Movers & Shakers: Daniel Wallace, Evans Attwell, & James Stolt

December 11, 2025

by Bob Coleman
Founder & Publisher

Movers & Shakers: Daniel Wallace, Evans Attwell, & James Stolt

Daniel Wallace Announced as New CEO of Appalachian Community Capital

Appalachian Community Capital, a Christiansburg-based financial institution that supports small-business and community development across the Appalachian region, has named Daniel Wallace its next president and CEO. He will take over on Jan. 2, 2026, succeeding Donna Gambrell, who is retiring at the end of the year after nearly a decade of leading the organization’s growth.

“I’m honored to step into this role at such a pivotal moment for Appalachian Community Capital,” says Daniel. “Across the region, there is a powerful opportunity to strengthen the economic backbone of our communities, expand flexible capital for underserved entrepreneurs and build the long-term capacity that makes resilience possible.”

Daniel, who has almost 30 years of experience in rural business development and nonprofit leadership, joins ACC from the Green Bank for Rural America, an ACC subsidiary he has led since its launch last year. Before joining Green Bank, Daniel was chief investment officer at Coastal Enterprises, Inc. (CEI), where he led efforts to develop new financing tools to expand access to capital for low-income communities and entrepreneurs often overlooked by traditional financial markets.

“[Daniel’s] catalytic leadership in development finance — and his deep commitment to building pathways to durable prosperity — align perfectly with ACC’s vision and the momentum we are building for the future,” says Interim ACC Board Chair Marten Jenkins.

PlainsCapital Bank Welcomes Evans Attwell to Houston Team

“Evans has a long history of working with Houston businesses and individuals and understands what it takes to build lasting relationships,” says Danny Schroder, Houston Region Chairman at PlainsCapital Bank. “We’re glad to have him on board and look forward to the impact he’ll make on our team.”

PlainsCapital Bank announced that Evans Attwell has joined the Bank as Senior Vice President, Senior Business Development Officer. He will be based at PlainsCapital’s Kirby location in Houston. In this role, Attwell will identify and develop new business relationships while serving as a key point of contact for existing clients.

“PlainsCapital has built a strong reputation for relationship banking and community involvement,” says Attwell. “I’m thrilled to join a team that shares those values and is committed to helping Houston businesses succeed.”

Attwell joins PlainsCapital from Frost Bank, where he served as Senior Vice President in the Private Banking Group for more than 13 years. Over his nearly 40-year career, he has held roles at Citi Private Bank, JPMorgan Chase, and Royal Bank of Canada, focusing on private banking, corporate finance, and wealth management.

He earned his MBA from The University of Texas at Austin and holds a Bachelor of Science in business from Washington and Lee University. Attwell is active in the Houston community, serving on boards and advisory boards for many organizations, including Hermann Park Conservancy, Scenic Houston, and many more.

James Stolt Joins Dogwood State Bank Small Business Lending as SBA Business Lending Specialist

James Stolt has been named an SBA Business Lending Specialist at Dogwood State Bank Small Business Lending, bringing over 30 years of experience in the finance industry.

For the last 20 years, James has specialized in generating small business loans for owner-operated businesses and franchises. Since 2004, he has been devoted exclusively to SBA financing, with a particular focus on business acquisitions, debt refinance, franchise development, ground up construction/tenet improvements, as well as commercial real estate loans.

Adopting a consultative approach, James takes the time to truly understand the needs of each client, working closely with them to provide financing solutions that best fit their unique requirements.

Outside of work, James is an avid cyclist and musician, embracing creativity and discipline both on the road and in the arts.