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Jackson Named Chief Lending Officer and Senior Executive Vice President at VeraBank

January 30, 2025

Joel JacksonHenderson-based VeraBank has announced that Joel Jackson is now senior executive vice president, chief lending officer and regional chair of the bank’s Southeast region.

Jackson has more than 23 years of experience with a focus on commercial banking. He started his career in East Texas, working his way through various leadership positions at community banks before moving to College Station in 2012. Prior to his most recent promotion, Jackson served as senior vice president and regional president at VeraBank.

Jackson holds a BS degree in agricultural systems management from Texas A&M University–College Station, as well as an MBA degree from Texas A&M University–Texarkana. He also attended numerous commercial banking courses throughout his career and remains active within various trade associations.

“Joel brings a wealth of experience and an unparalleled dedication to our customers,” says Brad Tidwell, CEO. “His leadership and forward-thinking approach make him an ideal fit for this position.”

Established in 1930, VeraBank serves 19 counties in East, Central and Southeast Texas with 39 branches.

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Jackson Named Chief Lending Officer and Senior Executive Vice President at VeraBank

January 30, 2025

Joel JacksonHenderson-based VeraBank has announced that Joel Jackson is now senior executive vice president, chief lending officer and regional chair of the bank’s Southeast region.

Jackson has more than 23 years of experience with a focus on commercial banking. He started his career in East Texas, working his way through various leadership positions at community banks before moving to College Station in 2012. Prior to his most recent promotion, Jackson served as senior vice president and regional president at VeraBank.

Jackson holds a BS degree in agricultural systems management from Texas A&M University–College Station, as well as an MBA degree from Texas A&M University–Texarkana. He also attended numerous commercial banking courses throughout his career and remains active within various trade associations.

“Joel brings a wealth of experience and an unparalleled dedication to our customers,” says Brad Tidwell, CEO. “His leadership and forward-thinking approach make him an ideal fit for this position.”

Established in 1930, VeraBank serves 19 counties in East, Central and Southeast Texas with 39 branches.

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Texas Bankers

Jackson Named Chief Lending Officer and Senior Executive Vice President at VeraBank

January 30, 2025

Joel JacksonHenderson-based VeraBank has announced that Joel Jackson is now senior executive vice president, chief lending officer and regional chair of the bank’s Southeast region.

Jackson has more than 23 years of experience with a focus on commercial banking. He started his career in East Texas, working his way through various leadership positions at community banks before moving to College Station in 2012. Prior to his most recent promotion, Jackson served as senior vice president and regional president at VeraBank.

Jackson holds a BS degree in agricultural systems management from Texas A&M University–College Station, as well as an MBA degree from Texas A&M University–Texarkana. He also attended numerous commercial banking courses throughout his career and remains active within various trade associations.

“Joel brings a wealth of experience and an unparalleled dedication to our customers,” says Brad Tidwell, CEO. “His leadership and forward-thinking approach make him an ideal fit for this position.”

Established in 1930, VeraBank serves 19 counties in East, Central and Southeast Texas with 39 branches.

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Vantage Bank Welcomes Carroll as El Paso Market President and Executive Vice President

Security State Bank & Trust Names Perez President and Member of the Board

Susser Bank Expands Central Texas Commercial Banking Team with Appointment of Branigan

Community Bankers Honor Whitley Penn’s Murphy with Excellence in Leadership Award

Independent Bankers Association of Texas Elects 2026–27 Leadership Division Executive Committee

Fort Worth’s Trinity Bank Appoints Hegi Chief Financial Officer

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