First Citizens Taps Chris Stringer to Oversee 9 Branches, 200 Associates in Dallas-Fort Worth
First Citizens Bank appointed Chris Stringer as Area Executive for its Dallas-Fort Worth market to oversee business and branch operations across nine branches, three offices and about 200 associates. Stringer brings nearly 30 years of commercial banking experience from Bank OZK and other Texas institutions.
1. Leadership Appointment
First Citizens Bank has named veteran banking executive Chris Stringer as Area Executive for the Dallas-Fort Worth market, where he will lead both business and branch banking operations across North Texas.
2. Regional Footprint
First Citizens operates nine branches and three office locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, supported by roughly 200 associates focused on commercial, personal and wealth banking services.
3. Executive Background
A Texas native, Stringer has nearly 30 years of experience in commercial banking leadership, most recently overseeing Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston markets at Bank OZK and holding prior roles at several regional financial institutions.
4. Strategic Implications
This appointment aligns with First Citizens’ goal to deepen its regional presence and client relationships in one of the nation’s fastest-growing economic hubs, leveraging Stringer’s local expertise to drive further market share gains.