Our Team

Brad has been with VeraBank over 27 years and is responsible for managing oil, gas, and real estate interests. Brad is a graduate of the University of Texas in Austin. He is a member of the American Association of Petroleum Landmen, the East Texas Association of Petroleum Landmen, and the National Association of Royalty Owners.

Since joining our team in 2014, Kristen has prided herself in providing excellent customer service to our clients as well as support with administrative and operational responsibilities for her fellow associates. She has a passion for helping others and loves finding different ways to get involved, which led her to the path of becoming an Associate Trust and Wealth Advisor. She has completed the American Bankers Association Trust School programs and obtained her designation as a Certified Trust and Financial Advisor.

Justin joined VeraBank in 2020 from Bank of America, and Choate, Hall & Stewart L.P., where he worked closely with business entities, and high net worth clients, providing fiduciary and family office services. Prior to working in wealth management, Justin served in the military for 13 years. Upon exiting the military, he attended Providence College, receiving a bachelor degree in Political Science, and then attending California Western School of Law, where he received a Juris Doctorate.

Kit joined VeraBank in 2013 after completing three terms as a County Commissioner for Navarro County. Kit is a graduate of Texas A&M University. He is primarily responsible for assisting with management of real estate and mineral interests in the department. His past experience includes employment as a land agent and contract landman.

Carol Thomson joined VeraBank in Corsicana, Texas in 2016. She serves as a Trust and Wealth Advisor in Corsicana and the surrounding communities. Carol has more than 25 years of Trust and Wealth Management experience. She obtained her BBA in Finance/Economics from Baylor University in Waco, Texas.

Carol also has attained the Certified Trust & Financial Advisor designation.

Tim is a Senior Portfolio Manager and brings 20 years of industry experience to his position. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. Tim is also a member of the CFA Institute and CFA Society of Dallas/Fort Worth. Tim has a B.B.A. in Finance from Texas Tech University and completed the Texas Trust School at Southern Methodist University.

Holly joined VeraBank in 2015. She received her B.B.A. in Management as well as her M.B.A. from the University of Texas at Tyler. She is very active with local non-profits including Tyler Young Professionals Network and the Junior League of Tyler. 

Holly also has attained the Certified Trust & Financial Advisor designation.

Gordon joined VeraBank in September 2011 and has over 15 years experience in the trust and investments industry. He is a graduate of Austin College in Sherman and received his M.B.A. from Baylor University. He also has prior experience in fund-raising and development for non-profit organizations.

Connie joined VeraBank in 2013 through the acquisition of East Texas National Bank. She has over 15 years of experience in trust administration and investment management. Connie is a graduate of Abilene Christian University and earned the Certified Financial Planner designation in 2005.

Kenneth joined VeraBank in March of 2021. He serves as a Trust and Wealth Advisor for the Bryan College Station market.  Kenneth has more than 39 years of experience assisting high net worth individuals and families to achieve their long term financial and estate planning goals.  He is a 1980 graduate of Texas A&M University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture Economics.