SmartFinancial Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
SmartFinancial's CEO is Billy Carroll, appointed in Aug 2015, has a tenure of 10.92 years. total yearly compensation is $1.72M, comprised of 38.3% salary and 61.7% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 1.03% of the company’s shares, worth $8.32M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 5.3 years and 16.5 years respectively.
Key information
Billy Carroll
Chief executive officer
US$1.7m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 38.27% |
| CEO tenure | 10.9yrs |
| CEO ownership | 1.0% |
| Management average tenure | 5.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 16.5yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 15
SMBK: Future Earnings Assumptions And P/E Expectations Will Guide Balanced Outlook
Analysts have lifted their SmartFinancial price targets by $3 to $4, citing refreshed assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. Together, these factors support a higher long term valuation framework.Narrative Update • Jun 01
SMBK: Future Earnings Execution And Risk Assumptions Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have raised their price targets on SmartFinancial by $3 to $4, citing updated views on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions that support a refined fair value estimate of $46.15 per share. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary around SmartFinancial focuses on how the refined fair value estimate and higher price targets line up with expectations for growth, profitability, and valuation discipline.Narrative Update • Apr 22
SMBK: Higher Rating And Margin Execution Should Support A More Positive Outlook
SmartFinancial's analyst price target has moved from $44.50 to $46.15, as analysts highlight improved revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, along with a slightly lower future P/E outlook, supported by a series of recent target hikes and an upgrade from major research firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SmartFinancial has clustered around higher price targets and a rating upgrade, with analysts explicitly tying their numbers to revenue growth assumptions, profit margins and a reset to a slightly lower future P/E.Analysis Article • Apr 10
If EPS Growth Is Important To You, SmartFinancial (NYSE:SMBK) Presents An Opportunity
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Narrative Update • Apr 05
SMBK: Higher Rating And Earnings Execution Should Support A More Positive Outlook
Analysts have raised their SmartFinancial price target by $2, reflecting updated views on the bank's earnings profile and valuation following recent research commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive stance on SmartFinancial, with the higher price target reflecting updated views on how the bank might execute on its plans and how the shares are valued against those expectations.Narrative Update • Mar 20
SMBK: Share Repurchases And Market Positioning Will Support A More Positive Outlook
Analysts have maintained their fair value view on SmartFinancial and raised their price target by $2. They cited updated research, including an increased target from one firm and a more positive stance from another.Narrative Update • Mar 06
SMBK: Repurchases And Earnings Power Will Support A More Constructive Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target on SmartFinancial by $2, reflecting updated views on the bank's earnings power and valuation following recent research commentary. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the higher price target as better alignment with their updated assessment of SmartFinancial's earnings power, suggesting they see the bank's current valuation as not fully reflecting its fundamentals.Narrative Update • Feb 20
SMBK: Earnings Power And Buybacks Will Shape A Balanced Outlook
SmartFinancial's analyst price target shifts to $44.50, with analysts pointing to refreshed fair value estimates, slightly updated discount rate assumptions, and modest tweaks to projected margins and future P/E as key inputs in their latest models. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a generally constructive tone around SmartFinancial, with price targets adjusted to reflect updated fair value work and refreshed assumptions in analyst models.Narrative Update • Feb 05
SMBK: Earnings Power And Credit Costs Will Guide A Balanced Outlook
Analysts have increased their price target on SmartFinancial by about $2 to approximately $44, citing updated assumptions around fair value, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E following recent research updates from multiple firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates point to a reassessment of SmartFinancial's valuation, with analysts fine tuning their views on how the bank can execute against its growth plans and maintain profitability at the current price level.Analysis Article • Feb 05
SmartFinancial (NYSE:SMBK) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.08
The board of SmartFinancial, Inc. ( NYSE:SMBK ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 2nd of March, with...Narrative Update • Jan 22
SMBK: Earnings Power And Credit Costs Will Shape A Measured Outlook
Narrative Update on SmartFinancial The analyst price target for SmartFinancial has moved higher by about $2.88 to $39.50. Analysts point to encouraging Q3 results, flat expenses despite new revenue hires, and a smaller than expected provision that lifted core EPS above prior estimates.Analysis Article • Jul 28
SmartFinancial (NYSE:SMBK) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.08
The board of SmartFinancial, Inc. ( NYSE:SMBK ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 25th of August, with...Analysis Article • Jul 25
Results: SmartFinancial, Inc. Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates
A week ago, SmartFinancial, Inc. ( NYSE:SMBK ) came out with a strong set of quarterly numbers that could potentially...Analysis Article • Jan 25
SmartFinancial (NYSE:SMBK) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.08
The board of SmartFinancial, Inc. ( NYSE:SMBK ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.08 per share on the...Analysis Article • Nov 01
SmartFinancial's (NYSE:SMBK) Dividend Will Be $0.08
SmartFinancial, Inc. ( NYSE:SMBK ) will pay a dividend of $0.08 on the 27th of November. This payment means the...
