Melissa Mott is a Branch Manager for SouthState Bank with over 20 years of banking experience including 15+ years in management. She is currently responsible for the financial sales growth, operations, community and employee development and all things in between. Melissa began her banking career in 1999 as a teller here in Pensacola Fl. Since that time, she has held various roles and had many responsibilities. Melissa is passionate about helping employees and her community prepare for their next endeavor and finds that financial wellness is a key part of this. She has been volunteering with Junior Achievement, Chamber of Commerce’s and through her financial institution teaching financial education seminars and workshops for over 10 years. When she is not at work, she enjoys all things outdoors. Hiking trails at State and National parks with her family is usually where she spends her time off.