Welcome Michael Litton! New SVP of Lending & SBA Director

Michael Litton has joined SouthStar Bank as the Director of SBA Lending. Michael has worked in lending for more than three decades, developing an extensive knowledge base in mortgage and construction lending, conventional commercial loans, and an astute specialization in SBA Lending, which has been his focus for 29 years. Alongside his wealth of experience, Michael also received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Austin.

One of Michael’s crowning career achievements is having started three SBA Lending programs at three different financial institutions, overseeing the approval and funding of more than $500 million in SBA Loans. Michael is passionate about SBA Lending because he has seen firsthand how impactful it can be in helping someone start or acquire a business and in building wealth and creating jobs within the community. In his position with SouthStar Bank, Michael looks forward to continuing to be a preeminent source of expertise in SBA Lending for his colleagues and clients and creating relationships in the communities we serve.

Outside of work, Michael is involved with the Central Texas Government Guaranteed Lenders Association (CTAGGL), an organization dedicated to educating lenders and small business owners about SBA funding. When he finds time to himself, Michael enjoys hunting, fishing, shooting, and spending time with his grandson. Michael is a sixth-generation Texan with deep Texas roots, contributing to the passion he brings to his communities.

Welcome to the team, Michael! NMLS# 1849881