Farmers & Merchants Bank and The Bank of Fayetteville Archives

Freedom Checking: Banking That Honors Service

When Farmers & Merchants Bank launched the Freedom Checking account in November 2024, it wasn’t just another account — it was a reflection of the bank’s commitment to those who have and are actively serving our country. Built with the unique financial needs of veterans and active service members in mind, the account provides meaningful […]

Securing Business Loans in Turbulent Times: Practical Tips for Small Businesses

By Tyler Spoon, Fayetteville Community President, The Bank of Fayetteville This column by Tyler Spoon, Fayetteville community president for The Bank of Fayetteville, originally appeared in the June 30 edition of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal. Click here to read the article on the journal’s website. Economic uncertainty, high interest rates and escalating costs are […]

The Business Solutions Department: Driving Growth Since 2020

Since its launch in 2020, Farmers & Merchants Bank’s Business Solutions Department has transformed the way the bank serves its commercial customers, driving growth and increasing services through tailored financial solutions. Under the leadership of Pepper Morrison, Business Solutions Director, the department has delivered unprecedented growth by providing the best customer experience to our commercial […]

A Family Farm, A Lasting Partnership

For Jason and Marta Berry, farming isn’t just a business — it’s their family’s legacy, rooted in hard work, trust and a strong financial partner in Farmers & Merchants Bank. Their journey with the bank began in 1992 when Jason joined his father at Berry Farms, growing rice, corn and soybeans in the heart of […]

The Bank of Fayetteville Welcomes Kirby Jett As New Community Development Officer

Farmers & Merchants Bank and The Bank of Fayetteville are pleased to announce the hiring of Kirby Jett as Vice President, Community Development Officer II. Jett is based at The Bank of Fayetteville’s main office on the Fayetteville Square. Jett is a seasoned banking professional with more than 15 years of experience in business development […]

Fortifying Trust: Kim Tucker’s Commitment to Bank Security

Rooted in Pine Bluff, Kim Tucker brings more than two decades of expertise to Farmers & Merchants Bank, where she serves as the Corporate Security and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Director. Since joining the bank in April 2019, Tucker has demonstrated a deep passion for learning and a drive to protect the bank and its […]