Piedmont Federal Bank Appoints TC Hinkle Chief Financial Officer
Winston-Salem, NC (May 5, 2025)—Piedmont Federal Bank has promoted TC Hinkle to Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective April 21, 2025. Hinkle, who joined Piedmont Federal Bank in 2020 as controller, brings extensive financial leadership experience and a deep understanding of the banking industry to his new role.
Throughout his tenure at Piedmont Federal Bank, Hinkle has overseen all financial, regulatory and tax reporting functions and played a key role in balance sheet management and liquidity strategies. He led critical initiatives including the implementation of the Bank’s internal control framework in accordance with FDICIA requirements and the adoption of the Bank’s new credit loss model.
Before joining Piedmont Federal Bank, Hinkle spent 12 years in public accounting, providing audit and consulting services to financial institutions. He served as a senior associate at Arnett and Foster PLLC in Charleston, West Virginia, and later as a senior manager at Elliott Davis PLLC in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Hinkle holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and a Master of Professional Accountancy degree, both from West Virginia University. He is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in North Carolina and a recent graduate of the North Carolina School of Banking.
“We are thrilled to have TC step into the role of Chief Financial Officer," said David P. Barksdale, President and CEO of Piedmont Federal Bank. “Since joining us in 2020, TC has demonstrated exceptional leadership, technical expertise and a deep commitment to our culture, purpose and values. His financial stewardship and vision will be vital as we continue to grow and serve our clients and communities.”
“I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as Chief Financial Officer of Piedmont Federal Bank,” said Hinkle. “Piedmont Federal Bank is an organization rooted in trust, service and community, and I am proud to be part of a team that shares these values. I look forward to helping guide the Bank’s continued financial strength and supporting our mission to open doors for our clients’ success.”
Originally from West Virginia, Hinkle now lives in Clemmons, North Carolina. In his free time, he enjoys spending a day on the golf course and staying active with his family.
For over 120 years, Piedmont Federal Bank has been committed to its purpose of “Opening Doors” for its clients. The bank supports individuals in achieving significant milestones, from homeownership to growing local businesses. As one of the few remaining mutual banks in North Carolina, Piedmont Federal Bank is owned by its depositors, not shareholders, allowing the bank to prioritize the interests of its clients.
Piedmont Federal Bank currently serves nearly 18,000 consumer and business clients and manages $1.3 billion in assets. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, the bank operates 11 branch locations across the Triad, North Wilkesboro, Boone, and Wake Forest, offering a range of personal and business banking solutions. For more information, visit PiedmontFederal.bank.