Mark A. Gooch is the Chief Executive Officer of Community Trust Bancorp (CTBI), having stepped into the role on February 7, 2022, after a long career with the company. He joined CTBI in 1981, meaning he’s got over 40 years...

Mark A. Gooch is the Chief Executive Officer of Community Trust Bancorp (CTBI), having stepped into the role on February 7, 2022, after a long career with the company. He joined CTBI in 1981, meaning he’s got over 40 years of experience in the banking industry. Gooch has held various positions, starting as a branch manager and eventually working his way up to President and CEO of Community Trust Bank, and then to his current role at CTBI. Interestingly, he was also Vice Chairman before becoming CEO, showing that he has been closely involved with the company's direction for some time. His career has included roles in retail lending, compliance, and operations, which gives him a comprehensive view of how banking works from different angles. Beyond just managing daily operations, he’s been active in economic development; he serves on several boards, including the City of Pikeville Economic Development Board and CEDAR, which reflects his commitment to community growth. In terms of finances, his compensation was about $1.17 million in 2023, which wasn’t quite at its peak from the previous year when it was over $1.59 million. Gooch has navigated the company through ups and downs and continues to lead CTBI into the future.