Persons Banking Company

Persons Banking Company was established in 1910 under the name The Farmers Bank. The institution underwent significant changes and growth over the following years, including the relocation of its main office to 88 North Lee Street in Forsyth, Georgia, on March 18, 1968. In 2015, the bank rebranded as Persons Banking Company and expanded its operations through a series of acquisitions, including Spivey State Bank in Swainsboro, Georgia, The Peoples Bank in Covington, Georgia, and The Bank of Perry in Perry, Georgia, all on February 6, 2015. However, on June 30, 2023, Persons Banking Company voluntarily closed and liquidated its assets.

Below is a list of some important events in banks history, including mergers and acquisitions.

1910-01-01Institution established. Original name: The Farmers Bank.

1968-03-18Main Office moved to 88 North Lee Street, Forsyth, GA 31029.

2015-02-06Acquired The Bank of Perry in Perry, GA.

2015-02-06Acquired The Peoples Bank in Covington, GA.

2015-02-06Acquired Spivey State Bank in Swainsboro, GA.

2015-03-30Changed Institution Name to Persons Banking Company.

2023-06-30Closed voluntarily and liquidated its assets.