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1825 Veterans Blvd
Metairie, LA 70005
United States
Metairie, LA 70005
United States
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Lobby Hours:
Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm
Sat. 9am-noon
Sat. 9am-noon
Drive-up Hours:
Mon.-Thu. 9am-4pm
Fri. 9am-5pm
Sat. 9am-noon
Fri. 9am-5pm
Sat. 9am-noon
Team
Marcia Leone
VP Mortgage Lending
NMLS: 466139
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Brian Springmann
VP, Branch Manager
NMLS: 220867
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Colleen Lemoine
AVP-Relationship Banker
NMLS: 786982
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Jan Sanders
Certified Relationship Banker
NMLS: 786962
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Eric Bell
AVP, Commercial Lender
NMLS: 701413
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Eric Bell
- EricBell@gulfbank.com
- 504-841-6001
- NMLS #: 701413
Eric Bell is a seasoned banking professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry and 14 years in lending. He graduated from McDonogh 35 High School and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business from Dillard University.
Eric began his banking career in 2007 as a Branch Manager at Chase Bank. In 2010, he transitioned to Regions Bank as a Branch Manager/Business Banking Lender, where he achieved The Chairman’s Club recognition in 2013 and completed the Emerging Leaders Program in 2014. In 2021, Eric moved to Iberia Bank, now known as First Horizon, where he served as a Banking Center Manager/Commercial Lender and was honored as a Diamond Circle Qualifier in 2022.
In 2024, Eric joined the commercial banking team at Gulf Coast Bank & Trust. Throughout his career, he has successfully helped numerous clients achieve their financial goals, demonstrating his expertise and commitment to the banking industry.
Eric began his banking career in 2007 as a Branch Manager at Chase Bank. In 2010, he transitioned to Regions Bank as a Branch Manager/Business Banking Lender, where he achieved The Chairman’s Club recognition in 2013 and completed the Emerging Leaders Program in 2014. In 2021, Eric moved to Iberia Bank, now known as First Horizon, where he served as a Banking Center Manager/Commercial Lender and was honored as a Diamond Circle Qualifier in 2022.
In 2024, Eric joined the commercial banking team at Gulf Coast Bank & Trust. Throughout his career, he has successfully helped numerous clients achieve their financial goals, demonstrating his expertise and commitment to the banking industry.
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Michael Carter
SVP, Market Manager
NMLS: 466107
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Michael Carter
- michaelcarter@gulfbank.com
- 504-565-4647
- NMLS #: 466107
Michael graduated from the University of New Orleans with a Bachelor of Science in Management. Prior to his career in banking, he spent a lot of time working in the hospitality industry and he and his spouse founded and operated a local advertising agency giving him an appreciation for entrepreneurship and fostering his interest in the finance industry.
After arriving at Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company Michael entered the lender training program and after working in different capacities opened the Lakeview Branch as Banking Officer/ C0 - Branch Manager of the Lakeview Branch in April 2005. In 2011 he was promoted to VP/ Market Manager of the Main Office Branch. Since then, he has risen through the ranks to his current role of SVP/ Market Manager of the bank’s Commercial Lending Division
Michael is currently Chairman of the Board of Business Resource Capital which is Non-Profit Certified Development Corporation benefiting the Greater New Orleans Market where he has served as a board member for over 12 years. He also volunteers time and fundraises for The Covenant House of Greater New Orleans which provides care and support for homeless youth of the region. He was recently appointed to the Development & Communication Committee and over the past 6 years along with his peers has raised over $150,000 for this incredible cause.
Michael is an alumni of the Graduate School of Banking at LSU, Louisiana Bankers Association Leadership School, American Bankers Association Commercial Lending School, the Brian Bell Metropolitan Leadership Forum, NEXT WAVE Leadership Forum, and the Louisiana Bankers Association Commercial Lending School.
When he is not working Michael enjoys camping, boating, traveling, and enjoying the outdoors with his wife Christina and two daughters Faith and Hope.
After arriving at Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company Michael entered the lender training program and after working in different capacities opened the Lakeview Branch as Banking Officer/ C0 - Branch Manager of the Lakeview Branch in April 2005. In 2011 he was promoted to VP/ Market Manager of the Main Office Branch. Since then, he has risen through the ranks to his current role of SVP/ Market Manager of the bank’s Commercial Lending Division
Michael is currently Chairman of the Board of Business Resource Capital which is Non-Profit Certified Development Corporation benefiting the Greater New Orleans Market where he has served as a board member for over 12 years. He also volunteers time and fundraises for The Covenant House of Greater New Orleans which provides care and support for homeless youth of the region. He was recently appointed to the Development & Communication Committee and over the past 6 years along with his peers has raised over $150,000 for this incredible cause.
Michael is an alumni of the Graduate School of Banking at LSU, Louisiana Bankers Association Leadership School, American Bankers Association Commercial Lending School, the Brian Bell Metropolitan Leadership Forum, NEXT WAVE Leadership Forum, and the Louisiana Bankers Association Commercial Lending School.
When he is not working Michael enjoys camping, boating, traveling, and enjoying the outdoors with his wife Christina and two daughters Faith and Hope.
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Todd Elliot
AVP, Commercial Lender
NMLS: 1470064
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Todd Elliot
- ToddElliot@gulfbank.com
- 504-582-7785
- NMLS #: 1470064
Todd Elliot started his banking career in 2009 upon graduating from LSU’s E.J. Ourso College of Business with a degree in Finance. He began with First NBC Bank initially in Retail Banking, then moving on as a Commercial Credit Analyst and later, a Commercial Relationship Manager. His experience there included traditional real estate lending as well as transactions involving Historic, New Market, and Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. In 2017, he joined First American Bank as a Vice President of Lending to continue his career as a Commercial and Consumer Residential lender. During his time there, he deepened his banking relationships in the Greater New Orleans Area and financed countless construction projects for his customers. Now joining Gulf Coast Bank in 2026 as a Commercial Lender, Todd will continue to deliver an exceptional level of service to his customers now with all the products and offerings of a regional bank.
Todd is a graduate of Jesuit High School and currently resides in Metairie. He is an active contributor with the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce and The Round Table Club of New Orleans. When he is not working, he enjoys golfing, boating, and billiards.
Todd is a graduate of Jesuit High School and currently resides in Metairie. He is an active contributor with the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce and The Round Table Club of New Orleans. When he is not working, he enjoys golfing, boating, and billiards.
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