Tish Perez

Tish Perez was appointed President and member of the Board of Directors of Security State Bank & Trust on June 16, 2026, marking a historic milestone as she becomes the first woman to serve as President and on the Board of Directors. Based in Fredericksburg, Texas, Perez brings extensive expertise in community banking and lending solutions to the organization.

During her 27-year career with SSB&T, Perez has served in a variety of leadership roles, including Chief Lending Officer, Regional President, Branch President and Senior Vice President. She holds a degree in Business Administration and Management from San Antonio College. Prior to her career at Security State Bank & Trust, Perez brings experience from previous roles at 1st National Bank of South Tx.

As President, Perez will oversee the Bank's Operations, Marketing, Credit, Treasury Solutions, Lending and Branch Network functions, helping lead the continued growth and strategic direction of the organization. Colleagues describe Perez as a strategic, experienced and accessible leader who is deeply committed to the success of the Bank, its employees, customers and communities.

Career History

• President and Board Member, Security State Bank & Trust (2026–present)
• Chief Lending Officer, Security State Bank & Trust
• Regional President, Security State Bank & Trust
• Branch President, Security State Bank & Trust
• Senior Vice President, Security State Bank & Trust

What Tish Perez could bring to her role as President of Security State Bank & Trust: With nearly three decades of progressive leadership experience within the organization, deep expertise in lending portfolio management and credit risk assessment, combined with a demonstrated track record of managing branch operations, regional oversight of multiple locations, and strategic relationship management, Perez is well-positioned to guide operational strategy, drive loan growth, and maintain the bank's commitment to serving Texas communities. Her internal tenure and understanding of SSB&T's institutional culture and strategic direction position her to serve as an effective bridge between the board and operational teams while advancing the bank's growth initiatives.