Hollingsworth Promoted to SBA Officer- Loan Closing

Peoples Bank President and CEO Dennis Ammann is pleased to announce the promotion of Lynn Hollingsworth to SBA Officer- Loan Closing. Lynn brings over 15 years of experience in the banking industry, with the past eight years dedicated to commercial and SBA 7(a) lending. Since joining Peoples Bank in 2022 as an SBA Closing Specialist, she has played a vital role in supporting Peoples Bank SBA portfolio growth.

In her new role, Lynn will continue to oversee the SBA loan closing process, ensuring timely, compliant closings and maintaining strong communication with borrowers, attorneys, title companies, and internal departments. Her strong operational knowledge and commitment to service excellence have made her a trusted resource within the SBA lending team.

Prior to joining Peoples Bank, Lynn worked at The Citizens Bank of Philadelphia as a Commercial Lending Assistant/Closer from 2017 to 2022, and at Regions Bank as a Financial Services Specialist from 2011 to 2017. She is a Certified SBA Loan Closer and has completed numerous SBA education and training programs. She studied Financial Management at Columbus State Community College and is a graduate of Westfall High School in Williamsport, Ohio.

Lynn is deeply involved in civic and charitable work. She is a proud member of F.O.E. 685, “People Helping People”, an organization that hosts events throughout the year to raise money for local charities in Pickaway County. She is also an active supporter of Pelotonia, raising critical funds for cancer research.

Her dedication and performance have been recognized with the Peoples Bank Promise Award in both 2023 and 2024, a reflection of her commitment to the bank’s values and clients.

“We are proud to recognize Lynn’s hard work and contributions with this well-earned promotion,” said Ammann. “Her deep knowledge of SBA lending, attention to detail, and dedication to customer service make her an essential part of our team. Lynn’s leadership in the closing process strengthens our ability to serve small business owners with excellence.”

Outside of work, Lynn enjoys spending time with her family. She has been married to her husband, Philip Hollingsworth, for 10 years. Together, they have two daughters, Sonya and Ally, and are proud grandparents to Harper (12) and Kaerigan (9).