May 13, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Ann Barilleaux, JD Bank, (337) 656-7326, ann.barilleaux@jdbank.com

JD Bank is pleased to announce that Christe Bell has joined our team as a Mortgage Loan Originator serving the Baton Rouge and Northshore markets. In this role, Bell will focus on originatng residental mortgage loans and conTnuing to build strong relaTonships within the Baton Rouge and Northshore communites. Her office will be located at JD Bank’s full-service branch in Baton Rouge located at 8380 Jefferson Highway. 

Bell brings more than 28 years of experience in financial services, specializing in residenTal lending, client relaTonship management, and sales growth. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to guide clients through the mortgage process while building lastng relaTonships with customers, realtors, and business partners. 

“Christe’s experience and energy make her a great addiTon to our Baton Rouge team,” said Lisa Johnson. “She is deeply commibed to her clients and understands how to guide them through every step of the mortgage process.” 

Most recently, Bell served as a Mortgage Loan Originator with Supreme Lending and previously as Broker Owner of Integrity Home Lending. Her extensive background also includes leadership roles with Regions Bank, IBERIABANK, and JPMorgan Chase. -JDB-

About JD Bank 

Founded in 1947, JD Bank, Louisiana’s Community Bank, offers a variety of personal and commercial lending and deposit products through both physical and digital delivery channels. JD Bank also offers both trust and investment services. JD Bank operates through 22 full-service branch offices located along the Interstate 10 corridor from Lake Charles to Lafayebe, Louisiana, and a combined loan and deposit producTon office in the Northshore. For more informaTon, visit www.jdbank.com or call 800-789-5159. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.