VeraBank Names New Merchant Services Sales Officer

Killeen, TX — VeraBank is pleased to announce the appointment of Yesenia Westbrook to its Merchant Services and Payments team. Yesenia will serve as Vice President, Merchant Services Sales Officer for business customers across Bell, Williamson, and Travis counties. Yesenia, who previously served as the branch manager for VeraBank’s two Killeen locations, has over 20 years of banking experience and a deep commitment to customer service.

In her new position, Yesenia will focus on expanding the bank’s merchant services offerings and supporting small business customers with innovative payment solutions. She will also partner with branch teams to enhance their understanding of merchant processing, equipping them with the tools and knowledge to better serve the unique needs of local businesses.

“I’m thrilled to step into this new chapter with VeraBank,” said Yesenia. “Helping small businesses grow and succeed is a passion of mine, and I look forward to empowering our branches, helping them ask the right questions and uncover the best solutions for customers. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a customer walk away happy and confident in the service we provided.”

Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Treasury and Digital Banking Officer, Michael Purifoy, shared his excitement about Yesenia’s transition into this role. “Yesenia’s ability to connect with people and her dedication to delivering exceptional service make her an incredible asset to our team. As Vice President and Merchant Services Sales Officer, she will play a key role in strengthening our relationships with small businesses and helping them thrive.”

Outside of work, Yesenia is all about family. She loves traveling with her husband, and visiting her children and grandchildren, in Kansas. She’s also a proud mom to her daughter who performs in operas and musicals. When she’s not cheering on her family, you’ll find Yesenia serving at her local church or volunteering for school and chamber events.

VeraBank is thrilled to have Yesenia in this new role and looks forward to the positive impact she will make on the bank’s merchant services and communities it serves.

Yesenia can be reached at ywestbrook@verabank.com or (254) 634-8181, ext. 7105.  

About VeraBank
VeraBank is a privately owned community bank that serves 20 counties in East, Central and Southeast Texas with 550+ employees, a network of 41 conveniently located branches, $4.3 billion in assets, and trust assets under management of approximately $1.4 billion. Since 1930, VeraBank has remained committed to genuine banking, providing excellent personal service with the latest in banking technology. Visit us online at verabank.com. Member FDIC.