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Bank of Zachary’s Kathryn Richard Named Louisiana Young Bankers Impact Award Winner

Feb 12, 2026 09:54AM ● By Press Release
The Bank of Zachary is proud to announce that Kathryn Richard has been selected as a Louisiana Young Bankers Impact Award winner by the Louisiana Bankers Association.

The Louisiana Young Bankers Impact Award honors exceptional leaders who are shaping the future of banking across the state. Kathryn exemplifies the qualities this award represents through her outstanding leadership, professionalism, and steadfast commitment to both the Bank of Zachary and to Louisiana’s broader banking community. Award winners were celebrated at a luncheon held on February 5 at the Hilton Hotel in Shreveport.

“With more than two decades of experience, Kathryn has an exceptional understanding of our industry and a genuine commitment to the people we serve,” said Mark Marionneaux, President and CEO of Bank of Zachary. “Her leadership, integrity, and dedication to our customers and team make her truly deserving of this wonderful recognition. We are incredibly proud to see her honored at the state level.”

With more than 22 years of banking experience, Kathryn brings a deep understanding of how every role within the bank contributes to customer success and team excellence. Her extensive industry knowledge, paired with her authentic care for others, creates a powerful model of leadership that strengthens the Bank of Zachary every day.

The Bank of Zachary congratulates Kathryn Richard on this well-deserved honor and thanks her for the lasting impact she continues to make within the organization and the banking community across Louisiana.

Founded in 1904, Bank of Zachary is the oldest State chartered bank in East Baton Rouge Parish serving residents, businesses and communities. Bank of Zachary is locally owned and operated. Hometown banking is Bank of Zachary’s mission and specialty. The Bank of Zachary is a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. The FDIC Standard Maximum Deposit Insurance Amount (SMDIA) for deposits is $250,000 per depositor, per insured financial institution, for each account ownership category. The Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Equal Housing Lender. For more information, visit www.bankofzachary.com or call 225-654-2701.