John W. Bordelon will retire as CEO on January 8, 2027, and Darren E. Guidry will succeed him as CEO.
Lafayette, Louisiana, October 19 /PRNewswire/ — Home Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: HBCP) (the “Company”), the parent company of Home Bank, N.A. (the “Bank”) (www.home24bank.com), today announced that Mr. John W. Bordelon will retire as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Company and the Bank effective January 8, 2027. Mr. Bordelon’s retirement marks the culmination of more than 45 years of distinguished service and leadership to the Company and the Bank. Following his retirement, he will continue to serve as Chairman and remain a member of the Board of Directors of both the Company and the Bank to support organizational continuity during and after the leadership transition.
Chris Rader, Chair of the Company’s Nominating and Governance Committee, said: “On behalf of the Board, I extend our sincere gratitude to John for his exceptional leadership, dedication, and enduring contributions over more than four decades. John has guided the company and the bank through periods of significant growth and change, and we are grateful that he will continue to provide leadership and continuity as Chairman. We are also confident that Darren’s experience, institutional knowledge, and strategic focus will enable him to effectively lead the organization into its next chapter.”
Following Mr. Bordelon’s retirement, Mr. Darren E. Guidry will assume the role of CEO and continue as President of the company and the bank. Mr. Guidry has served as President of the company and the bank since July 1, 2026. Since joining the institution in 1993, he has contributed to balancing growth with risk management, advancing the company’s strategic priorities, and strengthening its commitment to long-term shareholder value.
Mr. Guidry said, “I am honored to be appointed President and CEO of the company and bank. This is an exciting moment for our organization, and I look forward to working with the board, management team, and colleagues to build on our strong foundation, advance our strategic priorities, and continue creating long-term value for our customers, community, employees, and shareholders. I also thank John for his exceptional leadership and the profound impact he has had on our organization.”
Mr. Bordelon said: “Serving as CEO, and previously as President, has been one of the greatest honors of my career. I am proud of everything the team has accomplished and believe the company and bank are well-positioned for continued success under Darren’s leadership. I look forward to supporting a smooth transition and witnessing the organization thrive in the years ahead.”
About Home Bancorp
Home Bancorp is a Louisiana-based company that became the holding company for Home Bank after its conversion from a mutual to a stock form in October 2008. Home Bank is a federally chartered, community-focused bank originally established in 1908 and headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana. Home Bank, N.A., founded in 1908 as Home Building & Loan, is the oldest financial institution in Lafayette Parish, with its headquarters in Lafayette, Louisiana. The company has expanded to serve markets in southern Louisiana, Natchez, Mississippi, and the greater Houston area.