Middleton’s Karlie Mills Named Selmer Home Banking Company Market Manager
SELMER, TN (JULY 21, 2025) – Home Banking Company is pleased to announce the appointment of Karlie Mills as market manager for its Selmer location, which was effective Monday, June 30, 2025. In this role, Mills oversees daily branch operations while serving as a loan officer, leading the Selmer team toward continued growth and success.
Mills brings five years of comprehensive banking experience to her new position, having advanced through various roles that provided deep insights into all aspects of community banking. Most recently, she served as senior audit associate at Simmons Bank in Jackson, Tennessee, where she performed complex auditing assignments and ensured regulatory compliance. Previously, she spent nearly four years with The Bank of Fayette County, progressing from customer service representative to loan processor to fair banking officer.
Mills is currently completing her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Western Governors University, with graduation expected in October 2025. She also earned her banking certificate from the prestigious Paul W. Barrett School of Banking in Memphis in 2024.
Originally from Tishomingo, Mississippi, Mills has called Middleton, Tennessee home since 2017 after marrying her husband, Terry. Karlie and Terry have two young sons, Tripp, age five, and Trace, age two, along with their two Goldendoodles, Chief and Daisy.
In her new role, Mills aims to lead a high-performing branch while expanding Home Banking Company’s reach in Selmer and surrounding markets. Her goals include building strong MEMBER FDIC client relationships and continuing to develop her lending expertise to better serve the community.
“Every step of my journey has led to this moment, and I am truly honored to serve Selmer and the surrounding communities with banking that feels personal, approachable, and built on trust,” said Ms. Mills.
“Karlie’s progression through the banking industry, from front-line customer service to audit, and now to market management, demonstrates exactly the kind of dedication and comprehensive understanding we value at Home Banking Company,” said Tommy Chamblee, Bank President. “Her combination of regulatory expertise, customer service excellence, and genuine commitment to community involvement makes her an ideal leader for our Selmer location. Karlie’s passion for building relationships and her deep roots in the area will strengthen our ability to serve customers with the personal touch that defines community banking.”
Mills’ appointment reflects Home Banking Company’s commitment to promoting experienced professionals who understand both the technical aspects of banking and the importance of personal relationships in serving community needs.
About Home Banking Company: Founded in 1915, Home Banking Company has served West Tennessee and North Mississippi communities for over 110 years. Headquartered in Selmer, Tennessee, the community bank operates branches in McNairy County, Hardin County, Tennessee, and Corinth, Mississippi. Home Banking Company takes pride in its long-standing commitment to exceeding customer expectations while maintaining deep roots in the communities it serves. For more information, visit homebankingco.com or call (731) 645-3381.
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