
Management ChangeMay 21, 2026, 09:32 AM
BayFirst Financial Appoints Alfred T. Rogers, Jr. as President & CEO
AI Summary
BayFirst Financial Corp. announced the appointment of Alfred T. Rogers, Jr. as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, and as a member of its Board of Directors. This appointment followed the non-objection received from the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta on May 14, 2026. Mr. Rogers brings extensive experience, having previously served as CEO of Manufacturers Bank of Florida and leading USAmeriBank's significant growth to over $4.6 billion in assets.
Key Highlights
- BayFirst Financial Corp. appointed Alfred T. Rogers, Jr. as President and Chief Executive Officer.
- Mr. Rogers also joined the Company's Board of Directors.
- The appointment received non-objection from the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta on May 14, 2026.
- Mr. Rogers, age 61, has a banking career spanning from 1987.
- He previously served as CEO of Manufacturers Bank of Florida.
- He led USAmeriBank's growth to over $4.6 billion in assets.
- He retired from Valley National Bank in August 2022 as EVP and Chief Lending Officer for Florida and Alabama.
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