South Florida Banking veteran, Nic Bustle, takes leadership position

U.S. Century Bank (USCB) announced the addition of Nicholas “Nic” Bustle as executive vice president, chief lending officer. He will provide leadership for the commercial banking division, focusing on business development and market share growth in the commercial and industrial (C&I), commercial real estate, and small business market segments. He will oversee the team of commercial lenders in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

“We continue to strengthen our presence in the commercial banking sector, and Nic is the right person to lead the effort to move us to the next level,” commented Luis de la Aguilera, president and CEO. “Economic conditions and market dynamics offer tremendous growth potential, and we plan to make the most of these opportunities.”

Bustle brings to U.S. Century Bank more than 35 years of South Florida banking experience, including leadership positions at City National Bank, BankUnited, and SunTrust Bank. Bustle was most recently at Valley Bank as Miami-Dade County market president and first senior vice president – commercial banking. In addition to specializing in commercial banking, his career spans positions in wealth management. He holds Series 24, 7, 66 and Insurance 215 licenses.

“At U.S. Century Bank, we are committed to not only servicing the needs of privately-owned businesses, but also the needs of these business owners and their families,” commented de la Aguilera. “Nic’s experience and perspectives will be valuable as we build out our plans to execute this important business priority.”

“I am proud to be part of a community bank that does as much to serve its community as it does to service its customers,” said Nic Bustle, the newly appointed executive vice president, chief lending officer. “I look forward to contributing to the growth and financial strength of U.S. Century Bank.”

Bustle holds a master’s degree in international business from Florida International University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

About U.S. Century Bank

Established in 2002, U.S. Century Bank, a 5-Star Bauer rated financial institution, is one of the largest community banks headquartered in Miami-Dade County and one of the largest Minority Deposit Institutions in Florida, with assets exceeding $1.6 billion. Through its network of 11 branch locations and its online banking platform, U.S. Century Bank offers customers a wide range of financial products and services. U.S. Century Bank has received awards and accolades from numerous organizations for its philanthropic support and leadership, including the Beacon Council, Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and others. For more information or to find a U.S. Century branch near you, please call (305) 715-5200 or visit www.uscentury.com.