Sam Key Joins River Bank & Trust as Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager In Tuscaloosa

Tuscaloosa, AL, November 1, 2026: Tuscaloosa Market President Jill Slaton is pleased to announce that Sam Key has joined River Bank & Trust as Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager. He will serve businesses and consumers in the Tuscaloosa area, helping them reach their financial goals.

“Sam brings a strong record in real estate and a commitment to putting relationships first,” said Slaton. “His knowledge of the local market will be valuable as he works with our clients.”

A Winfield native, Key graduated summa cum laude from the University of Alabama with a degree in finance. In high school and college, he gained banking experience through internship roles. He spent six years as a realtor, guiding clients through important financial decisions. Key is a member of the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama, Tuscaloosa Rotary, and United Way of West Alabama’s Young Leaders Society. He and his wife, Emilee, reside in Tuscaloosa with their son, Hyatt, and attend First Baptist Church.

“When River Bank & Trust joined our community, I was drawn to the team’s energy and willingness to help. I’m honored to now be a part of that team,” said Key. “I will use my experience and connections to help local businesses, investors, and builders grow.”

About River Bank & Trust

In 2006, River Bank & Trust opened with two main goals: to establish a community-focused financial institution that would support local decision-making and to reinvest in the communities it serves. Today, with assets exceeding $4 billion and 25 offices, our bankers provide personal attention, hospitality, and local banking expertise to clients in Alabama and Florida.