Guaranty Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Brett LaForest to VP, Senior Consumer Lending Underwriting & Residential Lender, NMLS #276651.

LaForest has been a valued member of the Guaranty Bank team in Joplin for nearly four years and has more than 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. Throughout his career, he has served as a consumer lender, mortgage banker, and branch manager.

“Brett’s extensive lending experience, commitment to our customers and dedication to serving the communities we call home make him an outstanding leader for Guaranty Bank,” said Tyler Stalker, Executive Vice President, Chief Lending Officer. “He consistently demonstrates a passion for helping individual and families achieve their financial goals while delivering the personalized service our customers expect. We are excited to recognize his contribution with this well-deserved promotion and look forward to his continued success.”

LaForest earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Dana College. He is actively involved in the Joplin Chamber of Commerce and serves as a committee member for Joplin LEAD. He also serves on the board for Joplin Airport.