Celebrating Two Distinguished Award Winners: Ken Davis, Renasant Bank, and Jack Murphy, North Fulton Improvement Network (GNFCC 400 Insider, Episode 106)
In this episode of The GNFCC 400 Insider podcast, hosted by Kali Boatright, President and CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber, we meet two distinguished award recipients, Ken Davis and Jack Murphy. Ken, the GNFCC 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award winner and regional president of Renasant Bank, and Jack, GNFCC 2025 Citizen of the Year and leader of the North Fulton Improvement Network, discuss their extensive contributions to the community. They share their backgrounds, the impactful civic positions they’ve held, and initiatives they’ve championed, including workforce housing and community charitable efforts. Both leaders emphasize the importance of community involvement and provide insights and advice for others looking to make a difference.
The GNFCC 400 Insider is presented by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce and produced by John Ray and the North Fulton affiliate of Business RadioX®.
Ken Davis, Renasant Bank, 2025 GNFCC Lifetime Achievement Award
Ken Davis is the Georgia Division President at Renasant Bank, where his leadership has been instrumental in expanding the bank’s presence and increasing both commercial and consumer loan and deposit shares. He brings over 40 years of experience in finance and banking.
After earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wake Forest University and serving six years in the U.S. Army, Ken began his banking career in Atlanta. Prior to joining Renasant Bank, he held executive roles at other regional banks. Ken is also a graduate of the American Bankers Association Stonier Graduate School of Banking.
Ken is actively involved in his community, serving as a member of the Rotary Club of Roswell. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of North Fulton Community Charities. During his time living in and supporting the North Fulton Community, he has also served on the Board of Directors for the Gwinnett Chamber, Johns Creek Chamber, Georgia Ensemble Theatre, North Metro Miracle League, March of Dimes of North Fulton, Ed Isakson Alpharetta YMCA, and the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Ken was part of the teams that selected executive directors for the Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Greater North Fulton Chamber. His efforts in these organizations reflect his passion for enhancing the quality of life in North Fulton.
Jack Murphy, North Fulton Improvement Network, 2025 GNFCC Citizen of the Year Award
Jack Murphy is a volunteer with The Society of St. Vincent de Paul and is Chair of the North Fulton Improvement Network. He is also in his 22nd year of working for the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce.
Prior to the Chamber, Jack worked for and with Fortune 500 companies in operations, human resources, training, and quality areas. Jack was a senior adjunct professor for Quality & Operations Management at Keller Graduate School for 14 years.
He has served on both the National and Georgia boards of The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, responsible for Diversity, Advocacy, & Systemic Change. Jack is currently the national SVDP chair of Systemic Change and Advocacy.
Jack received a BA in psychology from Belmont Abbey College and an M.Ed. from UNC-Greensboro. Jack and his wife, Nancy, a retired elementary school principal, have two grown daughters and two grandchildren. They live in Alpharetta, Georgia.
Topics Discussed in this Episode
00:00 Introduction to The GNFCC 400 Insider podcast
00:38 Meet the Award Winners: Ken Davis and Jack Murphy
01:29 Ken Davis: Lifetime Achievement Award Winner
01:57 Jack Murphy: Citizen of the Year Community Service Award Winner
02:43 Community Leadership and Civic Engagement
08:50 Personal Journeys and Inspirations
18:16 Challenges and Triumphs in Leadership
21:51 Future of North Fulton: Exciting Developments
26:32 Advice for Aspiring Community Leaders
30:22 Conclusion and Contact Information
About GNFCC and The GNFCC 400 Insider
The GNFCC 400 Insider is sponsored by the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC), and the host of the show is Kali Boatright, President and CEO of GNFCC.
The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit, member-driven organization comprised of over 1,400 business enterprises, civic organizations, educational institutions, and individuals. Their service area includes Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Roswell, and Sandy Springs. GNFCC is the leading voice on economic development, business growth, and quality of life issues in North Fulton County.
As a five-star accredited chamber, GNFCC’s vision is to be the premier organization driving member and community success across the region, and they are dedicated to pursuing this vision based on the guiding principles of advocacy, inclusivity, and operational excellence.
GNFCC promotes the interests of their members by assuming a leadership role in making North Fulton an excellent place to work, live, play, and stay. They provide one voice for all local businesses to influence decision-makers, recommend legislation, and protect the valuable resources that make North Fulton a popular place to live.
For more information on GNFCC and its North Fulton County service area, follow this link or call (770) 993-8806. For more information on other GNFCC events, follow this link.
