Jeff McGruder is Vice President of Truxton Banking. With nearly two decades of experience in banking, Jeff brings a deep understanding of relationship management, credit structuring, and community engagement to the clients he serves.
Before joining Truxton, Jeff held senior leadership roles at Bank of Tennessee, Citizens Savings Bank & Trust, and Pinnacle Financial Partners, where he managed commercial banking relationships across Middle Tennessee and the greater Nashville market. His career has been defined by a disciplined, client-focused approach to financial strategy and an emphasis on conservative, long-term banking practices that build trust and drive generational impact.
Mr. McGruder earned his Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Administration from Trevecca Nazarene University and his Bachelor’s degree from The University of Tennessee at Knoxville, where he was a student-athlete and student assistant coach.
An active leader in the Nashville community, Jeff currently serves on the Board of Trustees at Lipscomb University and has been deeply involved with organizations such as KIPP Nashville, Leadership Nashville, and the HustleStrong Foundation. His commitment to financial literacy, mentorship, and civic engagement reflects his belief that strong communities and strong banking relationships go hand in hand.
