TEXAS BANKING NEWS, PEOPLE and IDEAS
Houston-based Amegy Bank has promoted Bobby Little to executive vice president of commercial banking. He will lead the bank’s expansion across Collin, Denton and Grayson counties as Amegy Bank continues expanding its presence in North Texas, including the recent opening of its first Frisco office at Hall Park. “Collin, Denton and Grayson counties continue to … Read more
Houston-based Amegy Bank has opened a new office in Frisco, expanding its presence along one of the fastest-growing economic corridors in North Texas. Located at Hall Office Park, 2601 Network Blvd., Suite 210, the office enhances Amegy Bank’s ability to serve businesses and individuals across Collin and Denton counties. “Frisco sits at the center of one … Read more
Houston-based Amegy Bank has appointed Alex Rasmussen as executive vice president and private banking manager for Central Texas. In this role, he will lead a team of private bankers and relationship managers serving clients across the Austin/San Antonio corridor. Based in San Antonio, Rasmussen will oversee growth initiatives across the region while delivering customized private banking, … Read more
On May 5, the Texas Bankers Foundation, the charitable arm of the Texas Bankers Association, announced the 15 recipients of its 2026 Cornerstone and Leader in Financial Education (LiFE) Awards. These honors recognize work that goes above and beyond in its commitment to community engagement and financial education across Texas. “These awards celebrate the banks … Read more
Dallas-based PlainsCapital Bank announced that Anthony White has joined its San Antonio lending team as senior vice president/senior relationship manager. He will be based at the bank’s Renaissance Plaza location at 70 N.E. Loop 410. White brings nearly 30 years of experience in commercial and corporate lending. His background includes serving clients in the commercial, … Read more
Birmingham, Alabama-based Regions Bank announced that Kafi Slaughter has joined the bank to serve as area wealth leader for Regions Private Wealth Management across Houston, Austin, San Antonio and other markets in the southern half of the Lone Star State. She will report to Connie Rogers, Texas regional executive for Regions Private Wealth Management. A fifth-generation … Read more
Texas businessman and banking pioneer Walter Johnson, founder of Houston-based Amegy Bank, will celebrate his 90th birthday on February 19, marking a lifetime of leadership that has helped shape Houston’s financial ecosystem and the broader Texas economy. In recognition of his impact, Mary Nan Huffman, a City of Houston council member, will present Johnson with … Read more
Houston-based Amegy Bank announced the promotion of three long-standing leaders—Adam Traweek, Amanda Erebia and Ray Smaistrla—to executive vice president. Adam Traweek was promoted to commercial lending manager/executive vice president, overseeing the Southwest commercial banking team. He joined the bank 19 years ago and has held several leadership roles, including co-sponsor of the banker development program … Read more
Dallas-based Susser Bank has appointed Hank Holmes to its board of directors. Based in Houston, he brings more than three decades of executive banking experience. Holmes most recently served as chief banking officer and president of Cadence Bank, for which he spent 13 years leading the organization. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role … Read more
Seven Texas banks have been recognized by the American Bankers Association (ABA) Foundation for their outstanding community initiatives in this year’s Community Commitment Awards, which celebrate banks nationwide that go above and beyond to strengthen the communities they serve. From affordable housing to financial education and senior protection, these programs reflect the deep community roots … Read more