First Citizens Appoints Chris Stringer to Lead the Dallas Market

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First Citizens (NASDAQ:FCNCA) named Chris Stringer Area Executive for the Dallas-Fort Worth market, responsible for business and branch banking operations and regional growth across North Texas.

Stringer brings nearly 30 years of local experience, joins from Bank OZK, holds an MBA from University of Texas at Dallas, and will oversee ~200 associates and 9 branches/three offices in Texas.

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DALLAS, April 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Citizens Bank today announced that veteran banking executive Chris Stringer has been named Area Executive for the Dallas-Fort Worth market, where he will lead business and branch banking operations, and drive continued growth across North Texas.

"As the Dallas-Fort Worth region continues to strengthen its position as one of the nation's most dynamic financial and innovation hubs, businesses here are looking for banking partners who understand the local market and can help them grow with confidence," said Matt Kuczkowski, Regional Executive Vice President.

"Chris brings deep regional knowledge and a strong track record of building client relationships, making him well-positioned to lead our growth in this important market. We are thrilled to welcome him to the team."

A Texas native, Stringer has nearly 30 years of experience serving clients across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. He joins First Citizens from Bank OZK, where he led commercial banking for the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston markets. He has held leadership roles at a number of financial institutions in the area, with a strong focus in commercial lending. Stringer holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Dallas, and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas A&M University.

First Citizens Bank today operates 9 branches with three office locations across Texas and has ~200 associates in the North Texas region.

About First Citizens Bank
First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services including a network of branches and offices nationwide; commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast; innovation banking serving businesses at every stage; and a nationwide direct bank. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets and a member of the Fortune 500™. Discover more at firstcitizens.com.

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Elizabeth.shapiro@firstcitizens.com

 

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FAQ

Who is Chris Stringer and what role did First Citizens (FCNCA) appoint him to on April 10, 2026?

Chris Stringer was appointed Area Executive for the Dallas-Fort Worth market, leading business and branch banking operations. According to the company, he has nearly 30 years of local experience and joins from Bank OZK with a strong commercial lending background.

How many First Citizens (FCNCA) branches and associates operate in North Texas after the April 2026 appointment?

First Citizens operates 9 branches with three office locations and about 200 associates in the North Texas region. According to the company, Stringer will work with that network to drive growth across Dallas-Fort Worth.

What is Chris Stringer’s background and education relevant to his First Citizens (FCNCA) role?

Stringer has nearly 30 years serving Dallas-Fort Worth clients, with commercial banking leadership at Bank OZK and other institutions. According to the company, he holds an MBA from University of Texas at Dallas and a BBA from Texas A&M.

What responsibilities will Chris Stringer have as Area Executive for First Citizens (FCNCA) in Dallas-Fort Worth?

He will lead business and branch banking operations and drive regional growth across North Texas. According to the company, responsibilities include building client relationships and expanding the bank’s presence in the market.

What does Chris Stringer’s hire mean for First Citizens (FCNCA) strategy in the Dallas-Fort Worth market?

The hire signals a focus on local commercial banking and client relationship growth in North Texas. According to the company, Stringer’s regional experience is intended to accelerate business development across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.