Parker Preston

Parker Preston is a seasoned Senior Vice President and Branch Manager with 19 years of experience in banking. Specializing in portfolio mortgages, residential construction, lot/land, farm/ranch, and all types of commercial financing, Parker has developed a broad expertise in credit underwriting, risk management, collections, and both consumer and commercial lending.

Parker is dedicated to fostering open communication with his clients to ensure their needs are met and to provide them with the best possible lending solutions. His approach is grounded in understanding the unique goals of each customer, helping them navigate the lending process with confidence.

Parker is a graduate of several prestigious banking programs, including the ABA Commercial Lending School, Texas Tech Banking School, and The Southwestern Graduate School of Banking at Southern Methodist University. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Southeastern Oklahoma State University.

Outside of his professional accomplishments, Parker enjoys traveling with his family and staying active through outdoor activities like golfing and playing basketball. He is also a proud graduate of Leadership Gainesville.

A fun and unique detail about Parker is that after graduating from Gainesville High School, he left for nine years to attend college and start his career and family. Ten years ago, he returned to Gainesville and now proudly considers Cooke County his home.