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Bailey Named CEO of First Financial Bankshares and First Financial Bank, Additional Appointments Announced

January 29, 2026 by Neil Ferguson

On January 27, the boards of First Financial Bankshares Inc. and Abilene-based First Financial Bank announced the promotion of David Bailey to CEO of both entities. The position was previously held by F. Scott Dueser, who will continue to serve as executive chairman of both boards. “David has been with the company for more than … Read more

SouthWest Bank Appoints Entrepreneur Navarrete to Board

May 29, 2025 by Neil Ferguson

On April 28, the board of directors of Odessa-based SouthWest Bank announced the promotion of Isaiah Navarrete from advisory director to full board member. Based in Odessa, Navarrete is an entrepreneur and business leader with a diverse background spanning lending, oil and gas, finance and construction. He is the owner of Cobra Coating, a partner … Read more

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