OMB Bank is pleased to announce that Wayne Wilson has joined the bank as vice president and loan officer, serving clients at its 535 W. Fir Rd. location in Carthage, Mo.
Wilson brings more than 25 years of commercial banking experience across Southwest Missouri, with a long track record of serving business owners and community leaders in the Carthage and Joplin markets.
Most recently, Wilson served as senior vice president and market leader for Cadence Bank in Joplin, where he led market strategy and worked closely with commercial clients to support growth and long-term financial planning. Prior to that, he spent more than seven years with Simmons Bank, including roles as senior vice president and community president for the Joplin market and senior vice president and community banker in Carthage.
Wilson also previously served as vice president and commercial lender at Liberty Bank and spent more than 14 years as vice president and lender at Southwest Missouri Bank. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for responsive service, thoughtful credit solutions and strong community involvement.
“Wayne’s experience and deep roots in the Carthage and Joplin markets make him a great addition to our commercial lending team,” said Mark Harrington, president and CEO of OMB Bank. “He understands the needs of local businesses and shares our commitment to relationship-driven banking. We’re excited to have him serving clients in Carthage and beyond.”
In his role at OMB, Wilson will focus on commercial lending and relationship management, helping businesses access the capital and financial guidance they need to grow and succeed.
“Wayne’s experience and long-standing relationships in this market will be a tremendous asset to our team and to the businesses we serve,” said Amanda Fosdick, senior vice president and community bank president for the Carthage market. “He is joining our commercial lending team to expand our capacity and continue meeting the growing needs of local businesses. I’m proud of the team we have in Carthage, and Wayne’s addition strengthens our ability to serve this community for the long term.”
