About Us

We’re Good to Know

About Us

SouthEast Bank proudly serves customers in Middle and East Tennessee with a blend of quality banking products, local decision-making, and personalized customer service. As the people who, live, work, and play alongside you, we’re a banking partner that’s good to know.

Why SouthEast Bank?

We’re a locally-owned financial institution committed to meeting the needs of our communities. From local decision-making to feature-rich banking options – it’s all about your convenience and financial wellness.

Access from Anywhere

Whether you’re near or far, you can bank with confidence. In addition to in-person service, we offer a robust digital banking platform and ATM access so your funds are always within reach.

14

Branches Across Tennessee

55,000

AllPoint ATMs Worldwide

24/7

Digital Banking Access

Quick Decisions, Made Locally.

Our leadership lives and works in the communities where we operate, so there’s no need to wait weeks for a lending decision. You can count on fast, reliable service designed with our customers in mind.

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Reach a Real Person, Every Time.

Do you dread dialing through menu options every time you have a question about your account? So do we. That’s why our call center directs you to a real person right away. Plus, our Customer Care team offers extended hours for your convenience.

7 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST Monday through Friday

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. EST on Saturdays

Knox stars COMMUNITY’S CHOICE AWARDS

Voted Best Bank in Knoxville of 2023!

SouthEast Bank is proud to be named the Best Bank in Knoxville by the Official Community’s Choice Awards. We appreciate everyone’s votes and are eager to continue serving our Middle and East Tennessee communities.

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Community Investment

As a local bank, we understand the importance of being a good neighbor. That’s why we’ve given more than $23 million to support secondary and post-secondary education in Middle and East Tennessee

SouthEast Stories: Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding (STAR)

The Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding (STAR) creates incredible equine experiences for East Tennessee residents. Learn more here.

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Southeast Bank’s Diaper Drive to Support East Tennessee Mothers

SouthEast Bank today announces its upcoming diaper drive to support local nonprofit Helping Mamas. Beginning during National Diaper Need Awareness Week, the bank’s Knoxville and Lenoir City branches will collect diaper donations from Monday, Sept. 26, to Monday, Oct. 3.

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SouthEast Bank Makes $10,000 Donation to Help End Childhood Hunger in East Tennessee

SouthEast Bank concludes its Thankful Giving campaign with a $10,000 donation to Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee’s Food for Kids program.

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SouthEast Bank gifts 2020 Ford pickup to Lenoir City nonprofit Horse Haven

SouthEast Bank replaces Horse Haven’s inoperable work truck with a new vehicle to facilitate rescue and re-homing of neglected horses.

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Commitment to Education

Over $23 Million Donated

We aim to ensure a bright future for our Middle and East Tennessee communities by investing in up-and-coming leaders. Through the SouthEast Scholars, SouthEast Bank Financial Scholars, and Renewing Academic Commitment programs, we help students of all ages accomplish their educational goals.

Proudly Serving Middle and East Tennessee

SouthEast Bank is proud to have roots planted firmly in the communities we serve. And because each individual’s financial needs are different, our approach to providing innovative solutions are, too. SouthEast Bank’s customers have come to expect feature-rich personal banking products and first-rate lending options. With a passion for helping small businesses thrive, we take a concierge approach to business banking, offering everything from free business checking and commercial loans to accounting and invoicing solutions and Treasury Management Services.

From branches in Chattanooga and Cookeville to Athens and Knoxville, and with expanded access for customers banking online coast-to-coast, we offer easy access to a financial team with modern banking platforms and lending decisions made right here by leaders who live in our community. SouthEast Bank is proud to be FDIC-insured, meaning you can bank with confidence knowing your money is protected and backed by the federal government.

Corporate Headquarters:

Farragut, Tennessee

Operations Center:

Athens & Knoxville, Tennessee

Parent Organization:

Southeast Bancorp, Inc.

In-Branch or Online, We’re Good to Know.

Open an Account

Open a checking, savings, or certificate of deposit account with us today. Accounts designed with you in mind.

Find a Branch

Get to know your local team by visiting one of our branches. We’re proud to serve Middle and East Tennessee.

Have Questions?

Have a question or want to know more about our services? Contact us and we’ll be happy to assist you.