Wichita Falls, Texas – March 5, 2026 – American National Bank & Trust is excited to announce key hires and promotions across multiple locations, demonstrating the bank’s continued growth and commitment to recognizing outstanding talent.
“As we continue to grow, it is essential to recognize our existing leaders while welcoming new expertise to the family,” said Craig Berry, President & Chief Lending Officer at American National Bank & Trust. “These new additions reflect our commitment to building a team that is dedicated to our customers and our communities.”
New Employees:
- TJ Hurt | Executive Vice President, Chief Technology Officer| Wichita Falls, TX
- Kena Baxley | Senior Vice President, Fiduciary Real Estate Asset Manager | Dallas, TX
Promoted Employees:
- Judy Leveridge | Executive Vice President, Chief Risk Officer | Denton, TX
- Paul Scheurer | Executive Vice President, Director Correspondent Banking | Fort Worth, TX
- Matt Tucker | Executive Vice President | Fort Worth, TX
- Damon Whatley | Executive Vice President | Wichita Falls, TX
- Garrett Betts | Senior Vice President, Portfolio Manager | Wichita Falls, TX
- Donna Heaton | Senior Vice President, Human Resources Director | Wichita Falls, TX
- Rhona Kelton | Senior Vice President | Wichita Falls, TX
- Travis Garrett | Vice President, Branch Manager, Loan Officer | Quanah, TX
- Francis Ortiz | Vice President, Call Center Manager | Wichita Falls, TX
- Ashley Wylie | Vice President, Lobby Service Manager | Wichita Falls, TX
Press Contact:
David Layton
Senior Vice President
Branding & Marketing
David.Layton@amnat.com
940-310-6932
About American National Bank & Trust:
American National Bank & Trust (AMNAT), headquartered in Wichita Falls, Texas, stands out as one of the largest independently owned financial institutions in the North Texas region. With more than $2.4 billion in assets and 300 talented individuals, we are grounded in our legacy of providing exceptional customer service since 1976. We continue to grow into a regional financial institution powerhouse, serving communities from the Red River to the Gulf Coast.
