HOUSTON (September 9, 2024) – Leading community bank Wallis Bank opens a full-service branch at 13633 University Blvd in Sugar Land, Texas, the bank’s eighth branch location in the Greater Houston area. The branch expands its suite of services ideally located off Interstate 69 and University Blvd.

“We are thrilled to announce the opening of our newest branch, which represents a significant milestone in our commitment to providing exceptional financial services to the communities we serve,” Wallis Bank Chief Executive Officer Asif Dakri said. “As we continue to grow, our focus remains on building lasting relationships with our clients, empowering them to achieve their financial goals with confidence. We are proud of the team that brought this vision to life and excited for the opportunities this branch will create for our customers and the local community.”

This new 3,711-square-foot branch built by Arch-Con® Corporation and designed by Wadhwa and Associates, Inc. provides comprehensive banking services. The state-of-the-art facility features private offices, conference rooms, a two-lane drive-thru, and ATM. The Sugar Land branch will engage with the community through financial education programs, sponsorships, and partnerships to contribute to the overall well-being and prosperity of the area.

Wallis Bank was established in Wallis, Texas in 1906 and, since then, has grown to have branches and offices in Texas, California, Arizona, and Georgia. Headquartered in Houston, Wallis Bank is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Preferred Lender and has consistently ranked in the top 50 of SBA lenders nationally. Most recently, Wallis Bank was named the #1 Largest Houston-Area SBA 7(a) Lender by total loan volume, and #2 SBA 7(a) Lender in San Antonio by dollar volume. The Bank has also been ranked #3 in the Independent Community Bankers of America’s Best of the Best Top-Performing Community Banks of 2024 – with assets over $1 Billion.