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Lexicon Bank Rated 5-Stars for 13 Consecutive Quarters
March 11, 2025

Lexicon Bank Rated 5-Stars for 13 Consecutive Quarters

Lexicon Bank is proud to announce it has once again received a 5-Star Superior rating from BauerFinancial, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm. This prestigious rating reflects Lexicon Bank’s continued excellence in capital strength, loan quality, profitability, and overall financial performance.
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American Cancer Society Hosts Successful Game Changer Gala Honoring Stacy Watkins of Lexicon Bank
March 5, 2025

American Cancer Society Hosts Successful Game Changer Gala Honoring Stacy Watkins of Lexicon Bank

Lexicon Bank celebrated the opening of its new Tivoli Village location inside Junior Achievement’s BizTown with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by board members.
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Lexicon Bank opens educational branch at BizTown, boosting student learning experiences
February 16, 2025

Lexicon Bank opens educational branch at BizTown, boosting student learning experiences

Lexicon Bank celebrated the opening of its new Tivoli Village location inside Junior Achievement’s BizTown with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by board members.
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Lexicon Bank Donates $5,000 to ICBA Foundation Disaster Relief Program to Support Recovery Efforts in California
February 3, 2025

Lexicon Bank Donates $5,000 to ICBA Foundation Disaster Relief Program to Support Recovery Efforts in California

These funds will directly aid local organizations providing critical assistance to community banker colleagues, displaced families, and others impacted by the devastating fires.
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Lexicon Bank President & CEO Stacy Watkins shares key insights
February 1, 2025

Lexicon Bank President & CEO Stacy Watkins shares key insights

Nevada's banking leaders are navigating a landscape of economic uncertainties and shifting interest rates in 2025. Discover how adaptability and proactive client engagement are key strategies in this evolving financial environment.
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Lexicon Bank Promotes Cathy LaCour to Senior Vice President
January 22, 2025

Lexicon Bank Promotes Cathy LaCour to Senior Vice President

Lexicon Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Cathy LaCour to Senior Vice President. Since joining Lexicon Bank in December 2022 as VP/Credit Manager, Cathy has made significant contributions to the growth and success of the bank’s credit operations.
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Lexicon Bank President & CEO Stacy Watkins Appointed to Nevada State University Foundation Board
January 21, 2025

Lexicon Bank President & CEO Stacy Watkins Appointed to Nevada State University Foundation Board

Lexicon Bank proudly announces that Stacy Watkins, President and CEO, has been appointed to the Nevada State University Foundation Board. This prestigious appointment highlights Stacy’s commitment to advancing financial literacy initiatives and educational opportunities and fostering community development across Southern Nevada.
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Lexicon Bank Promotes Hilary Nelson to Executive Vice President
January 16, 2025

Lexicon Bank Promotes Hilary Nelson to Executive Vice President

Lexicon Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Hilary Nelson to Executive Vice President. Since joining the bank as Senior Vice President in April 2020, Hilary has been a driving force behind Lexicon Bank’s commitment to regulatory excellence and customer-focused operations.
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Lexicon Bank Welcomes Michael Edwards as SBA Business Development Officer
December 17, 2024

Lexicon Bank Welcomes Michael Edwards as SBA Business Development Officer

Lexicon Bank is proud to announce the addition of Michael Edwards to its team as the new SBA Business Development Officer. Edwards brings more than 25 years of experience in banking, lending and commercial real estate, including extensive expertise in SBA financing and commercial underwriting.
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Lexicon Bank President & CEO Stacy Watkins Appointed to the Board of the International Women’s Forum Nevada
December 17, 2024

Lexicon Bank President & CEO Stacy Watkins Appointed to the Board of the International Women’s Forum Nevada

Lexicon Bank proudly announces the appointment of Stacy Watkins, President and CEO, to the board of directors and treasurer of the International Women’s Forum Nevada for the 2025-2026 term.
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Lexicon Bank: Starting 2025 with 5-Star Strength
December 11, 2024

Lexicon Bank: Starting 2025 with 5-Star Strength

Lexicon Bank, Las Vegas, NV is proud to announce it is starting 2025 with another 5-Star Superior rating from BauerFinancial, the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm.
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Lexicon Bank Captures Four Gold Awards Including Best Bank in Review-Journal’s 2024 Best of Las Vegas Reader’s Poll
December 8, 2024

Lexicon Bank Captures Four Gold Awards Including Best Bank in Review-Journal’s 2024 Best of Las Vegas Reader’s Poll

Lexicon Bank announced today that it has received four Gold Awards in the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s 2024 Best of Las Vegas Reader’s Poll. It was voted the highest awards in the categories of Best Bank, Best Commercial Banking, Best Commercial Lending, and Best Finance Customer Service.
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The Henderson Silver Knights have announced Lexicon Bank as the Official Bank and a founding member of the Silver Society, an exclusive group of partners supporting the team and its venues. This partnership highlights shared values of community, teamwork, and dedication to Southern Nevada. Both organizations are committed to fostering growth and connection within the local community.

Hilary Nelson, Senior Vice President & Director of Operations and Compliance, joined Dana Wagner of KSNV-News 3 Las Vegas for National Identity Theft Month to discuss how to avoid fraud and identity theft during last-minute holiday shopping and while traveling.

Leo Moschioni, Lexicon Executive Vice President and Cheif Credit Officer, spoke with KSNV News 3, Las Vegas about the Bank's third Communities In Schools of Nevada Fill the Bus Supply Drive. The team was proud to contribute $7,000 to the drive between supplies and a Community Spotlight cash donation.

Stacy Watkins, president of Lexicon Bank, and Tim O'Reilly, president of O'Reilly Law Group, join the InBizLV Podcast to discuss how local business owners are navigating the current health crisis and planning for a safe reopening of the economy.

John Miller, Board Director and founding CEO, spoke to Fox Business Network correspondent, Edward Lawrence, about the current measures in the PPP loan program, and how Lexicon has stepped up to meet the needs of the Las Vegas community.

Lexicon’s Stacy Watkins and a PPP recipient spoke to Fox 5 Las Vegas about the Bank’s quick response towards businesses in need during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how they were able to help hundreds of other businesses across the Valley submit their applications.