Hyperion Bank Names Julie Clarke as Commercial Lender in Atlanta

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Friday, May 16th, 2025

Hyperion Bank has named Julie R. Clarke as Senior Vice President/Commercial Lender in its Atlanta banking office. This highly experienced community banker brings 30+ years’ experience to her role, having worked with a number of Metro Atlanta community banks.

“Julie’s deep experience in commercial lending and private banking, as well as her general acumen in tailored community banking solutions, makes her a great fit for our customers,” says longtime community banker Charlie Crawford, Hyperion’s Chair & CEO. “And her affable nature, natural energy and can-do attitude are appreciated by colleagues, customers and business partners alike.”

A middle-Georgia native, avid hiker, and proud mom & grandmother, Clarke is a graduate of Presbyterian College and has long been involved in business and community organizations in Metro Atlanta. 

“I’ve known Charlie Crawford and other Hyperion bankers across the years and am excited to be part of their dynamic team,” Clarke says. “I strive to provide my customers with customized, nimble service and quick decisions, which makes Hyperion a great fit.”

 Hyperion is a full-service community bank, connecting with customers via technology and highly accessible, experienced, enthusiastic bankers who have local decision-making authority. Founded in 2006, the bank expanded to the Atlanta market in 2019 and in 2020 launched joint venture Hyperion Mortgage, which now does business in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Tennessee.

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