Meet the Team

Neighbors first. Bankers too.

The folks who know your name, your town, and how to help you get from where you are to where you want to be. We’ve been your community bank since 1892 — and our people are a big part of why that still matters.

Stop in at Mansfield, Seymour, Norwood, Fordland, or Ava and you’ll meet neighbors, not nameless operators. This page introduces the leaders and bankers you’ll work with most often. If you don’t see someone listed, they’re still part of the family — just ask at the window.

Leadership

The people setting the course and keeping us rooted in the Ozarks.

Joe Coday

President

Corporate Offices
NMLS ID: 766985

A Coday family tradition of community banking that started in 1892 and still guides how we treat people today.

Jeremy Tennison

Chief Executive Officer

Corporate Offices
NMLS ID: 710910

Named CEO in 2025 after serving as Executive Vice President. Focused on growing the bank without losing the personal service our communities expect.

Operations & Lending Leadership

The team that keeps loans moving, operations tight, and customers taken care of.

Wendy Davis

Vice President, Loan Operations

Corporate Offices

Keeps loan files, closings, and servicing running so borrowers get a clear, timely experience.

Glynda Dickinson

Vice President, Deposit Operations

Corporate Offices

"With over 40 years of financial industry experience, I've led daily operations since 2021, ensuring every branch delivers the same reliable HomePride experience."

Kyle Luder

Vice President

Fordland
417-683-3211
NMLS ID: 1779926

Works with families, farms, and local businesses on lending that fits real Ozarks lives.


Speak with a lender

Kendra Cunningham

Assistant Vice President, Loan Processing

Fordland

"From teller in 2006 to loan assistant, Branch Manager in 2021, and AVP and lead loan processor in 2024 — every step deepened my commitment to our community."

Loan Officers

Sit down with someone who will listen first, then help you find a path that fits.

Randy Lawrence

Loan Officer

Ava Branch
417-683-3211
NMLS ID: 2842398

"Former teacher and retail manager, now Loan Officer at our Ava branch. Happily married, busy raising our blended family of 11. Ask me about your home loan — or my fishing stories!"


Speak with a lender

Steve Richards

Loan Officer

Seymour Branch
417-935-4647
NMLS ID: 2899642

"After a career in education, including Superintendent of Seymour Schools, I now build relationships with customers — some former students — as a Loan Officer planning for their success."


Speak with a lender

JD Chadwell

Commercial Lender

Mansfield/Norwood Branches
417-924-3211
NMLS ID: 1736546

"Driven by faith and love for the Lord, I view commercial lending as a calling. Serving others with integrity and helping our community achieve their dreams."



Speak with a lender

Branch Managers

The face of HomePride in Mansfield, Seymour, Norwood, Fordland, and Ava. 

Misty Amason

Branch Manager

Ava Branch

417-924-3211

"I have been banking since 1998 and became Branch Manager in 2025. I lead daily branch operations to ensure efficiency, compliance, and exceptional customer service."

Kaylee Cantrell

Teller Supervisor

Fordland Branch

417-767-4411

"Joined the bank in 2024, Teller Supervisor since 2026. What drives me: helping people with everyday needs, building trust, and making sure every customer leaves feeling cared for."

Greg Epperly

Branch Manager

Mansfield Branch

417-924-3211

"With several years in banking, as Branch Manager since 2025, I'm proud to serve customers and give back to the communities that make HomePride home — both inside and outside the branch."

Joni Mayfield

Branch Manager

Norwood Branch

417-746-4585

"Serving Norwood since 1999, where I manage the drive-thru branch and know every customer by name. Humbled to be voted Best Bank Teller of Wright County 2025."

Dani Merriett

Branch Manager

Seymour Branch

417-746-4585

"In banking since 2014 and Branch Manager since 2023, what I love most is building relationships with customers — that's the heart of community banking."

Ready to talk with someone who knows these parts?

Visit a branch, call 855-447-2265, or start on our Contact page. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.


Speak with a lender