Senior VP of Community Development named at Midwest BankCentre

Matt Fisher has joined Midwest BankCentre as senior vice president of community and economic development. He reports to Wes Burns, leader of community and economic development.

Fisher brings special expertise in tax equity investments and lending, gained through more than 18 years of commercial real estate and economic development experience. He recently capped 11 years with the US Bancorp Community Development Corp. as a business development officer in its Affordable Housing group, originating Low-Income Housing Tax Credit projects in 12 states.

Fisher supports originating debt and equity opportunities in the tax credit space, including LIHTC, New Market Tax Credits and Historic Tax Credits. His focus aligns with the bank’s five-year, $200 million commitment to help people in underserved communities buy homes, start or scale businesses, and transform neighborhoods.

“Matt’s expertise within affordable housing financing will enhance community access to affordable, efficient and healthy housing options for families, seniors and veterans,” said Chairman and CEO Orvin T. Kimbrough.

“Matt’s vast experience with credit structures involving the New Markets Tax Credit program will generate measurable new job opportunities across the region and provide access to affordable capital for area businesses to locate, expand or upgrade facilities within our community,” added Burns.

Fisher graduated from Saint Louis University with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. His MBA degree is from Webster University.

Fisher works at Midwest BankCentre’s branch in Lemay, Mo. The bank has locations throughout the bistate area.