Vice Chairman, First Financial Trust
After graduating from Abilene Christian University with an accounting degree in 1983, Kirk joined First National Bank of Abilene as an assistant trust officer. He worked in the trust division of InterFirst Bank Abilene from 1986 until 1989, when he rejoined First National, now First Financial Bank. Three years later, Kirk received the Chairman’s Award from the bank for distinguished service. Most recently, Kirk served as President and CEO of First Financial Trust before moving into his current role of Vice Chairman.
In 1995, Kirk earned a graduate certificate with honors from the National Graduate Trust School at Northwestern University. He also is a CTFA (Certified Trust and Financial Advisor).
Involved with a variety of professional and civic groups over the years, Kirk currently serves on the Board of the West Texas Rehabilitation Center, Board of Trustees for Junior Achievement, and the Board of the Abilene Regional Airport.