TEXAS BANKING NEWS, PEOPLE AND IDEAS
TEXAS BANKING NEWS, PEOPLE AND IDEAS
Mergers and Acquisitions The OCC reports that The Huntington National Bank, based in Columbus, Ohio, has applied to acquire Veritex Community Bank, based in Dallas. Conversions The TDB reports that MapleMark Bank, based in Dallas, has applied to convert to an Oklahoma state charter under the name MapleMark Bank. Branches The OCC reports that JPMorgan … Read more
Henderson-based VeraBank has hired Rich Berman as executive vice president and regional president for Williamson County. “[Berman] has spent nearly two decades building strong, trusted relationships throughout the region—and it shows,” says Brad Tidwell, CEO. “Rich brings genuine care for customers, proven leadership and a deep understanding of the region, making him a perfect fit … Read more
Branches The OCC reports that Southtrust Bank NA, based in George West, has established a branch at 14090 Southwest Fwy., Ste. 220, in Sugar Land. The OCC reports that it has approved an application by Great Plains National Bank, based in Elk City, Oklahoma, to establish a branch at 2624 N. Loy Lake Rd. in … Read more
Mergers and Acquisitions The OCC reports that it has approved an application by City National Bank of Colorado City, based in Colorado City, to acquire Citizens Bank NA, based in Abilene. The TDB reports that Industry State Bank, based in Industry; Fayetteville Bank, based in Fayetteville; and Citizens State Bank, based in Buffalo, have completed … Read more
Mergers and Acquisitions The TDB reports that Liberty Capital Bank, based in Addison, has applied to acquire Texas Heritage Bank, based in Boerne. Branches The TDB reports that TexasBank, based in Brownwood, has established a branch at 1415 S. FM 51 in Decatur. The TDB reports that Citizens State Bank, based in Woodville, has established … Read more
ORogers Pope Sr. and Rogers Pope Jr.n June 17, Rogers Pope Sr., chairman of Longview-based Texas Bank and Trust, announced a significant leadership transition during the bank’s board of directors meeting. He is passing the gavel of chairmanship to his son, Rogers Pope Jr. He will remain active in the bank in his new role … Read more
Branches The OCC reports that it has approved an application by Texana Bank NA, based in Linden, to establish a branch at 1680 Keller Pkwy. in Keller. The TDB reports that North Dallas Bank & Trust Co., based in Dallas, has applied to establish a branch at 4961 Fields Pkwy. in Frisco. The TDB reports … Read more
Home Offices The OCC reports that The First National Bank of Eagle Lake, based in Eagle Lake, has relocated its home office from 100 Commerce St. in Eagle Lake to 1217 E. Main St. in Eagle Lake. Conversions The TDB reports that Cendera Bank NA, based in Bells, has applied to convert to a state … Read more
Mergers and Acquisitions The TDB reports that CapTex Bank, based in Fort Worth, has merged with and into Community National Bank and Trust of Texas, based in Corsicana. The OCC reports that The First National Bank of Eldorado, based in Eldorado, has acquired a branch of Western Bank, based in Lubbock. The branch is located … Read more
On June 3, Independent Banker magazine, the monthly publication of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), announced its seventh annual “40 Under 40: Community Bank Leaders” list, recognizing the rising stars transforming community banking through innovation, leadership and service. Several Texas-based bankers were included on the list, which represents a diverse mix of emerging … Read more