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Lending Officers

Meet our team of experienced bankers here to serve all your lending needs.

Meet Our Lending Team

With over 200 years of experience, CB&T’s lending department has the breadth of knowledge to help you with all your lending needs. Whether you need a mortgage or a line of credit for your new business, meet the team who can help make it happen!

  • Gary Pilant
    Gary Pilant
    Chief Lending Officer & Senior Vice President

    Gary Pilant

    Chief Lending Officer & Senior Vice President
  • Ben Lacy
    Ben Lacy
    President - Commercial Lending

    Ben Lacy

    President - Commercial Lending
  • Jacob Cates
    Jacob Cates
    Senior Vice President & Branch Manager – Wooded Acres

    Jacob Cates

    Senior Vice President & Branch Manager – Wooded Acres
  • Perry Felton
    Perry Felton
    Senior Vice President - Commercial Lending

    Perry Felton

    Senior Vice President - Commercial Lending
  • Jake Cherry
    Jake Cherry
    Vice President - Commercial Lending

    Jake Cherry

    Vice President - Commercial Lending

    Jake joined CB&T in 2026 with a decade of experience in community banking. He has completed the Texas Tech University School of Banking and Texas Bankers Association Management Development Program. Prior to joining CB&T, he held similar roles in North Texas and in his hometown of Mexia as a commercial lender.

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  • Steve Fischer
    Steve Fischer
    Vice President - Chapel Road Location

    Steve Fischer

    Vice President - Chapel Road Location
  • Crystal Olguin
    Crystal Olguin
    Assistant Vice President - Washington Location

    Crystal Olguin

    Assistant Vice President - Washington Location
  • Daniel Muniz
    Daniel Muniz
    Banking Officer - Wooded Acres Location

    Daniel Muniz

    Banking Officer - Wooded Acres Location

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