Luke Brandon, President & CEO of Merchants & Farmers Bank announces Melody Carter has been promoted to Cashier.

“Melody has been instrumental in building strong customer relationships and helping bring new business to Merchants and Farmers. Her professionalism, positive attitude, and dedication to excellence make her an invaluable member of our team,” states Brandon.

Carter began her career with Merchants & Farmers in July 2008 as a Teller and during her time employed, she has worked as a Vault Teller (North City and Fort Polk), New Accounts Representative, Teller Trainer, Loan Officer, AVP/Branch Manager (Rosepine, New Llano & Uptown), and in August of 2022 was promoted to AVP/New Accounts Supervisor at our Main Office.

As Cashier, Carter will be responsible for managing all branches’ cash totals for the multi-parish bank, reviewing various bank reports and reconciling corresponding bank statements.

A life-long Vernon Parish native and graduate of Anacoco High School, Melody resides in Leesville, Louisiana with husband of 23 years, Matt. 

“I’ve been given the opportunity to learn from some of the best in banking within each one of our departments here at Merchants & Farmers. This has enabled me to truly assist our customers in any aspect of their banking relationship with MFB. Because of the various positions/roles I have held at each branch location, I have been blessed with the incredible opportunity to meet and help so many wonderful people in our community. My joy comes from helping others, and I look forward to continuing these relationships for years to come,” states Carter. 

In operation since 1928, Merchants & Farmers Bank is an independent community bank headquartered in Leesville, Louisiana with eight full-service locations in seven cities. Among the first of Louisiana banks to establish online banking, Merchants & Farmers offers a variety of banking products and services.