Southern AgCredit

Southern AgCredit is excited to announce that Mya Matthews from Alcorn State University Alcorn State University has been awarded a $2,500 Southern AgCredit scholarship! Mya is a senior at Alcorn State University with plans to graduate in May 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in entrepreneurship. On campus, she is a member of the National Society of Leadership & Success, Investment Club and Real Estate Club. Mya was also nominated by the Dean to attend the KPMG Leadership Conference in Florida during the summer 2023. At Southern AgCredit, we believe in supporting the education of bright minds who are passionate about agriculture and the rural way of life. We know Mya will go on to do great things and contribute to the success of our rural communities. Congratulations, Mya!

We want to extend a big congratulations to Jackson State University student Kevin Barber! Kevin is the recipient of a $2500 Southern AgCredit scholarship. Kevin is a junior with senior credits and plans on graduating from Jackson State University in December 2025 with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. On campus, Kevin is the president of the Investment Club and was named Mr. Accounting Society. After graduation, he plans to sit for the CPA exam. Kevin’s hard work and dedication to his studies have set him on the path to success, and we’re proud to support his academic journey. Our commitment to education and the community is at the heart of what we do. Join us in celebrating Kevin’s achievement and his bright future ahead! Jackson State University

Southern AgCredit is pleased to announce the promotion of Michelle Robinson to senior loan administrator at its Hattiesburg branch. Michelle brings nearly two decades of experience as a real estate paralegal from her time at Jackson, Tullos, Rogers & Morgan, PLLC. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Southern Mississippi. Michelle joined Southern AgCredit in February 2022. She and her husband, Dustin, are proud parents of two children. Congratulations, Michelle!

We’re thrilled to share that our very own Pate Demuth has received the Young Professional Award from the Madison County Business League & Foundation and the Madison County Economic Development Authority. Pate’s commitment to driving success and his outstanding contributions to our team and community have earned him this incredible recognition. We are beyond proud of his accomplishments and look forward to seeing all that he will achieve in the future! Way to go, Pate!

Southern AgCredit recently hired Amanda Fowler as a customer service representative in its Ruston branch office.     Fowler holds an associate’s degree in accounting from South University. She began her professional journey in the oil and gas sector before taking time off to raise her family. Amanda and her husband, Chris, are the proud parents of four daughters and reside in Ruston, Louisiana.   

Attention Students: Southern AgCredit is Seeking 2025 Summer Interns! Are you ready to gain hands-on experience in the agricultural finance industry? We’re excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for our 2025 summer internship program! Join a dynamic team, learn from industry professionals, and make meaningful contributions. If you're passionate about agriculture and finance, we want to hear from you! Apply now and kickstart your career with us! https://lnkd.in/g8DJmgM9

Southern AgCredit is pleased to announce the promotion of Hayes Shepherd to the position of appraiser in our Ridgeland administrative office. Hayes holds a bachelor’s degree in finance with a concentration in risk management and insurance from Mississippi State University. He began his journey with Southern AgCredit as a summer intern in 2018 and joined the Association full-time in May 2019. Congratulations, Hayes! We look forward to your continued success and contributions to our team.

Southern AgCredit, a leading rural lending cooperative, is pleased to announce the promotion of Casey Spence to Customer Service Representative III in its Ridgeland branch office. Spence joined Southern AgCredit in 2022, bringing with her a wealth of experience in the insurance and financial services sectors. She holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Mississippi State University and previously worked at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance before transitioning to Southern AgCredit. A resident of Madison, she is married to Kevin Spence, and they have one daughter.

Southern AgCredit is pleased to announce the addition of Caleb Brown and Taylor Munn as loan officers serving the cooperative’s Brookhaven and Gulfport branches, respectively. Caleb Brown, a native of Brookhaven, graduated from the University of Mississippi in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in integrated marketing and communications and a minor in business administration. Before joining Southern AgCredit, Brown gained experience in sales with State Farm, where he specialized in Property & Casualty Insurance and Life, Accident, and Health. Brown and his wife, Madison, have been married for two years and are eagerly anticipating the arrival of their first child in January 2025. Taylor Munn, a Gulfport native, graduated from Mississippi State University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and art. After working in Washington, D.C., Munn returned to Mississippi to pursue his MBA at Millsaps College. Upon graduation, he joined C.H. Robinson in Ridgeland before moving back to Gulfport to work in his family’s business, Armstrong McCall. Munn is married to his wife, Chaille, and they have two children.

Today's member news highlight is Southern AgCredit! Southern AgCredit was recently recognized as one of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Mississippi District’s Top Lender Awards. They received the Platinum Award for second overall most SBA loan volume in the state and were number one in the state in SBA Ag loans. Congratulations! #MLMA #SouthernAgCredit #lumber