Thomas Kimsey Named SBA Associate Administrator for Capital Access

February 11, 2025

Bob Coleman
Founder & Publisher

SBA Hot Topic Tuesday — Thomas Kimsey Named SBA Associate Administrator for Capital Access

President Trump has appointed Thomas Kimsey, President and CEO of Thomas Financial Group, as Associate Administrator for the Office of Capital Access.

“We are immensely proud of Thomas Kimsey’s commitment to serving his country in this critical role,” says Jeremy Gilpin, Chairman of the Board of Community Bankshares, Inc. “His extensive experience and passion for supporting small businesses make him uniquely qualified to improve the SBA’s ability to drive economic growth and create opportunities for entrepreneurs nationwide.”

“Thomas Kimsey has been a visionary leader at Thomas Financial Group, and while we will miss his daily leadership, we are honored to see him take on this national responsibility,” says Chris Hurn, President of Community Bankshares, Inc. “His commitment to improving the landscape for small businesses will leave a lasting impact on the SBA and the entrepreneurs it serves.”

As Associate Administrator for Capital Access, Kimsey will work to enhance SBA programs and policies that support small businesses, ensuring they have the resources and access to capital needed to succeed in today’s competitive economy.

Kimsey will take a leave of absence from his role as President and CEO of Thomas Financial Group, a subsidiary of Community Bankshares, Inc.