What future technology initiatives is the bank currently considering?
Given: We’d like to offer a P-card, or purchasing card, to our customers. The big banks offer it; it allows a business to restrict the type of purchases an employee is able to make, such as allowing a delivery driver to only buy gas or the purchasing department to only buy supplies. It’s pretty slick and is integrated in the accounts payable system. BS&T: What has been your greatest career challenge? Given: Starting a de novo. It was a lot of fun, and we were lucky to have a supportive shareholder base. Being able to compete immediately was very exciting. There are two community bank models: the old-line community banks; and the new community banks, like us, that have a lot of capital, are technology savvy, and can support growth and compete with the big guys. It’s fun to be with the latter. q –Lisa Valentine INCE OPENING for business in June 2007, The Bank of San Antonio (San Antonio) has grown its assets to more than $60 million. With a focus on business banking, the bank’s strategy
