NDBT Appoints Real Estate and Social Impact Leader to Board of Directors

DALLAS, TX – December 29, 2025 – NDBT (North Dallas Bank and Trust Co.), a cornerstone of the Texas community banking sector since 1961, has announced the election of Casey Plummer to its Board of Directors. The election, which took place during the board's December meeting, marks a significant addition to the bank's leadership, with Mr. Plummer set to officially assume his role on January 1, 2026. The appointment is being seen as a strategic move that underscores the bank's deep-seated philosophy of intertwining financial stewardship with tangible community development and social responsibility.

Mr. Plummer is a prominent figure in the Dallas real estate landscape, but his influence extends far beyond commercial development. His selection brings a unique dual perspective to the NDBT board, combining rigorous expertise in the region's booming real estate market with a profound, hands-on commitment to addressing one of its most critical social issues: chronic homelessness. This blend of commerce and compassion reflects an evolving understanding of the role a community bank plays in the holistic health of the city it serves.

A Leader in Development and Growth

Casey Plummer's professional credentials provide the NDBT board with invaluable insight into a primary engine of the North Texas economy. In 2013, he founded Plummer Development Company of Dallas, where he currently serves as a principal. In this capacity, he steers all facets of the company’s operations, from real estate investment and development to the construction of large-scale multifamily and industrial projects. His work requires a sophisticated understanding of market dynamics, zoning regulations, construction logistics, and financial structuring—all areas of critical importance to a banking institution deeply involved in commercial and real estate lending.

His foundation in this field is built on a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Mississippi State University, providing a technical and analytical framework for his development endeavors. For a bank like NDBT, which prides itself on helping clients make smarter choices, having a director with firsthand, ground-level experience in the complexities of real estate development offers a significant strategic advantage. Mr. Plummer’s perspective can inform the bank’s risk assessment, lending strategies, and overall understanding of the economic currents shaping the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.

Beyond the Balance Sheet: A Commitment to Social Impact

The dimension of Plummer’s profile that truly distinguishes his appointment is his dedicated work in the nonprofit sector. He serves as Treasurer and is a member of the Board of Directors for The Human Impact, a Dallas-based nonprofit that partners directly with the chronically homeless population. His involvement is not merely advisory; it is active and transformative. In a landmark initiative, Mr. Plummer purchased a property in South Dallas in July 2024 and is currently collaborating with The Human Impact to develop it into a housing community specifically for the homeless. This project represents a direct application of his professional skills to address a pressing community need, building not just structures, but also pathways to stability and dignity.

This commitment to service is what drew the attention of NDBT’s leadership. “I’ve always been drawn to people who serve selflessly, lead humbly, work tirelessly, and inspire authentically,” said Larry Miller, NDBT’s President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board. “In the years that I have known Casey, he has consistently demonstrated these traits as he has led his family, built his business, and served our community. But for me, the most impressive thing about Casey is how he has served and who he has become in the process.”

Miller’s comments highlight that the bank’s selection criteria extended beyond professional accomplishments to the core character of the individual. The focus on who he has become suggests an appreciation for a leader whose success is measured not just in profit, but in positive human impact.

Reinforcing the Community Banking Mission

In an era increasingly dominated by multinational financial conglomerates, independent community banks like NDBT distinguish themselves through deep local roots and relationship-based banking. Founded in 1961, NDBT has navigated decades of change by staying true to its mission of being a trusted local partner. The election of a director like Casey Plummer, who is himself a customer of the bank, powerfully reinforces this ethos.

Mr. Plummer articulated this shared philosophy himself. “I’ve learned that relationships and success go hand in hand,” he stated. “When outcomes are measured only by numbers, achievement is empty. But when service and relationships come first, the fullness of success is possible. I’ve seen this mission lived out as a customer of NDBT, and now I’m honored to continue it in service to the bank and our community as a member of the Board.”

His statement serves as a concise summary of the community banking value proposition. By bringing him into its highest level of governance, NDBT is not just gaining a director with a valuable skill set; it is reaffirming its corporate identity. The move signals to customers, employees, and the community at large that the bank’s leadership is a reflection of the community itself—comprised of individuals actively invested in the region's social and economic fabric. Plummer's personal life, which includes serving as a Deacon at Providence Presbyterian Church, coaching youth sports, and being a husband and father to three children, further paints the picture of a leader deeply embedded in the daily life of the community NDBT serves.

Ultimately, Casey Plummer's appointment to the NDBT Board of Directors is more than a standard corporate announcement. It is a declaration of strategy and values, illustrating a modern approach to banking governance where expertise in economic development and a demonstrated commitment to social welfare are not seen as separate pursuits, but as two essential pillars supporting a truly successful and resilient community.