate program at LSU’s Graduate School of Banking. Her passion extends to golf, fishing, LSU tailgating, and being a devoting mother to her children.

Email Rebecca

Rebecca Turner, Senior Vice-President and Retail Sales Leader at Hancock Whitney, has been in banking for 30 years.  She attended the University of Alabama and is a graduate of The Mississippi School of Banking at Ole Miss, and The Graduate School of Banking at LSU.

Ms. Turner is an Executive Board member for Ronald McDonald House Charities, and also volunteers her time as a certified member of the Share the Beach-Sea Turtle Conservation Program. Rebecca and her husband, Mark, have two children and reside in Dauphin Island, AL.

Email Cody

Cody White is an experienced finance professional with a career spanning over 20 years in the financial services industry. He currently serves as Regional Vice President for CoBank, supporting its mission to serve as a dependable provider of credit and other financial services to vital industries across rural America.

Cody holds a bachelor’s degree in agribusiness from Tarleton State University in Stephenville, TX, a master’s degree in agribusiness from Texas A&M University, and is a proud alum of The Graduate School of Banking at LSU.

Cody is actively involved in and serves on local, state, and national boards of Texas Agriculture Co-Op Council, Texas Association of Dairymen, National Ranching Heritage Association, as well as previously serving on Texas Grain & Feed Association and Texas Agriculture Lifetime Leadership Alumni boards. He has also served on various church committees at Lakeridge Methodist Church where he is a member.

Originally from west Texas and raised on a ranch in the small town of Marfa, TX, Cody currently resides in Lubbock, and enjoys spending time with his wife, Mimi, and daughters, Landry, Hadley, Harlie, and Steelie.

Email Brent