La Grange-based National Bank & Trust celebrated the grand opening of its newest branch located at 4401 S. Staples St., Corpus Christi, with a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony held on Friday, Aug. 16.

Several community and business leaders from across Corpus Christi attended and enjoyed this milestone along with more than 75 guests. The United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce inaugurated the building with a ribbon cutting hosted by the chamber ambassadors.

Members of NBT’s Board of Directors and Executive Management team attended the grand opening event, including Michael Corker, Chairman of the Board; Mary Gunn, Gary Nitsche, Michael Mach, Dr. Marc Fitzpatrick, Donna Webb-Wessels and Jahvid Motaghi; Scott McManus, CEO and President and Robert Schultz, Chief Lending Officer and other bank associates were in attendance as well.

NBT is pleased to recognize its team of experienced bankers in the Corpus Christi market. The team consists of Everett Roy, Market President; Jacklyn Rivas, Branch Manager; Kristyna Lopez, Asst. Branch Manager; Angela Barrera, Christine Barrera and Tavia Ramirez, Personal Bankers; Rene Flores, Vice President. These associates are responsible for retail and business development and providing excellent customer service to the community.

“National Bank & Trust is very honored to be a part of this Corpus Christi community, we thank you for welcoming us,” said Scott McManus, CEO and President, “NBT has been around for more than 136 years – it’s time for us to grow, and this is the place for us to do it. The new Staples branch is more than just a building, it represents our dedication to partnering in our customer’s financial journeys.

McManus continued, “NBT stands for your “New Bank in Town.” Just remember that; we’re your New Bank in Town and we want to be your bank in town.”