COUSHATTA, La. — Bank of Coushatta has named Pete Hays senior vice president of commercial lending, adding an experienced banking executive to expand its commercial lending operations in North Louisiana.
Hays will be based in the Shreveport–Bossier City market and brings nearly two decades of banking experience, including work in small business lending, commercial real estate financing and large-scale commercial credit.
Prior to joining Bank of Coushatta, Hays served as market president for Planters Bank and Cross Keys Bank, where he spent more than 11 years leading commercial lending teams in the Shreveport–Bossier City region and Tyler, Texas. In those roles, he oversaw lending operations, market expansion and portfolio management.
“We are excited to welcome Pete to our team,” said Joel Ossman, president and CEO of Bank of Coushatta. “His extensive experience, strong analytical skills and commitment to exceptional customer service make him an outstanding addition to the Bank of Coushatta. His experience will strengthen our commercial lending division and support the businesses that drive economic growth in our region.”
Hays said he looks forward to working with businesses across the region.
“I’m honored to join the Bank of Coushatta and look forward to helping clients find the best financial solutions to achieve their goals,” Hays said.
Founded in 1897, Bank of Coushatta is a community bank serving individuals, families and businesses across Louisiana. The bank operates branches in Coushatta, Shreveport and Bossier City.