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PACB salutes Brent Smith for living the community bank philosophy and creating a positive impact for the people in his community HARRISBURG, Pa., (June 1, 2020) — Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers (PACB) President and CEO Kevin L. Shivers today applauded Brent Smith, president of LINKBANK in Camp Hill, PA, who recently was recognized nationally as a “40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leader” by Independent Banker Magazine. “Brent Smith lives the community bank philosophy every day and Pennsylvania community bankers are proud that Brent was recognized for his contributions to the community,” said Kevin L. Shivers, PACB president and CEO. “Brent has worked hard not only to learn his profession, but also to make a positive impact on the lives of those who live in the community. Brent’s meaningful involvement with so many local charities personifies a true community banker.” Brent Smith’s vision for community banking began with his instrumental role in founding LINKBANK, a new community-driven, locally-focused, community bank in South Central PA, with a vision to foster personal relationships, inspire trust, and empower digital innovation. In addition to starting the bank, Smith established the LINK Foundation, which proudly allocates LINKBANK’s resources back into the communities they serve. He also serves on the board for Rider Musser Corp., Brethren Housing Assoc. and The Meeting House Church. This is the second year that Independent Banker has recognized rising community bank innovators and influencers who represent the future of the industry. It also is the second year that a Pennsylvania community banker was selected for national recognition. About the Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers The Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers, headquartered in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, exclusively represents the interests of community banks chartered in the Commonwealth and nearly 14,000 men and women who work in their communities to make the financial dreams of their neighbors become reality. Its mission is focused to promote and protect the community banking industry through legislative advocacy, education and networking. To learn more, please visit www.pacb.org About LINKBANK LINKBANK, headquartered in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, has been a local, independent bank serving the community since 1999. LINKBANK has 3 locations in the state of Pennsylvania and total assets of approximately $247 million. Its footprint includes Chester, Cumberland and Lancaster counties. The bank offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and services to meet the banking needs of the communities it serves, including a state-of-the-art internet banking website. To learn more about LINKBANK, visit www.linkbank.com. ###