We are proud to present Annie Reed as the Pathfinder of
the Month for August. When we told Annie that she was
nominated by readers to be Around Town’s Pathfinder of
the Month, she responded with, “There are so many other
people that are right beside me working diligently to make
good things happen. I have been blessed with being able
to interact with people that care about each other, and are
willing to serve the community in which we live. Some say
that my strength comes from a positive attitude that
generates a ‘can do’ environment, thereby bringing out the
best in others. This creates a foundation for a winning
team.”
Annie Reed is the Vice President in the Credit
Administration Department of Atlantic Southern Bank (ASB)
where she oversees the Loan Operations Department.
She proudly noted that, “I have a great group of hard
workers who are also dedicated community workers.”
Annie is married to Randy Reed, and they have one son,
Andrew. Annie and Randy Reed are originally from
Louisiana, where their extended family currently resides.
Annie says that she misses having family nearby, but that
they have been adopted by several families in Macon.
Annie is dedicated to working in the community. She
explained, “By being involved, I want to encourage others to
realize that even a single action can make a big
difference.” Annie is the Children’s Church Coordinator at
Park Memorial United Methodist Church; on the ASB
Community Foundation Committee; the America Cancer
Society’s Relay for Life Captain; and a team leader for ASB
Community role in the upcoming 2008 Bibb County START
Heart Walk.
Annie became involved with the children at Park Memorial
United Methodist Church because she enjoys working with
children. She recalled, “I remember when my son was
young and needed a source to learn more about why
Methodists perform certain actions such as communion,
usher, and acolytes, for example.” This is one reason
Annie is passionate about her work with children’s church
services.
Annie also served on the Atlantic Southern Bank’s
Community Foundation Committee. She explained, “ASB
Community Foundation Committee is a new project for
ASB, which gives donations to different organizations in the
communities they serve.” The committee consists of
employees of the Bank and ASB Directors who review the
request and select the recipients for donations. She says,
“It is rewarding to be a part of such a great organization that
willingly sets aside funds to give back to our community.”
the Month for August. When we told Annie that she was
nominated by readers to be Around Town’s Pathfinder of
the Month, she responded with, “There are so many other
people that are right beside me working diligently to make
good things happen. I have been blessed with being able
to interact with people that care about each other, and are
willing to serve the community in which we live. Some say
that my strength comes from a positive attitude that
generates a ‘can do’ environment, thereby bringing out the
best in others. This creates a foundation for a winning
team.”
Annie Reed is the Vice President in the Credit
Administration Department of Atlantic Southern Bank (ASB)
where she oversees the Loan Operations Department.
She proudly noted that, “I have a great group of hard
workers who are also dedicated community workers.”
Annie is married to Randy Reed, and they have one son,
Andrew. Annie and Randy Reed are originally from
Louisiana, where their extended family currently resides.
Annie says that she misses having family nearby, but that
they have been adopted by several families in Macon.
Annie is dedicated to working in the community. She
explained, “By being involved, I want to encourage others to
realize that even a single action can make a big
difference.” Annie is the Children’s Church Coordinator at
Park Memorial United Methodist Church; on the ASB
Community Foundation Committee; the America Cancer
Society’s Relay for Life Captain; and a team leader for ASB
Community role in the upcoming 2008 Bibb County START
Heart Walk.
Annie became involved with the children at Park Memorial
United Methodist Church because she enjoys working with
children. She recalled, “I remember when my son was
young and needed a source to learn more about why
Methodists perform certain actions such as communion,
usher, and acolytes, for example.” This is one reason
Annie is passionate about her work with children’s church
services.
Annie also served on the Atlantic Southern Bank’s
Community Foundation Committee. She explained, “ASB
Community Foundation Committee is a new project for
ASB, which gives donations to different organizations in the
communities they serve.” The committee consists of
employees of the Bank and ASB Directors who review the
request and select the recipients for donations. She says,
“It is rewarding to be a part of such a great organization that
willingly sets aside funds to give back to our community.”
