Chris L. was promoted to Assistant Vice President in October 2023 by the bank’s board of directors. He joined the bank in 2017 as a summer intern and has progressed through positions including the Oklahoma Bankers Association internship program, credit analyst, and credit officer prior to his recent promotion. Chris’ experience in credit is a great foundation for his new role in accounting. He received his BBA from The University of Oklahoma with a dual major in finance and accounting. In May, Chris completed his MBA from LSU-Shreveport with a focus in data analytics.
The 2023 year was quite significant for Chris. In addition to completing his MBA, he married his wife Taylor, and he was named a recipient of the 2023 NextGen Under 30 Award. Chris and Taylor reside in Oklahoma City with their dog, Emma.