Associated Banc-Corp is growing its commercial banking capabilities and expanding into the Dallas market, adding a dedicated corporate and commercial banking team to complement its established commercial real estate (CRE) business in the market. The expansion includes new leadership, additional relationship manager hiring and the buildout of enhanced deposit and treasury management solutions for commercial clients in Texas.
Brandon White, senior vice president, Dallas market leader, corporate and commercial banking, has been hired to lead the initiative. In his role, White will oversee the buildout of a dedicated commercial team. The bank expects to add approximately four positions across its Texas offices in 2026.
“Dallas represents a significant opportunity for Associated Bank as we continue to expand our commercial banking footprint in high-growth markets beyond the Midwest,” Phillip Trier, executive vice president, head of corporate and commercial banking at Associated Bank, said. “Bringing on Brandon to lead our commercial efforts allows us to build on the success of Associated’s CRE momentum and deliver a more comprehensive suite of solutions to our clients.”
Prior to joining Associated, White was with Comerica Bank for more than 16 years, most recently leading a team of relationship managers (RMs) focused on developing opportunities with corporate banking clients and sport franchises. He will report into Matt Flynn, senior vice president, business segment and region leader. Based in Kansas City, Mo., Flynn oversees Associated’s expansion into Kansas City, Mo., Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas as well as leads Associated Bank’s national short line rail industry vertical.
To support this growth and new team, Associated is doubling the size of its Preston Center office to nearly 6,000 square feet, with construction underway and expected to be complete in August 2026.
“This is an exciting opportunity to establish and grow Associated Bank’s commercial banking presence in Dallas and across Texas,” White said. “Dallas is a dynamic, high-growth market and we are committed to building a strong, local team that understands the needs of businesses here. By combining relationship-driven banking with the full breadth of our capabilities, we look forward to delivering tailored financial solutions that help our clients succeed.”
White has a bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University – Rawls College of Business and an MBA from Texas Christian University. He resides in Dallas.
