Capra Bank Assembles Advisory Board Comprised of West Texas Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders

On August 8, Greg Garland, president of Dubuque, Iowa-based Capra Bank, announced the assembly of a local advisory board that includes seasoned bankers, successful businessmen and native West Texans. Last September, Capra Bank opened its first Texas branch in Lubbock. “[The advisory board’s] guidance, expertise and intimate knowledge of the Lubbock community will be integral … Read more

Orr Retiring as CEO of FirstBank & Trust, Will Continue as Board Chair with Garland as New CEO

On January 28, Lubbock-based FirstBank & Trust of Texas announced the retirement of CEO Barry Orr, effective March 31. He is the organizer and founder of the bank, which will celebrate its 25th anniversary this year. Orr will continue to serve as chairman of the board for FirstBank & Trust, as well as on the board … Read more