Lakeside Bank has appointed Chris Williams as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. With 25 years of community banking experience, Williams will use his proven leadership and management expertise to guide Lakeside in its next phase.
Williams was a founding member of BTH Bank in Dallas, Texas, helping expand the bank’s assets to $2 billion before its 2022 merger with Origin Bank. He most recently served as Regional Executive Vice President at Origin Bank, strengthening market presence and driving business development.
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“We’re excited to have Chris join Lakeside,” said Brian Pratt, Board Member, Lakeside Bank. “He loves what he does and does it exceptionally well. He will lead our continued pursuit to be the best bank in our market.”
As CEO, Williams aims to set Lakeside apart through unparalleled customer service, tailored banking solutions, and a strong, positive bank culture. His leadership will focus on:
- Enhancing efficiency with improved processes that drive productivity and effectiveness.
- Expanding banking products to elevate client service.
- Advancing technology to optimize operations and enhance the customer experience.
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“I am honored to join Lakeside Bank as President and CEO,” said Chris Williams, President and CEO, Lakeside Bank. “Our team will continue to strengthen Lakeside Bank’s position in the market, delivering exceptional experiences to our clients and driving long-term growth.”
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“Lakeside is honored to have built the dream team consisting of the top talent in the industry with Chris Williams at the helm,” said Ken Pratt, Board Member, Lakeside Bank. “We are proud to onboard Chris to continue defining what banking should be through customer service and relationships.”
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Source – Businesswire
