Cross Bank names Gary Edwards as CFO

Wynne-based Cross Bank has hired Gary Edwards as vice president and chief financial officer. Edwards assumes the role after the retirement of longtime CFO Beth Dildine.

Edwards brings more than 20 years of experience in the financial industry to his role at Cross Bank. A Certified Public Accountant, Edwards worked at BKD, LLP for more than 20 years upon his graduation from Arkansas Tech University in Russellville, and most recently worked as chief audit officer of Encore Bank in Little Rock.

“We are delighted to have Gary join our team at Cross Bank,” said President and CEO David Dowd. “He will bring a wealth of knowledge and industry expertise to the role of CFO, and we are confident in his ability to lead and drive results as we continue to grow.”

An active member of the Little Rock community where he resides, Edwards has served on the Board of Directors for Junior Deputy Baseball for eight years. He previously served on the Board of Directors for First Tee of Central Arkansas and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Arkansas Chapter.

A native of Northwest Arkansas, Edwards also holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Arkansas Tech University.

“I am honored and excited for the opportunity to work with the great people of Cross Bank,” Edwards said. “I look forward to being part of such a wonderful organization that supports the communities and customers we serve.”