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Third Coast Bank Appoints Pawelek Regional President and Head of Houston Corporate Banking

April 1, 2026 by Neil Ferguson

On March 5, Third Coast Bancshares Inc., the holding company of Humble-based Third Coast Bank, announced the appointment of Eva Pawelek to serve as regional president and head of Houston corporate banking. She joined the organization in October 2025 following the merger between Third Coast Bancshares Inc. and Keystone Bancshares Inc. Pawelek will lead the … Read more

Banking Veteran Shelton Named President of Banking at Oklahoma-based First United Bank

April 3, 2025 by Neil Ferguson

Durant, Oklahoma-based First United Bank has promoted Wes Shelton to president of banking, recognizing his four decades of industry expertise and leadership. In this expanded role, Shelton will oversee bank system operations and lead First United Bank’s Centers of Excellence, credit committee and special-assets team. “Wes has been a cornerstone of our banking operations, bringing … Read more

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