Joseph Banks

Candidate for Letcher County Judge Executive
Letcher County, Kentucky

Pastor • Business Owner • Former State Employee • Builder • Community Leader

Professional Summary

Community leader with over 30 years of pastoral leadership, 25+ years of business ownership, and 12 years of service with the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Experienced in managing people, budgets, safety programs, environmental compliance, and construction projects. Deep roots in Eastern Kentucky with a lifelong commitment to faith, family, accountability, and service. Dedicated to restoring trust in government, rebuilding infrastructure, and reviving opportunity in Letcher County.

Professional, Business & Government Experience
Pastor

Faith Independent Baptist Church
1995 – Present (30 Years)

• Pastor for three decades, providing spiritual leadership, counseling, and community guidance
• Oversees church operations, budgeting, facilities, and outreach efforts
• Leads congregational initiatives focused on service, integrity, and community responsibility
• Long-standing trusted presence for families across Letcher County

Co-Owner

Faith Mountain Enterprises LLC
2020 – Present

• Actively involved in residential home construction and development in Central Kentucky
• Oversees project coordination, budgeting, materials, and timelines
• Works with contractors, inspectors, and local officials to ensure quality and compliance
• Practical, hands-on experience addressing housing needs and infrastructure challenges

Founder & Owner

Joseph Banks Wealth & Retirement Solutions LLC
2010 (Part-Time) – Present | Full-Time since 2018

• Established and operates a retirement and insurance planning firm serving families across multiple states
• Managed operations part-time while working for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, then transitioned to full-time in 2018
• Opened first full-time office in Danville, Kentucky (2018)
• Relocated and expanded operations to Whitesburg, Kentucky (2022)
• Responsible for budgeting, compliance, long-term planning, and client education
• Regularly evaluates risk, sustainability, and financial accountability skills directly applicable to county government

Mine Training Technician

Commonwealth of Kentucky
Approximately 2 Years

• Provided safety and compliance training for miners across Kentucky
• Ensured adherence to state and federal safety regulations
• Worked directly with workers and supervisors to reduce workplace accidents and improve emergency preparedness

Environmental Scientist III

Commonwealth of Kentucky

• Approximately 10 Years Conducted inspections and compliance oversight related to land, water, and environmental protection
• Reviewed permits and regulatory documentation
• Experience protecting public resources and understanding infrastructure impacts on waterways and communities

Co-Founder, Part Owner, Vice President & Secretary-Treasurer

Appalachia Truss, Inc.
1999 – 2010

• Co-founded and helped grow a manufacturing business in Eastern Kentucky
• Served as Vice President and Secretary-Treasurer, responsible for:
• Financial records and bookkeeping
• Payroll and budgeting
• Contract coordination
• Daily operations and workforce management
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing, logistics, and cost control

Active supporter

• of churches, families, and community initiatives
• Experience with fundraising, grant awareness, and long-term planning
• Leadership & Practical Skills
• Fiscal Oversight & Budget Management
• Infrastructure & Construction Coordination
• Safety Training & Emergency Preparedness
• Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
• Team Leadership & Accountability
• Contract Review & Oversight
• Long-Term Strategic Planning

Core Values

• Faith, God centered leadership
• Family, Protecting future generations
• Integrity, Honest, transparent decision-making

Work Ethic – Hands-on leadership, not politics

• Service – Government should serve the people
• Campaign Commitment
• As Letcher County Judge Executive, I will:
• Put people before politics
• Demand accountability for every tax dollar
• Focus on roads, water, safety, and jobs

Work with anyone willing to move Letcher County forward

Restore. Rebuild. Revive.

Paid for By Joseph Banks