Of all the activities Annie is involved with in the community,
she has spent more years with the American Cancer
Society than any other. Annie became involved with the
America Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in 1990. Annie
has one brother who is a 20-year survivor, and a brother
that died from lung cancer. She was a team member for
her church; she also
was a team member at work. In 2005, Annie made a
promise that she would become more involved.
Annie had no idea that she would later find out that her 25
year-old friend and co-worker, Amy Faile, would be
diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. This news further
charged Annie’s desire to become involved with Relay for
Life in an even more significant way. In 2006, Annie and
Amy were co-captains of the ASB Amy’s Angels Relay for
Life team. With the support of ASB and team members,
they were able to raise the most money in Bibb County,
and the most money raised by a bank. In 2007, Annie and
Amy were again given the award for most money raised by
a bank, even though they divided up into two teams. In
2008, Amy lost her battle with cancer, which inspired ASB
Amy’s Angels Relay for Life team to work hard and raise
even more money than they had in previous years. They
once again were recognized by being the bank that raised
the most money. Annie said, “It amazes me how many
lives are affected by this harsh disease. At every turn,
there is another name added to the list; people I work with,
my family, and my friends. There is only one way to stop
the hurt. I believe that if you want something to happen,
you have to be willing to start the cycle. Getting involved
can make a difference. Yes, I have lost some family and
friends, but that makes me want to work even harder for a
cure.”
A new project that Annie looks forward to being involved
with is START Heart Walk. Start! Heart Walk is our
community members’ opportunity to join together with co-
workers, friends, and family members to fight heart
disease and stroke; which are the country’s number 1 and
number 3 killers, respectively. The Start! Heart Walk event
will take place on October 16 from 6 – 10 p.m. The walk
will originate from Central City Park and continue along
the River Walk.
In summary Annie says, “STAND UP!” She quotes, “Let
us not be weary in doing good; for at the proper time, we
will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we
have opportunity, let us do good,” Galatians 6: 9 – 10.
she has spent more years with the American Cancer
Society than any other. Annie became involved with the
America Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in 1990. Annie
has one brother who is a 20-year survivor, and a brother
that died from lung cancer. She was a team member for
her church; she also
was a team member at work. In 2005, Annie made a
promise that she would become more involved.
Annie had no idea that she would later find out that her 25
year-old friend and co-worker, Amy Faile, would be
diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. This news further
charged Annie’s desire to become involved with Relay for
Life in an even more significant way. In 2006, Annie and
Amy were co-captains of the ASB Amy’s Angels Relay for
Life team. With the support of ASB and team members,
they were able to raise the most money in Bibb County,
and the most money raised by a bank. In 2007, Annie and
Amy were again given the award for most money raised by
a bank, even though they divided up into two teams. In
2008, Amy lost her battle with cancer, which inspired ASB
Amy’s Angels Relay for Life team to work hard and raise
even more money than they had in previous years. They
once again were recognized by being the bank that raised
the most money. Annie said, “It amazes me how many
lives are affected by this harsh disease. At every turn,
there is another name added to the list; people I work with,
my family, and my friends. There is only one way to stop
the hurt. I believe that if you want something to happen,
you have to be willing to start the cycle. Getting involved
can make a difference. Yes, I have lost some family and
friends, but that makes me want to work even harder for a
cure.”
A new project that Annie looks forward to being involved
with is START Heart Walk. Start! Heart Walk is our
community members’ opportunity to join together with co-
workers, friends, and family members to fight heart
disease and stroke; which are the country’s number 1 and
number 3 killers, respectively. The Start! Heart Walk event
will take place on October 16 from 6 – 10 p.m. The walk
will originate from Central City Park and continue along
the River Walk.
In summary Annie says, “STAND UP!” She quotes, “Let
us not be weary in doing good; for at the proper time, we
will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we
have opportunity, let us do good,” Galatians 6: 9 – 10.
Annie Reed
Pathfinder of the Month
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