Leawood, Kansas-based CrossFirst Bank has announced plans to enter the Fort Worth market. The bank received regulatory approval to open a full-service bank at 100 Throckmorton St., Ste. 150. It operates a temporary office at 420 Throckmorton St., Ste. 250, with plans to relocate to its permanent Fort Worth location in late summer 2023. Experienced banking executive Cody Kiser has been named Fort Worth market president.
Kiser has worked in Fort Worth banking for more than 17 years, serving in executive and leadership roles with a particular focus on community involvement and forging relationships with local, closely held businesses. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Harding University. Kiser is actively involved with Junior Achievement and has previously served on the board of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes of Greater DFW.
“Fort Worth is my hometown and a vibrant and growing community made up of passionate individuals and leaders,” says Randy Rapp, president. “Cody is a dynamic banking industry leader who is deeply invested in the community. He’s the perfect fit to spearhead our efforts to launch and grow our presence in the market.”
Established in 2007, CrossFirst Bank operates locations in Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico.