Southern First Bancshares, Inc. SFST

Company Overview

Southern First Bancshares, Inc. is a U.S.-based bank holding company that provides commercial and retail banking services through its wholly owned subsidiary, Southern First Bank. The company operates within the banking and financial services industry, focusing primarily on relationship-based community banking. Its core activities include commercial lending, consumer banking, treasury management, and wealth-related services for individuals and businesses.

Founded in 1999 and commencing banking operations in 2000, the company was established to serve growing metropolitan and regional markets in the southeastern United States. Over time, Southern First Bancshares has expanded organically and through selective acquisitions, positioning itself as a regional community bank with a differentiated focus on high-touch client service, local decision-making, and experienced banking teams in its markets.