Primis Bank recently announced the establishment of its inaugural Community Board of Directors, a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering stronger ties between the financial institution and the Northern Neck community, as well as local businesses.
This newly formed board stands as a testament to Primis Bank’s unwavering commitment to actively engage with and support the thriving communities it serves.
It was previously announced that Keith Harris and S. Lake Cowart, two prominent local business owners, will lead the board.
Harris is owner and president of Harris Farms Inc., a sixth-generation farm in Northumberland County. Harris represents Virginia’s First District on the board of Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, appointed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin in July 2023.
Cowart is president of Lake Farms Inc. and Lake Packing Co. Inc. in Lottsburg. He also is the majority shareholder and treasurer of Cowart Seafood Corp.
Cowart served on the Virginia Marine Resources Commission from 1996-2005, the Northern Neck Soil and Water Conservation Board from 1985-1989 and the Richmond Federal Reserve Small Business and Agricultural Advisory Council from 2008-2010.
Other members include Rev. Dr. Linwood T. Blizzard II, Paige T. Biddlecomb, Chris Cralle and Corinne A. Becker….
