TexasBank Grows Its Executive Team

July 2026 – Fort Worth, Texas

TexasBank announced several executive leadership appointments designed to support the bank’s continued growth while strengthening its mission to serve customers, empower employees, and invest in the communities it calls home. The appointments reflect TexasBank’s long-standing commitment to authentic relationships, trusted partnerships, and values-driven community banking across Texas.

The appointments include Bill Wade as Chief Operating Officer, Leslie Lewis as Chief Experience Officer, and Matt Duncan adding the role of Chief Risk Officer while continuing to serve as Chief Credit Officer.

Bill Wade Named Chief Operating Officer

Bill Wade joins TexasBank as Chief Operating Officer, bringing extensive executive leadership experience in banking operations, technology, strategic planning, project management, process improvement, and large-scale transformation initiatives. Throughout his career, Wade has led organizations through significant growth by aligning teams, disciplined execution, and sophisticated solutions that improve performance, strengthen infrastructure, and position organizations for long-term success.

As Chief Operating Officer, Wade will oversee the bank's Information Technology and Business Process Improvement (BPI) teams while partnering with senior leadership to advance enterprise projects, strengthen operational performance, and develop scalable solutions that help TexasBank serve customers and communities with greater consistency, insight, and excellence.

"Strong organizations are built on people, purpose, and disciplined execution," said Wade. "I'm excited to join TexasBank because growth is ultimately about people. Strong systems, technology, and processes simply give great teams more opportunities to serve customers well."

Leslie Lewis Named Chief Experience Officer

Leslie Lewis has been appointed Chief Experience Officer, formalizing a leadership role she has already been instrumental in shaping across the organization. Lewis has focused on building a culture of shared success by aligning people, processes, and priorities around TexasBank’s mission, vision, and values. Her leadership has strengthened the connection between employee engagement, operational excellence, customer trust, and community impact while supporting the bank’s continued growth with authenticity and purpose.

In her role as Chief Experience Officer, Lewis will continue overseeing Deposit Operations, Retail Banking, Human Resources, Marketing, Training, and Internal Communications. She will remain focused on creating meaningful experiences that make customers feel known, valued, and confident while strengthening the culture, communication, and shared accountability that help employees succeed and communities thrive.

"The experience we create for our employees directly impacts the experience we deliver to our customers," Lewis said. "I'm honored to continue helping build a culture rooted in shared success, authenticity, and service—one where our teams are empowered to grow, take ownership, and serve our communities in a way that feels personal, trusted, and true to TexasBank."

Matt Duncan Appointed Chief Risk Officer

In addition to his responsibilities as Chief Credit Officer, Matt Duncan has been appointed Chief Risk Officer following action by the TexasBank Board of Directors.

In this expanded leadership role, Duncan will oversee Credit, Loan Operations, Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management, and Information Security. His responsibilities will help ensure TexasBank continues growing responsibly while protecting the trust customers have placed in the bank for generations.

"Managing risk isn't simply about protecting the organization, it's about creating the confidence to grow responsibly," Duncan said. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to help ensure TexasBank remains well-positioned to serve our customers, support our communities, and continue building for the future."

Supporting the Next Chapter of Growth

Greg Dodds, President and Chief Executive Officer of TexasBank, said the appointments reflect the bank's commitment to investing in exceptional leadership as it continues expanding its footprint and capabilities.

"TexasBank has experienced tremendous growth because of the talented people who lead our organization every day," said Dodds. "Our vision for the future is rooted in the same values that have shaped us for generations: authentic relationships, responsible growth, community commitment, and service that feels personal. Bill, Leslie, and Matt each bring leadership that reflects who TexasBank is at its core, positioning us to continue serving customers with excellence while staying true to the communities and values that define us."

Together, these appointments reinforce TexasBank's commitment to investing in exceptional people, strengthening trusted relationships, delivering sophisticated solutions, and remaining an authentic community banking partner for customers, businesses, and communities across Texas.

TexasBank is a multi-generational, full-service community bank with 19 locations serving the DFW Metroplex, Central Texas, and West Texas.   The bank is a member of the FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.