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First Bank Texas announced the hiring of Mark Drennan as chief lending officer, bringing more than 25 years of leadership experience in commercial banking across North Texas to the institution’s executive leadership team.
Mark Drennan
Based in Fort Worth, Drennan will oversee lending across First Bank Texas’ expanding network of locations, working closely with commercial banking, commercial real estate, mortgage, and consumer lending teams.
“Mark brings both the expertise and heart for community banking that aligns perfectly with our values,” said Zan Prince, Chairman of First Bank Texas. “His leadership will be instrumental as we continue to expand our lending and related services while staying rooted in the personalized, relationship-based approach our clients trust.”
Chartered in 1880, First Bank Texas is a community-focused financial institution serving customers across DFW and West Texas, offering consumer, commercial, and wealth management services.
Drennan’s banking career has centered on serving clients and communities across North Texas. His prior leadership experience includes serving as regional president for Southside Bank, an $8 billion asset community bank, and holding commercial banking roles with Bank of Texas.
A graduate of Texas Tech University and the Stonier National Graduate School of Banking at the University of Pennsylvania, Drennan is a Fort Worth native and longtime community advocate.
“I’ve always believed that banking is about people — building trust, providing guidance, and supporting growth,” said Drennan. “I’m honored to join First Bank Texas and contribute to a culture that truly values service and community impact.”