PHOENIX — (BUSINESS WIRE) — In a move that signals its ambitious growth strategy, Sunflower Bank has announced the appointment of Josh Wilson as Regional President for Arizona and New Mexico. Wilson’s remit will encompass local leadership oversight, supporting the management and expansion efforts within these key markets. The $8.2 billion bank, known for its relationship-driven approach, is banking on Wilson’s experience to further its reach across Arizona, California, Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Texas, and Washington. It also offers national services including specialty commercial and mortgage lending across 43 states.
“We are thrilled to bring Josh Wilson on board to spearhead the growth of our commercial banking relationships in Arizona and New Mexico,” said Bo Scott, Chief Banking Officer at Sunflower Bank. “Josh’s extensive background in banking and financial services, coupled with his proven track record in fostering growth for middle-market businesses and private equity firms, will strengthen our existing client base and support our dedicated teams.”
Wilson brings over 25 years of financial services expertise to the table. His experience spans commercial and private banking, wealth management, and leadership positions in private equity and family offices. Before joining Sunflower Bank, Wilson held CEO and Executive Director roles at a private equity firm and a family office. Prior to that, he was a Regional President at a regional bank, managing 19 markets across Arizona, California, Colorado, and Wyoming. Throughout his career, Wilson has held progressively senior positions at national and regional banks, leading teams focused on relationship-building across multiple business lines. Currently, Wilson is based in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Echoing his enthusiasm, Wilson stated, “I am honored to join the team at Sunflower Bank. The bank’s deep talent pool and unwavering commitment to client-focused solutions make this an ideal opportunity to drive accelerated growth in these critical markets.”
Sunflower Bank currently operates four full-service branches in Arizona, with locations in Gilbert, the West Valley, and Phoenix’s Arcadia and Scottsdale. In New Mexico, where it operates as First National 1870, the bank carries on the legacy of its founding as the first bank in the Southwestern U.S., with locations in Albuquerque, Los Alamos, and Santa Fe. The bank’s service offerings encompass comprehensive commercial and business banking, treasury management, personal banking, mortgage lending, private banking, and wealth management.
About Sunflower Bank, N.A.
As of March 31, 2025, Sunflower Bank has $8.2 billion in assets. With headquarters in Dallas, TX, 71 licensed branches across seven states, and mortgage capabilities spanning 43 states, Sunflower Bank provides a full suite of relationship-focused financial services to meet a broad range of personal, business, and wealth management needs. FirstSun Capital Bancorp (Nasdaq: FSUN) is the financial holding company for Sunflower Bank, N.A., and is headquartered in Denver, CO. First National 1870 is a division of Sunflower Bank, N.A.
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