Lone Star National Bank secures state funds to train 317 of its employees

MCALLEN, Texas – Workforce Solutions Lower Rio has awarded a $262,944 Skills Development Fund (SDF) grant to provide customized, industry-specific training for employees of Lone Star National Bank across the Rio Grande Valley and San Antonio.

This funding will support training in areas such as: financial services operations, customer service excellence, cybersecurity awareness, regulatory compliance and more.

The funding comes from from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Alberto Treviño, III, visited the bank’s headquarters in McAllen to present the check.

“For 30 years, TWC has fueled the Lower Rio Grande Valley’s growth, investing over $60 million in Skills Development,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Alberto Treviño III.

“This grant empowers local partners to build workforce solutions that strengthen the community and create a brighter future for Texas.”

Workforce Solutions Lower Rio serves Hidalgo, Starr and  Willacy counties. 

Francisco Almaraz, the group’s chief executive officer, said the primary goal of the WFS Board is to respond to the needs of local employers and workers through locally designed, demand-driven workforce development initiatives.

Almaraza said that for the LSNB program, the training will be conducted in partnership with local educational institutions and professional trainers, benefiting employees at all levels.

“This investment underscores our commitment to strengthening the regional workforce by providing real-world training that meets the evolving needs of today’s financial industry,” Almaraz said.

“We are proud to partner with Lone Star National Bank and the Texas Workforce Commission to bring high-impact skills development opportunities to South Texas.”

David Deanda, president of Lone Star National Bank, said he views the grant as a critical opportunity to invest in its employees and improve customer experience.

“Employee development is a top priority at Lone Star National Bank,” Deanda said. “This training will not only enhance the skills of our team but also allow us to better serve our customers and support economic growth throughout the RGV and San Antonio.”

Editor’s Note: Here is an exclusive interview the Rio Grande Guardian secured with Lone Star National Bank President David Deanda:

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