Picture (left to right): Jonathan Gonzalez & Tirso Morales

 

 (JAN. 21, 2020) LAREDO, Texas - Today, Commerce Bank announced the promotions of Jonathan Gonzalez and Tirso Morales to bank officer.

 

"Jonathan and Tirso are vital members of the Commerce Bank team," said Commerce Bank President & CEO Ignacio Urrabazo. "Their leadership and dedication to our "Make it Happen" philosophy is inspiring and serves as a wonderful example to their colleagues. These promotions are well deserved and we look forward to their continued leadership."

 

Gonzalez joined Commerce Bank in 2016 and as bank officer will oversee the branch operations with a focus on customer retention and deposit growth. Gonzalez received his Associate of Applied Science in criminal justice from Laredo College. He is a passionate community advocate and currently serves as a board member with the Laredo Crime Stoppers. He enjoys spending his spare time with his family and friends. 

 

Morales joined Commerce Bank in 2012. As a bank officer, he will service loan and deposit portfolios, and will work alongside senior lenders to support loan activities. Morales received his Bachelor of Business Administration in international economics from Texas A&M International University and his Master of Business Administration in strategic management at the University of North Texas. In his spare time he enjoys exercising, reading and spending time with his wife and kids. 

 

About Commerce Bank

Commerce Bank's commitment to "We Make It Happen" reflects the bank's dedication to the growth and success of the customers and community it serves. Commerce Bank is a member of International Bancshares Corporation (NASDAQ: IBOC), a $12 billion multi-bank financial holding company headquartered in Laredo, Texas, with 189 facilities and 285 ATMs serving 89 communities in Texas and Oklahoma. International Bancshares Corporation was ranked 22^nd on Forbes' prestigious list of 100 Best Banks in America in 2019. Commerce Bank has been serving the Laredo community since 1982 with a retail branch network of four locations. MEMBER FDIC / INTERNATIONAL BANCSHARES CORPORATION. Follow our Facebook page, @IBCBankWeDoMore. More information is available at ibc.com.