First Bank & Trust Company announced new Vice President Jennifer Mitchell in Bristol, TN.  Mitchell joins the commercial lending team at the bank's branch on Volunteer Parkway.

Mitchell has been working in the financial services industry for more than 25 years. She has worked in various sectors including equipment financing, business and commercial banking, and credit underwriting. Mitchell hopes her diverse experience will allow her to serve as not only a lender but also a trusted advisor and advocate for customers.

Mitchell received her bachelor's degree from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and, later, her Master of Business Administration with concentration in management from University of Phoenix.

After working with large financial institutions, Mitchell was eager to join a more community-focused bank. "I am thrilled to join the First Bank & Trust team because it allows me the opportunity to serve my clients' unique financial needs with a bank who consistently demonstrates dedication and concern for its local markets," she said.

Mitchell currently serves as the board chair for Insight Training & Educational Center in Johnson City, Tennessee. She is also a board member for the Appalachian Opportunity Fund in Kingsport, Tennessee, and a loan committee member for the First Tennessee Development District.