Peoples Bank Welcomes Back Connie Amason as VP / SBA Operations Manager

Dennis Ammann, President and Chief Executive Officer at Peoples Bank, announced that Connie Amason has been hired by the bank as Vice President / SBA Operations Manager. 

Peoples Bank is proud to announce the return and promotion of Connie Amason to Vice President / SBA Operations Manager, reinforcing the Bank’s continued commitment to excellence and growth in SBA lending. Connie brings with her nearly two decades of dedicated experience in SBA operations and lending. In her new role, she will assist in managing the daily operations of the SBA Department, ensuring loan compliance with SBA regulations, and supporting staff and loan personnel on eligibility issues. Her primary focus will include collaborating with Loan Officers to manage purchasing requests, assist with audits, and support monthly reporting efforts.

Connie originally joined Peoples Bank in 2006 as a Poultry Loan Assistant, working closely with SBA lending efforts. Over the years, she played a pivotal role in shaping and expanding the SBA program at Peoples Bank. By 2008, she had earned the position of SBA Lending Coordinator, and in 2013 was promoted to AVP / SBA Lending Officer. During this time, she oversaw the growth of the department and led key strategic initiatives, culminating in a 2018 promotion to VP / SBA Lending Officer during the Bank’s SBA expansion efforts. In 2024, Connie briefly departed to serve as VP / Government Loans Manager at Trustmark, where she led underwriting and promotion of SBA loan programs. In March 2025, Connie made her return to Peoples Bank—bringing her expertise, leadership, and passion for SBA lending back to her home institution.

“Bringing Connie back into the Peoples Bank family is an exciting moment for us,” said Ammann, CEO of Peoples Bank. “Her knowledge, leadership, and genuine care for her team and clients make her an invaluable asset as we continue to grow our SBA program.”

Amason remains active in professional development, regularly attending training and conferences through SBA, NAGGL, and Coleman Publishing. A former member of the NAGGL Small Lender East Committee (2013–2018), she is currently working toward her NAGGL Advanced Diploma certification.

Outside the office, Connie is an active member of Christway Church of God in Flowood, MS, where she serves on the Ladies Board. She and her husband of 42 years, Dale Amason, have one son, a daughter-in-law, and two beloved grandchildren.

Please join us in welcoming Connie Amason back to Peoples Bank and congratulating her on her well-deserved promotion.