River City Bank and Investment Professionals, Inc (IPI) recently welcomed Kitty Barton to the team as a Financial Advisor.

She brings with her over 35 years of experience in banking and investments within the Northwest Georgia community.

In her new position Mrs. Barton will assist clients and bank customers with their investment and financial planning needs.

Mrs. Barton will be located at River City Bank's Rome location in the RCB Financial Services area.

David Tomlin, VP, said "I'm thrilled to welcome Kitty Barton as our new IPI Financial Advisor in conjunction with River City Bank. IPI is a firm we're proud to partner with - they have a 20-year track record of serving the needs of people in smaller communities with a down-to-earth, roll-up-your-sleeves approach, deep financial expertise and unparalleled service."

Tomlin went on to say "Kitty brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with her and we are thrilled to have someone of her caliber be part of our team."

Bank president and CEO, Roger R. Smith explained, "I personally know Kitty very well! We began our banking career together over 35 years ago. It's an honor to have her on our team."

Mrs. Barton holds multiple certifications that allow her to best serve her clients: Series 66 Investment License, Series 7 Investment License, Life, Health & Variable Annuity License.

Mrs. Barton stated "I look forward to working with everyone in the River City Bank community: with parents and grandparents who will appreciate new college funding, younger couples and singles who want to get a head start on retirement planning and business customers who need more ways to keep their cash working for them. I also look forward to educating people about the benefits of working together on comprehensive asset management."

In addition to Barton's successful career, she is always giving back to her community; Kitty is an active member of the Rome Chamber of Commerce and the Floyd Healthcare Foundation Charitable Gifting Committee.