Magnolia Trust Company Announces Addition of Zachary Minor, CFA, as Trust Administrator

ATLANTA and Chattanooga, Tenn. – Magnolia Trust Company, a leader in independent trust administration serving high-net-worth individuals and families across the Southeast and beyond, announced that Zachary Minor, CFA, has joined the company as a Trust Administrator in its Atlanta office. His addition further elevates Magnolia’s expertise and reinforces its reputation for delivering thoughtful guidance, personalized attention, and an exceptional client experience.

As Magnolia expands, the firm remains focused on building a team with the experience and operational depth needed to provide best-in-class service to its client families. In his role, Minor will work alongside Magnolia’s trust officers to oversee the day-to-day administration of trust accounts and help ensure each family’s needs are addressed with care and precision. His responsibilities include facilitating account onboarding, asset transfers and beneficiary distributions, monitoring account activity, maintaining accurate records, and communicating with families and their professional advisors. His contributions will help ensure trust relationships are managed efficiently while allowing Magnolia’s trust officers to remain focused on providing thoughtful, responsive service.

Minor brings more than nine years of experience in financial and investment operations. Most recently, he served as a Vice President at Goldman Sachs, supporting investment operations and account administration. Previously, he spent more than seven years at United Parcel Service in investment operations roles, gaining extensive experience supporting a complex trust structure and coordinating with the custodian and investment managers. His background provides a strong foundation in financial operations, account oversight and the attention to detail required in complex fiduciary relationships.

“Continued investment in our people is essential to maintaining the quality of service our client families expect,” said Todd McMullen, President and CEO of Magnolia Trust Company. “Zach brings a valuable combination of technical knowledge and operational experience that will benefit our firm and the families we serve. As Magnolia grows, maintaining the high standards of responsiveness, sound judgment and individualized attention that define our approach remains essential. We’re pleased to welcome him and look forward to the perspective and capabilities he brings to our organization.”

Minor earned his Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Georgia and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder.

“I’m excited to join Magnolia and be part of an organization that places such a high value on thoughtful fiduciary administration and personal relationships,” said Minor. “Magnolia’s independent model creates an opportunity to work closely with families and their existing professional advisors, providing the administrative support, attention to detail and consistent communication that help ensure their trust relationships are well served. I’m excited to contribute to Magnolia’s continued success and the high standard of service that sets the firm apart.”

About Magnolia Trust Company
Magnolia Trust Company provides superior individualized and independent trust administration services for high-net-worth individuals and families, including privately held business owners, foundations, family offices, and charitable organizations. Magnolia works alongside the client’s team of advisors to develop and execute tax and dynastic trust planning strategies and goals, while integrating business and personal cash flow needs. The client remains at the center, surrounded by personally selected advisors who help bring the client’s aspirations to life and preserve the client’s legacy for future generations.

Learn more at MagnoliaTrust.com.

Magnolia Trust Company Recognizes Four Team Members with Promotions

ATLANTA and CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – Magnolia Trust Company, a leader in independent trust administration serving high-net-worth individuals and families, is pleased to recognize the promotions of four team members whose leadership and contributions have helped advance the firm’s continued growth and success.

These promotions underscore Magnolia’s belief that investing in exceptional people strengthens the experience it delivers to client families and advisor partners alike. Representing trust administration, marketing, client service and finance, each individual has played a meaningful role in supporting the firm’s mission to provide independent fiduciary guidance rooted in expertise, responsiveness and enduring relationships.

Jamie Boyle has been promoted to Vice President and Trust Administrator, recognizing nearly seven years of dedicated service to Magnolia Trust Company. Since joining the firm in 2019, Boyle has become a respected leader within the trust administration team, known for her ability to navigate complex fiduciary relationships with professionalism, sound judgment and genuine care for the families she serves. As Vice President, she will continue guiding clients and their advisors through important decisions while helping foster the high standard of service that defines Magnolia.

After joining Magnolia Trust Company in 2021, Yasmeen Callum quickly became instrumental in shaping the firm’s brand and expanding its business development efforts. Promoted to Marketing Manager, Callum has led strategic marketing initiatives, integrated communications, signature events and digital campaigns that have elevated Magnolia’s visibility and strengthened engagement with advisor partners throughout the region. In her new role, she will continue driving initiatives that support the firm’s growth while enhancing the Magnolia brand across the Southeast and beyond.

Since becoming part of the Magnolia team in 2020, Michelle Przystas has distinguished herself through her responsiveness, meticulous attention to detail and unwavering focus on the client experience. Her promotion to Senior Trust Specialist reflects the confidence she has earned from clients, colleagues and advisor partners, as well as the important role she plays in the seamless administration of fiduciary relationships.

Kelly Schumacher’s promotion to Finance and Accounting Manager reflects the vital role she has played in strengthening Magnolia’s financial operations since joining the company in 2021. Through thoughtful financial oversight, analytical expertise and disciplined management, Schumacher has helped build a strong operational foundation that supports the firm’s strategic direction and long-term success.

Together, these promotions represent an important milestone in Magnolia Trust Company’s continued evolution, recognizing professionals whose dedication and expertise help shape the firm’s future while reinforcing its reputation for thoughtful, independent fiduciary service.

“At Magnolia, our greatest strength has always been our people,” said Todd McMullen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Magnolia Trust Company. “Jamie, Yasmeen, Michelle and Kelly each exemplify the professionalism, integrity and client-first mindset that define our organization. Their leadership, commitment and collaborative spirit have made a meaningful impact on our clients, our colleagues and our continued success. I am proud to recognize each of them as they step into these new roles and look forward to the many ways they will help shape Magnolia’s future.”

Founded on the belief that trust administration should be independent, relationship-driven and advisor-friendly, Magnolia Trust Company has earned a reputation for delivering sophisticated fiduciary solutions with a personal approach. As the firm continues to grow, it remains focused on helping families preserve wealth, protect legacies and navigate life’s most important financial decisions with confidence.

About Magnolia Trust Company

Magnolia Trust Company is an independent trust company headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with offices in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm provides comprehensive trust administration and fiduciary solutions for high-net-worth individuals, families, business owners and their trusted advisors. Guided by a culture of integrity, expertise and personalized service, Magnolia Trust Company serves as an independent fiduciary partner dedicated to preserving wealth and protecting legacies for generations.

Learn more at www.MagnoliaTrust.com.