Chad Hudson named next CEO of FNBC Bank
FNBC President Chad Hudson will become the community bank’s next Chief Executive Officer and join its Board of Directors, effective Jan. 1, 2026. He will succeed Marty Sellars who will transition into the role of Executive Vice Chairman, continuing to serve on the Board of Directors.
Hudson’s appointment marks the next step in a thoughtful, multi-year succession plan designed to ensure stability, continuity and long-term leadership for the 113-year-old bank.
Hudson, who has served as President since 2024, joined FNBC in 2011 and has held numerous leadership roles throughout his tenure, including Community President for FNBC’s Mountain Home market, Executive Vice President, Chief Lending Officer, and Regional President. Over the past decade, he has played a key role in shaping FNBC’s culture of service, strengthening the bank’s credit and lending strategies, supporting expansion into new and existing markets, recruiting key personnel acquisitions, and driving various strategic initiatives.
“I am honored to step into the role of CEO,” said Hudson. “I am grateful for the leaders and mentors who have built this strong, values-driven organization, and am committed to carrying FNBC’s legacy of leadership forward with clarity and purpose. I fully recognize the significance and responsibility of this role, and I look forward to working with our team to honor FNBC’s history, uphold the principles that have guided us for generations and position our company for continued success.”
As CEO, Hudson will continue to oversee FNBC’s daily operations while leading the bank’s long-term strategic vision, with continued emphasis on growth, market expansion, innovation, and FNBC’s deep commitment to serving its communities.
“Looking ahead, our focus is on strategic, sustainable growth,” said Hudson. “We will expand our reach, deepen our relationships and deliver even greater value to our communities and customers. Our culture and our purpose of empowering community, one customer at a time, will remain at the center of everything we do.”
Sellars, who has served as CEO since 2016 and was President from 2003 to 2024, has been a central figure in FNBC’s leadership for more than 40 years. During his career, he has helped guide FNBC through periods of modernization, regulatory change and expansion while reinforcing a culture grounded in integrity, accountability and servant leadership.
“As a community banker for more than four decades, I have had the honor of interacting with thousands of customers and friends, helping them finance their first cars, open businesses and buy their first homes,” said Sellars. “I have also had the opportunity to mentor young bankers and future leaders. The community banking industry has given me lasting friendships and experiences I will always value.”
In his new role as Executive Vice Chairman, he will continue supporting the bank’s strategic direction and governance.
“As I enter this next phase of my life, I plan to spend more time with my family, chase my grandchildren and enjoy being outdoors,” added Sellars. “I will remain engaged in shaping the future of the bank with full trust in Chad and the next generation of leaders to steer the ship. I have had the honor of working with Chad for many years and have full confidence in his vision and leadership. FNBC has a rich and bold history, and its future is bright.”
FNBC’s leadership transition builds on the bank’s longstanding commitment to a rigorous strategic planning process. Beginning in late 2021, the Executive and Senior Leadership teams launched a comprehensive succession planning project to prepare for future growth and continued independence. This process included a thorough evaluation of internal candidates and planning for future leadership needs across the organization.
Chartered in 1912 as the Bank of Ash Flat, FNBC Bank has over $840 million in assets with offices across North Central and Northeast Arkansas, and South-Central Missouri. It employs 130 full-time and part-time employees in its 14 offices.
