For Immediate Release:December, 2025 Thompson Joins Western State Bank Team Scottsdale, AZ – Derren Thompson has joined Western State Bank as a Senior Vice President/Commercial Banking Officer Business Banking Officer for its Scottsdale AZ, location. He focuses on commercial business development, working with business customers to provide financing solutions.Thompson brings more than 35 years of banking experience to Western State Bank. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in finance from
Scottsdale, AZ – Western State Bank will relocate its Scottsdale branch to East Shea Boulevard in early November. The bank’s new Scottsdale location at 6929 East Shea Boulevard will open on November 3, and the current branch (7001 North Scottsdale Road) will close at that time. The Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon-cutting on November 13, and grand opening events are scheduled for November 17-21. The new branch will be conveniently located near surrounding businesses, health clubs,