Tom Griffin Promoted to Risk Manager

Southwest Georgia Farm Credit, a leading provider of agricultural financing solutions, is pleased to announce the promotion of Tom Griffin to the position of Risk Manager. A dedicated team member since 2019, Griffin has been an invaluable asset to our credit team, previously serving as a Credit Team Leader. 

A native of Bainbridge, Georgia, who was raised on his family’s farm in Decatur County, Griffin brings extensive experience in agricultural lending and banking to this role. He has more than 20 years of lending experience, with 15 of those years in the Farm Credit System. His deep understanding of the unique financial needs of the agricultural sector and of farmers’ everyday challenges, will help him in his new role.

“Tom’s promotion to Risk Manager is a testament to his hard work, expertise, and commitment to our mission of providing reliable financial services to our agricultural community,” said Paxton Poitevint, President and Chief Executive Officer at Southwest Georgia Farm Credit. “We are confident that Tom will continue to drive our risk management strategies to the highest level—ensuring the delivery of safe, sound, reliable credit for borrowers in southwest Georgia.” 

In his new position, Griffin will oversee the development and implementation of risk management policies and procedures, ensuring that Southwest Georgia Farm Credit remains a trusted and secure partner for our member-owners. 

Griffin is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a degree in Agriculture.

Southwest Georgia Farm Credit is a member-owned cooperative that provides reliable and innovative financial solutions to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, and related industries. As part of the nationwide Farm Credit System, Southwest Georgia Farm Credit’s mission is to support the growth and sustainability of agriculture in the region, offering a wide range of financial services, including loans, leases, and insurance.  Southwest Georgia serves 21 counties in Georgia.