Aaron Higginbotham Joins JD Bank as AVP Office Manager

December 17, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Ann Barilleaux, JD Bank
(337) 656-7326
ann.barilleaux@jdbank.com

AARON HIGGINBOTHAM JOINS JD BANK AS AVP OFFICE MANAGER

Jennings, LA – JD Bank is pleased to announce that Aaron Higginbotham has joined our team as AVP Office Manager. Higginbotham will oversee branch operations for our Kirby St. branch, located at 535 Kirby Street in Lake Charles. He will also serve as a consumer lender, supporting customers throughout Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana.

With a background in branch operations, consumer lending, loan administration, and team leadership, Higginbotham brings more than a decade of banking experience to this role. Known for his relationship-focused approach, he has extensive experience helping customers identify financial solutions while ensuring strong operational and regulatory standards.

ā€œAaron’s leadership experience, operational knowledge, and passion for serving others make him an excellent addition to our team,ā€ said Rochelle Mallett, SVP Regional Manager. ā€œWe are confident he will provide strong leadership for our Kirby Street branch and continue delivering the high level of service our customers expect from JD Bank.ā€

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In addition to his professional experience, Higginbotham is actively involved in the community. He regularly teaches financial literacy and credit education classes and volunteers with several organizations, including Abraham’s Tent and local senior citizen centers, reflecting his commitment to service beyond the branch.

About JD Bank

Founded in 1947, JD Bank, Louisiana’s Community Bank, offers a variety of personal and commercial lending and deposit products through both physical and digital delivery channels. JD Bank also offers both trust and investment services. JD Bank operates through 21 full-service branch offices located along the Interstate 10 corridor from Lake Charles to Lafayette, Louisiana, and two combined loan and deposit production offices in the Northshore and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit www.jdbank.com or call 800-789-5159. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

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JD BANK WELCOMES MANDY THOMAS AS VP COMMERICAL LENDER

December 2, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Ann Barilleaux, JD Bank
(337) 656-7326
ann.barilleaux@jdbank.com

JD BANK WELCOMES MANDY THOMAS AS VP COMMERICAL LENDER

Jennings, LA – JD Bank is delighted to welcome Mandy Thomas back to our team as VP Commercial Lender. A seasoned lending professional with more than two decades of experience in the Sulphur banking market, Thomas has experience in commercial and consumer lending, credit analysis, risk assessment, and relationship development.

Thomas began her banking career with JD Bank in 2007. Over her career she has served in key leadership roles, including Branch Operations Manager, Market Development Manager and Relationship Manager.

Deeply involved in the community, Thomas serves on the Sulphur City Council, a board member for the Friends of Sulphur Police, and is Treasurer of Care Help of Sulphur. She is also a member of the Krewe of Good Times.

ā€œMandy’s strong relationships in the Sulphur business community and her extensive banking knowledge make her an excellent addition to our commercial team. We are excited to welcome her back to JD Bank,ā€ said Chad L. Hebert, SVP Regional Market Executive.

About JD Bank
Founded in 1947, JD Bank, Louisiana’s Community Bank, offers a variety of personal and commercial lending and deposit products through both physical and digital delivery channels. JD Bank also offers both trust and investment services. JD Bank operates through 21 full-service branch offices located along the Interstate 10 corridor from Lake Charles to Lafayette, Louisiana, and two combined loan and deposit production offices in the Northshore and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit www.jdbank.com or call 800-789-5159. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

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