SAVANNAH, Ga. - GeorgiaChron -- SAVANNAH, GA (January 15, 2026) – Coastal States Bank ("CSB") announced that Mary Schane Johnson-Vopasek has joined the organization as Bank Loan Officer based in its Downtown Savannah branch on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard.

Johnson-Vopasek brings more than 20 years of experience in mortgage lending, risk management and business development to her role at CSB, specializing in resolving complex borrower needs. In her role, she will be responsible for consumer lending and managing client relationships in Savannah.
"Mary's knowledge of lending, along with her strong client-first approach, makes her an exceptional addition to our team and a valuable resource for our clients," said Jeremy Summerell, Savannah Market President. "We are thrilled to have her serve our clients and continue to grow our local presence in Savannah."

Johnson-Vopasek is a graduate of Coastal Carolina University in Conway, South Carolina.

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About the Company
Coastal States Bank builds relationships by providing a full range of banking services designed for businesses, their owners and individuals looking for a local banking partner. CSB has a community banking presence in Savannah, the Lowcountry of South Carolina (Hilton Head Island, Bluffton and Beaufort) and the Atlanta Metropolitan market and serves communities across the country through its Government Guaranteed Lending, Senior Housing, Correspondent Marine and Mortgage Banker Finance lines of business. At present, CSB has approximately $2.3 billion in total assets.
CSB is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CoastalSouth Bancshares, Inc.
Coastal States Bank – Local. And Proud of It.®
For additional information regarding Coastal States Bank, please visit www.coastalstatesbank.com.

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