On June 16, Fredericksburg-based Security State Bank & Trust announced the appointment of Tish Perez as president and a member of the board of directors during the bank’s 85th anniversary year. She becomes the first woman to serve as president and on the bank board. Perez will oversee Security State Bank’s operations, marketing, credit, treasury solutions, lending and branch network functions, helping lead the continued growth and strategic direction of the organization. Dan Kemp will continue to serve as chairman and CEO, maintaining overall leadership of the organization and its long-term strategic vision.
During her 27-year career with SSB&T, Perez has served in a variety of leadership roles, including chief lending officer, regional president, branch president and senior vice president.
“Tish has consistently demonstrated the leadership, vision and dedication that define SSB&T,” Kemp says. “She leads with integrity, builds strong relationships and brings a strategic perspective that has helped position our bank for continued success. Her appointment reflects both her outstanding contributions to SSB&T and our commitment to developing strong leaders who will help guide the future of our organization.”
Established in 1941, Security State Bank & Trust has grown into a $2.2 billion community bank with 18 locations serving customers across the Texas Hill Country, Central Texas and North Texas. As it celebrates its 85th anniversary, the bank continues to grow with planned expansion into Johnson City, Fort Worth and Weatherford.
