Former Trustmark Bank president now at Guaranty Bank

BELZONI, Miss. (VDN)— Hue Townsend, CEO of Guaranty Bank has announced the hiring of Allen Hudspeth. He will serve as Senior Vice President, Regional Commercial Banker at its Vicksburg office.

Hudspeth, a Vicksburg native, brings decades of experience in commercial lending and relationship banking. He is expected to work closely with local business owners and entrepreneurs to provide customized lending solutions and long-term financial guidance.

“Allen has spent his career investing in people and businesses of Vicksburg,” said William Kemp, president of Guaranty Bank’s Vicksburg office. “His leadership style, deep local roots, and relationship-first mindset align perfectly with our vision. We are excited to have him join our team and help us continue delivering exceptional service to this community.”

Hudspeth holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Mississippi State University. He is a graduate of both the Mississippi School of Banking at the University of Mississippi and the Southeastern School of Commercial Lending in Nashville, Tennessee. He has held multiple leadership roles throughout his banking career.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Hudspeth is active in civic and community leadership. He currently serves on the boards of the Vicksburg-Warren Chamber of Commerce, Delta Council, Vicksburg YMCA, and Merit Health River Region Hospital. Hudspeth is also a past president of the Rotary Club of Vicksburg and the YMCA Y’s Men’s Club. He also serves as head usher and finance committee member at Crawford Street United Methodist Church.

Guaranty Bank welcomed Hudspeth’s appointment and looks forward to the experience and community-focused leadership he brings to the Vicksburg team.