On August 26, San Antonio-based Broadway Bank announced a comprehensive leadership realignment “designed to strengthen the organization’s operational foundation and enhance responsiveness to evolving client needs.” The strategic restructuring includes key promotions and expanded leadership roles.
The bank announced the addition of two new executive vice presidents to its leadership team:
- Chris Fausto has been appointed executive vice president of administration and strategic projects manager; and
- Brett McCord has been promoted to executive vice president and chief financial officer.
The following bankers have assumed expanded responsibilities in their elevated roles:
- Josh Loden has been elevated to senior executive vice president and chief banking executive;
- Sean Showers has been elevated to senior executive vice president and chief administration officer;
- Blake Absher has been promoted to head of commercial bank/commercial real estate and Austin market president;
- Christian Escamilla has been promoted to executive vice president, head of wealth management, marketing & communications, and CEO of Broadway Wealth Solutions Inc.;
- Samantha Price has been appointed executive vice president and chief human resources officer;
- Eric Roberts has been promoted to executive vice president, head of private banking and residential lending; and
- Venessa Arriaga has been promoted to senior executive assistant, CEO’s office.
According to a press release, “The leadership restructuring is designed to streamline communication flow across all organizational levels, accelerate decision-making processes and strengthen Broadway Bank’s ability to capitalize on new market opportunities while maintaining its solid operational foundation.”
“These carefully planned leadership changes reflect our commitment to operational excellence and our confidence in the exceptional talent within our organization,” says Harvey P. Hartenstine, interim CEO and president. “We are on track for one of our most profitable years in the bank’s history, and this new structure positions us to build on that momentum while remaining agile in today’s rapidly changing economic environment.”
Established in 1941, Broadway Bank has 33 full-service branches and one de novo branch in Texas.












