United Community Bank named veteran banker Kelley Kee as Tennessee State President. Kee steps into this role after his predecessor, John Wilson, announced his retirement. Wilson will transition into a United consulting role. Kee will now take over to lead the bank’s commercial and retail operations in Tennessee.

“We are excited to bring in an experienced banker like Kelley to lead our operations in Tennessee as our growth continues here,” said Rich Bradshaw, President and Chief Banking Officer for United. “He is extremely familiar with the communities in the area, has a wealth of commercial and business banking knowledge, and we know he will bring a high level of dedication and service to our team.”

Kee comes to United with nearly 30 years of banking experience in the greater Nashville area. Prior to joining United, he worked with Regions Bank where he held several leadership roles, most recently as Executive Vice President, in consumer and business banking and spent the last 19 years as a commercial banking executive in Nashville. Additionally, he has worked with First American and AmSouth.

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to join a great team and excited to continue my career in the community where I have lived and worked my entire life,” said Kee. “United has been steadily growing across the state and I look forward to working with my new colleagues, building client relationships and helping the bank continue to expand in the area.”

A Tennessee native, Kee graduated from the University of Tennessee with a bachelor’s degree in finance and business management.  He resides in Franklin with his wife of 25 years, Missy, and they have two daughters who are also graduates of the University of Tennessee. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf, watching UT sports and spending time with his family.