Meet the Chairman of the Board
In addition to being Board Chairman for The Bankers Bank, Clayton Lodes is CEO at First National Bank & Trust of Ardmore, OK. He is a CPA, and practiced public accounting for over 20 years before joining 1NB in 2002. Clayton has served on the TBB Board since 2018, and also serves on the REI Oklahoma Board of Directors in Durant. He and his wife, Bebe, enjoy volunteering for several civic and charitable organizations and especially enjoy spending time with their three children and five grandchildren.
Q: How has your term as Chairman been?
A: My time as Chairman has been very rewarding. Communication between the Board and Management Team is excellent, and I could not be more pleased with the progress we have made this year. Our strategic planning meeting was effective and initiatives from that meeting are well underway. Operations are running smoothly, and we are on track for another record earnings year.
Q: What do you value most about TBB?
A: TBB has been a strategic partner of First National Bank & Trust Company of Ardmore for many years. Our bank uses a significant number of products and services offered by TBB and have found them to be of very high quality, competitively priced with outstanding customer service. The management team and staff work closely with many banks and a variety of vendors, so they are a valuable resource for us as we navigate a changing environment.
Q: What do you see for TBB in the future?
A: TBB is highly respected by the banking community in our market area and is also considered an innovative leader among correspondent banks across the country. We are constantly developing and enhancing products and services needed in the industry. Our innovative team continues to cultivate relationships and provide solutions for other correspondent banks. As a result, our market area and client base are expanding. With a clear vision and this high performing team, I believe TBB is well positioned for continued growth in the future
Q: Do you have any advice for fellow bankers?
A: If you are not familiar with all the new products and services offered by TBB and its subsidiaries, (TBS) The Bankers Solution and (FIT) Forward in Technology, you should give them a call. You will be glad you did.
Q: What activities do you enjoy outside of banking?
A: Enjoying quality time with family and friends is on the top of my list of favorite activities. I also enjoy almost any outdoor activity including fishing, hunting, shooting sports and an occasional sky-diving excursion with other old bankers.
Q: Any other message for TBB customers and shareholders?
A: TBB has not only been a tremendous financial investment for our bank, but it has also been an invaluable resource for our management team! If you are looking for a solution, make TBB your first call!