I rise today to recognize Kay Ford as a recipient of the 2026 Legacy Leader Award. Mrs. Ford is the definition of a driven and committed leader, currently serving as chair of BankSouth's advisory board for the Savannah market. She has held numerous senior-level positions within retail banking and private wealth management, including becoming the first female chair of the Savannah Economic Development Authority Board of Directors in its century-long history. Throughout her career, Ford has served on a wide variety of community-driven boards, like the Savannah Fund for Excellence in Education, St. Mary's Home, and Senior Citizens, Incorporated. Her passion for engaging and contributing to her community is a testimony to the servant-leader she is: tireless, inclusive, and invested in making her community stronger. From business ventures to community involvement, Kay Ford has left a positive impact on the southeast Georgia community.
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Recognizing Kay Ford for her contributions and leadership in the Savannah community.
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