New Narrative • Sep 24
Calculated Enhancements And Optimized Strategies Propel Bank's Growth And Shareholder Value
Strategic focus on loan growth and optimized deposit strategies aims to expand revenue and improve funding cost efficiency.Analysis Article • Apr 29
SmartFinancial's (NYSE:SMBK) Dividend Will Be $0.08
SmartFinancial, Inc. ( NYSE:SMBK ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.08 per share on the 28th of May...Analysis Article • Nov 03
SmartFinancial (NASDAQ:SMBK) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.08
SmartFinancial, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:SMBK ) investors are due to receive a payment of $0.08 per share on 27th of November...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$53m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$2m | US$657k | US$50m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$46m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$42m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$38m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$1m | US$602k | US$36m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$33m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$26m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$26m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$1m | US$569k | US$29m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$35m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$45m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$46m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$1m | US$520k | US$43m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$37m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$35m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$33m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$1m | US$495k | US$35m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$37m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$34m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$31m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$809k | US$476k | US$24m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$22m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$22m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$25m |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$784k | US$457k | US$27m |
Compensation vs Market: Billy's total compensation ($USD1.72M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD3.54M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Billy's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
Billy Carroll (57 yo)
10.9yrs
Tenure
US$1,717,633
Compensation
Mr. William Young Carroll, Jr. also known as Billy, serves as Director at Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta since January 2024. He is the President and Chief Executive Officer of SmartBank. He serves as Pres...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | 10.9yrs | US$1.72m | 1.03% $ 8.3m | |
| Executive VP & CFO | 7.2yrs | US$831.82k | 0.14% $ 1.2m | |
| Executive VP & Chief Credit Officer of SmartBank | no data | US$610.58k | 0.069% $ 558.7k | |
| Executive VP & Chief Operating Officer of SmartBank | no data | US$606.22k | 0.071% $ 578.2k | |
| Head of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior VP and Director of Marketing & Public Relations - SmartBank | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior VP and Director of Community Development & Community Reinvestment Act Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Executive Vice President | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior VP | 3.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Executive VP & Chief People Officer of SmartBank | no data | no data | 0.072% $ 584.3k | |
| Executive VP & Chief Banking Officer of SmartBank | no data | no data | 0.042% $ 343.3k | |
| President of North-Southwest Alabama Division | 1.5yrs | no data | no data |
5.3yrs
Average Tenure
55yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: SMBK's management team is seasoned and experienced (5.3 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | 16.5yrs | US$1.72m | 1.03% $ 8.3m | |
| Chairman of the Board | 20.8yrs | US$846.37k | 0.86% $ 7.0m | |
| Independent Director | 16.5yrs | US$87.00k | 1.26% $ 10.2m | |
| Vice Chairman of the Board | 16.5yrs | US$251.79k | 0.18% $ 1.5m | |
| Independent Director | 4.4yrs | US$83.00k | 0.19% $ 1.5m | |
| Independent Director | 16.5yrs | US$99.00k | 0.94% $ 7.6m | |
| Lead Independent Director | 16.5yrs | US$105.00k | 1.4% $ 11.3m | |
| Independent Director | 16.5yrs | US$76.00k | 0.51% $ 4.1m | |
| Independent Director | 8.7yrs | US$86.00k | 0.30% $ 2.4m | |
| Independent Director | 1.3yrs | US$57.29k | 0.011% $ 86.6k |
16.5yrs
Average Tenure
69yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: SMBK's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 16.5 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/06 21:42 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/06 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
SmartFinancial, Inc. is covered by 7 analysts. 6 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Brett Rabatin | Benchmark Company |
| Catherine Summerson Mealor | Keefe, Bruyette, & Woods |
| Stephen Scouten | Piper Sandler Companies |