Meet Prospera Regional Board Member in North Carolina, Rodrick Banks
Rodrick Banks, Senior Vice President and Lead Community Relations Consultant at Wells Fargo, serves as Chairman of Prospera’s Regional Board in North Carolina. With a career spanning the public and private sectors, Rodrick brings extensive experience in community and economic development, philanthropy, and corporate social responsibility. His commitment to small business growth and relationship-building continues to guide his leadership with Prospera. Keep reading to learn more about Rodrick and his service to the organization.
What are your company’s mission and products or services?
Wells Fargo’s mission is to satisfy all of our customers’ financial needs.
What motivated you to serve as a Prospera volunteer?
Small business growth is a priority for Wells Fargo, and as a community relations professional, I wanted to volunteer with an organization that focuses on serving small businesses every day and has a proven track record of success.
What have you enjoyed the most so far about serving on Prospera’s board as chair?
I’ve enjoyed the connections I’ve made with the team and fellow board members, but hearing the success stories of the entrepreneurs has been the most rewarding experience.
What would you most like the local community to know about Prospera?
Prospera is uniquely positioned and qualified to meet the specific needs of entrepreneurs in North Carolina. The organization and its staff have demonstrated their ability to help small businesses grow effectively.
Which three words best describe you?
Focused, thoughtful, impactful.
What is the most important lesson you’ve learned throughout your career?
Relationships matter more than credentials.
How do you achieve work-life balance?
I make time for the things and people who matter most and let everything else take care of itself.
How do you stay informed about trends in your industry?
I am an avid reader of books, blogs, and journals on topics that are important to my work.
Where is your favorite place to have a meeting outside of the office?
Any coffee shop is fine, but I don’t drink coffee.
Which social media platform do you use most frequently?
Instagram.
What is one item still on your bucket list?
A trip to Africa.
Rodrick’s leadership as board chair, his focus on relationship-building, and his dedication to small business growth make him a valued leader within Prospera in North Carolina. His service continues to strengthen the organization’s ability to support entrepreneurs across the state.
