Vista Bank President and CEO John D. Steinmetz has announced that Vista Bank has signed a definitive merger agreement to partner with NBH Bank in Q1 of 2026, pending regulatory approval.
“For over a century, it’s been our great pleasure to serve entrepreneurs across Texas and Florida, and that same commitment remains steadfast today,” he wrote in a statement.
“Having known NBH Bank leadership for years, watching the way they operate and our shared core values, the transaction was a natural next step for both organizations. We couldn’t feel better about the partnership knowing that NBH Bank’s fortress balance sheet and Vista Bank’s exceptional culture and client service enable us to offer not only differentiated and expanded banking services for clients, but also enhanced career opportunities for team members, and a continued commitment to making a difference in the communities we serve.
“As the new Executive Vice Chairman and Executive Managing Director of Strategic Initiatives, I will ensure continuity, while pursuing strategic expansion in high-growth markets.”
According to Steinmetz, NBH Bank will retain the Vista Bank brand in Texas, and rebrand the combined enterprise to Vista Bank over time.
“The team members you have come to know and trust at your local Vista banking center will remain the same, and you will continue to receive the exceptional service and quality products you deserve and have come to expect. NBH Bank and its multiple bank brands, soon to be renamed Vista Bank, will contact you in the coming weeks.”
