Primis Elevates Ann-Stanton Gore to Chief Strategy Officer to Drive Next Phase of Growth

Appointment builds on strong 2025 performance and reinforces disciplined growth strategy.

McLean, Va. — January 12, 2026 — Primis Bank recently announced the promotion of Ann-Stanton Gore to Chief Strategy Officer, a move that builds on the bank’s strong performance in 2025 and reinforces its focus on disciplined growth, operating leverage, and long-term value creation.

In her expanded role, Gore will lead the development and execution of Primis’ enterprise strategy, translating long-term priorities into actions that accelerate core deposit growth, unlock new growth opportunities, improve operating efficiency, and align the organization as the bank scales.

“Ann-Stanton has helped define our strategy and push our thinking forward for a long time,” said Dennis Zember, Chief Executive Officer of Primis Bank. “She is deeply strategic, intensely committed, and never satisfied with the status quo. This promotion reflects the trust I place in her leadership as we continue to build a stronger, more scalable bank.”

Gore joined Primis in 2021 as Chief Marketing Officer and has played a key role in shaping the bank’s brand, growth strategy, and market positioning, while also providing executive leadership across the development and expansion of the bank’s digital platform, loan and deposit operations, and the transformation of its customer care operations during a period of meaningful growth. Prior to Primis, she spent more than 14 years at Ameris Bank, where she was instrumental in supporting the company’s growth from approximately $2 billion to more than $20 billion in assets. During that time, she helped lead marketing and communications efforts for 17 mergers and acquisitions and supported the integration and brand evolution of a rapidly scaling institution.

As Chief Strategy Officer, Gore will be responsible for translating long-term objectives into actionable, results-driven plans across the bank, while evaluating strategic opportunities and managing strategic risks. Her role is designed to directly support sustainable revenue growth and continued improvement in operational efficiency.

“We had a strong year, and this role is about building on that momentum with intention,” said Gore. “My focus is on helping Primis grow in the right ways: strengthening our core bank, expanding stable deposits, and aligning our teams around a clear, executable strategy that creates long-term value for our customers, shareholders, and communities.”

This appointment underscores Primis Bank’s continued investment in leadership, strategy, and execution as the organization advances its long-term growth objectives.

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About Primis

Primis Bank (Member FDIC) is a high-growth, forward-thinking bank committed to building a better banking experience for consumers, businesses, and communities. With industry-leading digital tools, a relentless focus on customer care, and a culture built around doing things the right way—not the easy way—Primis continues to invest in growth, innovation, and people.

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