Durant, Oklahoma-based First United Bank has appointed David Little chief operating officer. He brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in financial services, with expertise in banking operations, strategic transformation and developing high-performing teams.
“David brings tremendous experience, strong leadership and a proven ability to build teams and strengthen organizations,” says Greg Massey, chairman and CEO. “What stood out to us was not only his operational expertise, but his commitment to people and his alignment with our purpose and values. As we continue pursuing Vision 2030, David will play an important role in helping us build an even stronger organization for our employees, customers and communities.”
Prior to joining First United, Little served as executive vice president of consumer and business banking operations at U.S. Bank, where he led large-scale operations supporting consumer and business banking, mortgage servicing, branch operations and treasury functions. During his tenure, he implemented significant operational improvements, advanced digital transformation initiatives and strengthened organizational performance through technology, automation and process improvements.
Little previously held executive leadership positions with Nationstar Mortgage, JPMorgan Chase, EMC Mortgage/Bear Stearns and Household International/HSBC. His experience spans domestic and international operations, strategic planning, risk management and organizational change.
Little holds a BSBA from Ferris State University. He has also been active in Junior Achievement and received the organization’s National Gold Leadership Award.
Established in 1900, First United Bank operates more than 95 bank, mortgage and insurance locations across Oklahoma and Texas.
