GALVESTON

The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce will honor banking industry leader Vic Pierson as the 2025 “Nonno” Tony Smecca Galvestonian of the Year at its 181st annual meeting Jan. 24.

Pierson, chairman, president and CEO of Moody Bank, serves on the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas board of directors and was inducted into the Texas Bankers Hall of Fame in 2020.

A banking pioneer and lifelong champion for Galveston’s economic vitality, his leadership continues to shape business and community across the state, said Gina M. Spagnola, president and CEO of the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce.

“Vic Pierson exemplifies what it means to be a true Texas leader — principled, visionary, and deeply committed to the success of others,” Spagnola said.

“His legacy of service and integ

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