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Century Bank and Trust is honored to be named the first-ever Large Business of the Year by the Milledgeville-Baldwin Chamber of Commerce during its 2025 Annual Awards Gala on Saturday, June 14th.

This inaugural award recognizes Century Bank and Trust’s commitment to excellence, community leadership, and economic impact in Milledgeville and Baldwin County. As an independent community bank for more than 125 years, Century continues to prioritize the needs of its customers while investing in the community it proudly calls home.

Award recipients were evaluated based on four pillars of excellence: Talent and Workforce Development, by investing in the long-term growth of local talent; Network and Business Development, through meaningful community engagement and economic contribution; Advocacy, by championing the needs of the local business community; and Organizational Excellence, demonstrated through ethical practices, operational success, and sustained service to the region. Century Bank and Trust was recognized for its strong performance and leadership in all of these areas.

“This award is truly a reflection of our people—the employees who serve with heart every day and the customers who trust us with their financial journey,” said Century Bank and Trust President and CEO Derek Williams. “Being the first recipient of this award is a humbling honor and a milestone that strengthens our commitment to community banking.”

Century Bank and Trust thanks the Chamber for this recognition and congratulates all the other nominees and honorees who make Milledgeville a great place to live and do business.

For more information about the Milledgeville-Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, visit milledgevillega.com.