Atlantic Community Bankers Bank Selects Kim Taylor as SVP, Director of Operations
May 2026 – Smith & Wilkinson was retained by Atlantic Community Bankers Bank (ACBB) to identify its SVP, Director of Operations. As ACBB continued to expand its correspondent banking, payments, investment, and treasury management services, the organization sought an experienced operations leader to oversee critical operational functions while enhancing efficiency, strengthening client partnerships, and supporting the organization’s continued growth.
Following an extensive search, ACBB selected Kim Taylor as its next SVP, Director of Operations.
Kim brings more than 20 years of community banking experience, with leadership roles across deposit operations, payments, branch operations, compliance, and operational management. Most recently, she served as Head of Deposit Operations at LINKBANK, where she oversaw payment operations, electronic banking, deposit services, and digital support as a member of the bank’s senior management team. Throughout her career, Kim has led operational transformation initiatives, core conversions, acquisitions, and the development of high-performing teams.
Kim was selected for her deep operational expertise, collaborative leadership style, and unwavering commitment to client service. She is a trusted leader who leads by example, develops strong teams, and approaches every challenge with a solutions-oriented mindset. Her ability to balance operational excellence with exceptional relationship management aligns closely with ACBB’s mission of serving as a trusted partner to community financial institutions.
In her new role, Kim will oversee operations supporting account management, investment services, and payment solutions. Her leadership will help advance ACBB’s commitment to delivering innovative, responsive, and client-focused operational support to the community banks ACBB serves.
This engagement was led by Moriah Callahan, Partner & Director of Recruiting, Financial Services, at Smith & Wilkinson.
About Atlantic Community Bankers Bank
Atlantic Community Bankers Bank (ACBB) is a correspondent banking institution dedicated exclusively to serving community banks. Owned by and built for community banks, ACBB provides a comprehensive suite of correspondent services designed to strengthen financial institutions and help them compete effectively in today’s evolving marketplace.
With a relationship-driven approach and deep industry expertise, ACBB delivers tailored solutions – including payment services, lending programs, investment services, and operational support – that empower community banks to better serve their customers and communities. Guided by a mission to champion community banking, ACBB remains committed to innovation, collaboration, and long-term partnership.
About Smith & Wilkinson
For over 25 years, Smith & Wilkinson has been a trusted executive search and talent advisory partner. Our Financial Services team serves banks, credit unions, service providers, associations, nonbank lenders, financial technology companies, community and economic development organizations, and government-sponsored enterprises in attracting, promoting, and retaining senior leaders who drive long-term business success.
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