Movers & Shakers — Godfrey, Kilpatrick, Seitz, & Kiley
June 26, 2025
Bob Coleman
Founder & Publisher
Movers & Shakers — Godfrey, Kilpatrick, Seitz, & Kiley
Kelly Godfrey Returns to CADDA as Loan Officer
“Returning to CADDA means returning to a team that shares my passion for community and client success,” says Kelly Godfrey, taking on the position of loan officer at CADDA.
With nearly 24 years of experience in the banking and lending industry, Kelly Godfrey is excited to bring her deep expertise in commercial lending back to the CADDA team. A proud graduate of Georgia Southern University, Kelly has spent her career helping businesses grow, thrive, and navigate the complexities of commercial finance with confidence.
Her return to CADDA is a welcome one—Kelly is known for her strategic thinking, relationship-driven approach, and unwavering commitment to her clients’ success. From small business owners to large-scale developers, she partners with clients to provide tailored lending solutions that support long-term growth.
Terrence Louk, CEO of CADDA, says, “Kelly brings a rare combination of deep industry knowledge and genuine care for her clients—she’s a true asset to our team.”
BankFirst Welcomes Kevin Kilpatrick as Senior Vice President and SBA Department Manager
BankFirst Financial Services is pleased to welcome Kevin Kilpatrick as Senior Vice President and SBA Department Manager. Based in the bank’s Birmingham office, Kevin will lead SBA lending efforts across all BankFirst markets. With over 35 years of experience in SBA and government lending, Kevin brings a proven track record of success, having originated more than $175 million in SBA loans and led high-performing teams across multiple markets. His proven leadership, deep industry expertise, and commitment to supporting small business growth make him a strong addition to the BankFirst team.
A graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a degree in Marketing and Finance,
Kevin also completed the Alabama Banking School, where he graduated as Salutatorian, and has received advanced SBA training through NAGGL. He has been recognized as one of the Birmingham Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under 40,” is a past president of the Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce, and frequently shares his SBA lending expertise with community groups and business audiences.
Kevin has served as the Worship Minister at Homewood Church of Christ for more than 40 years and performs in a local band. He and his wife, Lyn, have been married for 39 years and enjoy spending time with their two children and grandchildren.
PlainsCapital Bank Welcomes Cullen Seitz to Austin Lending Team
PlainsCapital Bank is pleased to announce that Cullen Seitz has joined its Austin lending team as Senior Vice President, Senior Commercial Loan Officer. He will be based at the Bank’s Downtown Austin location.
“I’m proud to be joining a bank that values long-term relationships and takes a community-focused approach to banking,” says Seitz. “Austin is a dynamic market, and I’m excited to help our clients grow and succeed.”
“Cullen brings nearly two decades of commercial banking experience and a deep understanding of the Austin market,” says Paul Holubec, Chairman of the Austin Region. “He’s built strong relationships throughout the community, and that connection, along with his market knowledge, will be a real asset to both our clients and our team.”
Seitz brings over 19 years of financial services experience in the Austin area, with a strong background in commercial lending, relationship management, and business development. He previously served as a Relationship Manager at PNC Bank and held leadership roles at Citizens National Bank, Austin Capital Bank, and JP Morgan Chase. In his new role at PlainsCapital, he will provide strategic financial guidance and customized lending solutions to businesses, while managing client relationships and driving growth in the Austin market.
A University of Texas at Austin graduate with a degree in economics, Seitz is also active in the community. He currently serves as Vice President of the Vista Ridge High School Booster Club and has been involved with the Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program, the Cedar Park Youth League Board, and the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Gulf Coast Small Business Lending Announces Hiring of Tim Kiley
Gulf Coast Small Business Lending announced that it has hired Tim Kiley as Senior Vice President – Business Development Officer in Kalispell, Montana.
“We are thrilled to have Tim join our Gulf Coast Small Business Lending team. His years of accomplished experience in the SBA industry will be an asset to both our borrowers and our team,” says Larry Moran, Managing Director of Gulf Coast Small Business Lending. Moran went on to state that “as part of our nationwide originations platform, Tim will provide financing to small businesses for start-ups, OOCRE purchases, business acquisitions, partner buyouts and more.”
Moran further stated that “as with every new BDO hire, we look forward to combining Tim’s SBA experience with our exceptional product delivery as we continue to partner with small businesses across the United States to meet their unique needs for financing. We have been, and remain, bullish about SBA lending.”
Tim Kiley brings over 25 years of SBA lending experience to his new role at Gulf Coast Small Business Lending. Tim lends nationwide from his offices in Kalispell (Montana) and the Tuscan (Arizona) area, where he splits his time.