Texas Gulf Bank Appoints New President

Chase Zalman brings over 20 years of banking leadership experience to the role.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 6:39pm

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Texas Gulf Bancshares, Inc., the parent company of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A., has appointed Chase Zalman as the new President of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A. Zalman joins the bank from Prosperity Bank, where he most recently served as Houston Area President. In his new role, Zalman will focus on expanding the bank's commercial banking platform, strengthening its relationship banking model, deepening client relationships, and supporting continued franchise development across the bank's core markets.

Why it matters

The appointment of a new president with extensive banking experience in the Houston market signals Texas Gulf Bank's commitment to growth and serving its clients well in the region. Zalman's relationship-driven approach and expertise in navigating complex banking matters aligns with the bank's culture and strategy.

The details

Chase Zalman brings more than 20 years of banking leadership experience to his new role as President of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A. At his previous role as Houston Area President at Prosperity Bank, Zalman oversaw more than 60 banking centers and led a broad team across the Greater Houston area. He also served on Prosperity Bank's Senior Loan Committee and is recognized for building strong client relationships, leading teams, structuring complex transactions, and supporting the bank and its clients in navigating complex banking and credit matters.

  • Chase Zalman was appointed President of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A. effective immediately on April 6, 2026.

The players

Chase Zalman

The newly appointed President of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A. who joins the bank from Prosperity Bank, where he most recently served as Houston Area President.

Steve Thompson

The Chief Executive Officer of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A.

Wirt Blaffer

The Chairman of the Boards of Texas Gulf Bancshares, Inc. and Texas Gulf Bank, N.A.

Texas Gulf Bancshares, Inc.

The parent company of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A.

Texas Gulf Bank, N.A.

A community bank that operates 10 banking centers across Harris, Galveston, Brazoria, and Montgomery Counties in the Greater Houston region.

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What they’re saying

“We are excited to welcome Chase to Texas Gulf Bank. He is a highly regarded banker with deep experience in the Houston market, broad banking experience, and a relationship-driven approach that aligns well with our culture and the way we serve our clients. Chase will play an important role in helping lead the Bank's next phase of expansion and franchise development.”

— Steve Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A.

“Chase is an excellent addition to the leadership team. He knows this market well, understands what clients value in a banking relationship, and brings the experience and judgment that will help us continue growing, serving our clients well, and deepening relationships throughout our markets.”

— Wirt Blaffer, Chairman of the Boards of Texas Gulf Bancshares, Inc. and Texas Gulf Bank, N.A.

“I'm honored to join Texas Gulf Bank and take on this new role. Texas Gulf Bank has a strong reputation, a talented team, and a longstanding commitment to serving its clients and communities well. I look forward to working with Steve and the rest of the team to build on that foundation.”

— Chase Zalman

What’s next

Texas Gulf Bank will continue to focus on expanding its commercial banking platform, strengthening its relationship banking model, and deepening client relationships under Zalman's leadership.

The takeaway

The appointment of Chase Zalman as President of Texas Gulf Bank, N.A. signals the bank's commitment to growth and serving its clients well in the Houston market. Zalman's extensive banking experience and relationship-driven approach align with the bank's culture and strategy, positioning it for continued success.