November 19, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Ann Barilleaux, JD Bank
(337) 656-7326
ann.barilleaux@jdbank.com
JD BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF EMILY HIGGINBOTHAM TO BRANCH MANAGER
Jennings, LA – JD Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Emily Higginbotham to Branch Manager and Consumer Lender for our Carlyss office.
Higginbotham joined JD Bank in 2021 as a Universal Banker and brings extensive experience in branch operations, customer service, account opening, and daily cash management to her new role. Over her three years with JD Bank, she has built strong relationships with customers and is widely regarded as a dependable, knowledgeable, and welcoming presence. She is a graduate of Sulphur High School and McNeese State University.
“Emily’s professionalism and dedication to our customers make her an excellent fit for this leadership role,” said Rochelle Mallett, SVP Regional Manager.
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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