DECEMBER 11th, 2023/Lawton, OK: Sovereign Bank is proud to announce the promotion of Rusty Taylor to the position of Senior Vice President, Regional Mark President – Lawton & Greer County. Rusty, who initially joined the bank as Vice President, Commercial Lender, has demonstrated exceptional dedication and expertise in his role.
Rusty has over fifteen years of banking experience, showcasing proficiency in credit analysis, consumer lending, and commercial lending. His wealth of knowledge and commitment to the community quickly made him an invaluable asset to Sovereign Bank.
James Boggs, President of Community Banking, expressed his enthusiasm about Rusty’s promotion, stating, “We are thrilled to recognize Rusty’s outstanding contributions to our team. His extensive experience and deep understanding of the community make him the ideal candidate for the role of Senior Vice President, Regional Market President.”
Rusty, a native of Southwest Oklahoma, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to the bank’s growth. “I am honored to take on this new role at Sovereign Bank. This aligns with my commitment to serving the community and supporting the growth of Oklahoma businesses. I look forward to leading the team in Lawton and Greer County and continuing our mission of providing exceptional banking services,” said Rusty.
As Senior Vice President, Regional Market President, Rusty will play a pivotal role in overseeing and expanding the bank’s presence in the region, further solidifying Sovereign Bank’s commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity.
Sovereign Bank congratulates Rusty on his well-deserved promotion and looks forward to his continued success in this new leadership role.
About Sovereign Bank: Based in Shawnee, Oklahoma, with branches in Oklahoma City, Midwest City, Lawton, Holdenville, Granite, Mangum, Canute, and a LPO in Edmond. Chartered as First Oklahoma Bank in June 1983, it was purchased by the Citizen Potawatomi Nation in February 1989, and changed its name to First National Bank & Trust, now Sovereign Bank. Located at 130 East MacArthur in Shawnee, Oklahoma, its assets exceed $900 million.
