Overcoming Obstacles: Chad Elledge's Journey to Executive Leadership

Mind Matters

In this episode, host Kendall Raessler welcomes Chad Elledge, the Executive Vice President and Risk Officer for Texas Heritage National Bank. Chad takes us on a fascinating journey from his early days in East Texas to earning a computer programming degree from Texas A&M, and eventually transitioning into the banking sector in an unconventional path.

You'll hear about his career pivot from IT to risk management, the personal challenges he faced, and the invaluable lessons he learned along the way. Chad shares insights on the importance of staying informed, leveraging relationships, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture. Plus, he offers practical advice on balancing work and personal life, and how technology plays a critical role in modern banking.

Tune in to discover how persistence, adaptability, and a positive mindset can drive success in any career.

Timestamps

00:00 Funny story of a career change from coding.

04:24 Employee promoted to CEO after requesting an interview.

07:36 Difficulty reading; learned to work harder.

10:14 Persistence and mentorship lead to personal success.

15:32 Stay up to date to think bigger.

19:52 Embracing teamwork, valuing diverse input, and empowerment.

21:32 The Institution's growth is driven by strong customer relationships.

25:52 Technology as an asset, risk analysis evolution in banking.

Connect with Chad Elledge

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cellag93/

Website: https://www.thnb.bank/about/