The Board of Directors of Commercial Bank of Texas, NA, announce the promotion of Scott Bowyer to President, effective October 1st, 2026. Rusty Rust, who has served a dual role as Chief Executive Officer and President since 2013, will continue serving as CEO. Bowyer will lead the day-to-day banking operations, lending, internal performance and execution of strategy. He will report to Rust. Rust will focus on corporate governance, strategic planning, board development, and shareholder relations. The two will work together to continue CBTx’s vision to be the premier community-focused financial services organization in the markets served.
Scott Bowyer is pictured above.
The promotion is part of CBTx’s long-term succession plan and reflects the bank’s commitment to leadership continuity, organizational stability, and community banking excellence. Bowyer began his career at CBTx in 1994 during his freshman year at Stephen F. Austin State University as a part-time bookkeeper/ATM teller and rose to serve in numerous leadership roles, including Commercial Lender, Retail Banking Manager, Market President, Chief Lending Officer, and Executive Vice President. He has served in Senior Management since 2013. His knowledge, experience and leadership have been instrumental in the bank’s growth while maintaining its commitment to local communities and relationship banking.
Rusty Rust is pictured above.
“As we celebrate 125 years of serving Texans, this transition represents our commitment to ensuring CBTx remains a strong, trusted community resource for generations to come,” said Rust. “I have had the privilege of working with Scott for the past 28 years. Scott has a deep appreciation and understanding of the CBTx vision and mission. He is an exceptional banker and leader, and I look forward to continuing to collaborate with him as we build on the legacy of this institution.”
CBTx is a nationally chartered community-oriented financial institution that offers a full range of banking, wealth management and insurance services to individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations. The bank is a 5-Star Rated Bank by Bauer Financial, an independent bank rating firm. CBTx currently has twenty-three branches in eighteen communities in Texas including Alba, Allen, Beaumont, Bedford, Cushing, Diboll, Elkhart, Emory, Farmersville, Kennard, Lewisville, Lufkin, McKinney, Nacogdoches, Palestine, Roxton, San Augustine, and Wells. The bank understands the importance of being involved in and supporting the communities we serve. For more information about Commercial Bank of Texas, please visit www.cbtx.com.