LAWTON — Arvest Bank recently promoted Robert Munoz to business banker and added Michael Smith as a commercial banker. Munoz, a native of East Bernard, Texas, has been with Arvest Bank for eight years as a commercial loan assistant and has 17 years of experience in lending, bank officials said in a news release. He is the Friends of Scouts chairman for the Boy Scouts’ Black Beaver district and currently lives in Lawton with his spouse and their two children. “Watching Robert grow in his role over the past eight years has been rewarding,” said David Madigan, president and CEO of Arvest Bank Southwest Oklahoma. “His ability to get to know new customers and grow relationships with established customers will serve him well. I’m excited to see him in his new role.”
Smith joins Arvest Bank after gaining experience in business development and investment advising, according to the news release. A native of Rockwall, Texas, Smith holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Texas Tech and previously worked in the oil and gas industry. He, his spouse and their three children live in Marlow. “Michael’s character and knowledge of the oil and gas industry make him a great addition to our team here in southwest Oklahoma,” Madigan said. “I’m looking forward to seeing him help people with their business banking needs. We are fortunate to have him.” Munoz and Smith will both office at the Arvest location at 2602 W. Gore Blvd. and will be available to serve customers in the Lawton – Fort Sill community.