Sterling Bank, a Houston-based subsidiary of Sterling Bancshares, has named Michelle Mahfouz as Executive Vice President and Manager of Personal Relationship & Business Banking. In this position, she will be responsible for the operation of Sterling Bank’s banking centers, call center, home equity and home mortgage programs and small business banking.

Prior to joining Sterling Bank, Ms. Mahfouz served as Senior Vice President of BBVA Compass’ Business Banking Division in Houston.

Downey Bridgwater, Chairman, President and CEO, Sterling, said: “Michelle has a demonstrated expertise in serving the financial needs of the owners of small to medium-sized businesses and their families. With her coaching and employee development experience, she’ll be a great addition to our team. We’re delighted she’s chosen to join us.”

Sterling Bancshares is a holding company with total assets of $5.1 billion. It operates across 60 banking centers in the greater metropolitan areas of Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, and San Antonio.