On February 23, Texas Gulf Bancshares Inc., the parent company of Texas Gulf Bank NA, announced the appointment of Steve Thompson as president and chief executive officer of the bank. He will focus on accelerating the bank’s growth across its core footprint in Harris, Galveston and Brazoria counties. Thompson succeeds James F. Brown Jr., who will continue serving as vice chairman of Texas Gulf Bancshares Inc.
“Following a thorough and deliberate search process, the board unanimously concluded that Steve is the right leader to guide the bank into its next chapter,” says Wirt Blaffer, chairman of the boards of Texas Gulf Bancshares and Texas Gulf Bank.
Thompson is recognized for driving revenue growth, advancing strategic initiatives and leading high-performing teams through periods of transition. He brings more than 15 years of banking leadership experience, most recently serving as Houston area president at Prosperity Bank. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas–Austin.
Established in 1913 as Freeport National Bank, Texas Gulf Bank adopted its current name following the introduction of branch banking in Texas. Today, the bank operates nine branches.
