Southern BancShares (N.C.), Inc. is the holding company for Southern Bank and Trust Company, which operates more than 50 branches throughout eastern and central North Carolina. Founded in 1901, Southern Bank is a customer-focused community bank serving eastern and central North Carolina. Our mission is to be the bank of preference for consumers and businesses in the markets that we serve.

Genuine concern for the customer is our top priority, striving to create and deliver superior value in the financial services we provide by exceeding the expectations of our customers.

We are dedicated to the communities we serve, both in spirit and support. We provide a progressive and rewarding working environment for our employees that encourages the investment of their time, energy, and talents to the betterment of their communities.

We embrace sound banking philosophies that incorporate dedication to relationships, strong business values, and financial integrity while advocating the maintenance of high quality assets and reasonable return on shareholder investment.