On October 1, 1971, Ameris Bank opened its first location in Moultrie, Georgia. Our founder, Eugene M. Vereen, Jr., had a vision to build a bank for the future, one driven by a spirit of innovation and a commitment to serving customers. 54 years later, we are a publicly traded company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, serving communities across the country. That founding vision still guides us today, with a fierce dedication to empowering our customers' financial goals. Because what matters mos