Matt Crable Named Chief Lending Officer

Texas First is proud to announce that Matt Crable has been named Chief Lending Officer and Advisory Director, effective January 1, 2026.

With more than two decades in banking including SBA and commercial lending, Crable has served as Regional Loan President for Galveston County at Texas First since 2024. This promotion to CLO reflects his proven leadership skills, deep lending expertise, and commitment to our community.

“Throughout his time at Texas First, Matt has exemplified what dedicated leadership in community banking looks like. His vision and commitment transformed our SBA department into the strong, high-performing operation it is today, and his drive has helped our Galveston County region grow in new ways,” shared Chris Doyle, President and CEO of Texas First Bank. “As he steps into the Chief Lending Officer role, he brings not only deep institutional knowledge but a proven track record of building programs that serve Texas businesses well. We are confident he will use these skills to continue strengthening our lending portfolio and advancing our mission of Helping Texans Build Texas.”

Beyond his professional achievements, Crable is a trusted voice in the community banking industry and local community. He has served as a Director for the Independent Bankers Association of Texas (IBAT) Leadership Division and the Houston Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (HAGGL), as well as on the Boards of local organizations including the Santa Fe Texas Education Foundation and the Economic Development Corporation for the City of Santa Fe. Crable holds a BBA and an MBA from Texas Tech University, and he graduated with distinction from the Southwestern Graduate School of Banking.

Texas First congratulates Matt Crable on this well-earned promotion and looks forward to his continued leadership and success.

 

About Texas First Bank

Texas First Bank, a state-chartered community bank, has served individuals, small to medium-sized businesses, and large corporations along the Texas Gulf Coast since 1973. Headquartered in Texas City, Texas First Bank has 26 locations throughout Galveston, Harris, Brazoria, Chambers, Liberty, Montgomery, and Jefferson Counties. It offers a wide range of personal and commercial banking, loan, and investment products and services via a dedicated, local staff committed to providing superior service and treating customers like family. To learn more about Texas First Bank, visit www.texasfirst.bank. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. Helping Texans Build Texas®