Chris Turnley, an accomplished executive with over two decades of senior leadership experience across startups, Fortune 500 companies, and non-profit organizations, is renowned for his commitment to purposeful growth and community connection. Chris has established himself as a transformative leader by driving innovation, fostering inclusive cultures, and building sustainable relationships that empower individuals and organizations to thrive. With over 20 years of experience in the technology and financial sectors, Chris has consistently focused on growth and building sustainable relationships across a diverse range of companies and regions. His strategic vision and adeptness at navigating complex challenges have been pivotal to his success in senior leadership roles at DOSH, WP Engine, Iron Mountain, Chipper, MacroFab, and numerous other startup ventures. A passionate advocate for community transformation, Chris serves on the boards of several organizations, including the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce, The Other Ones Foundation, Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center, We Love Our City, and Founders Institute of Texas. His mentorship and advisory roles with incubators like DIVInc and Kingdom Capital reflect his dedication to fostering diverse entrepreneurial ecosystems and supporting underrepresented communities. Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communications and English, with a minor in Business Administration, from the University of Washington. His leadership philosophy focuses on empowering individuals, companies, and communities to reach their full potential through innovation, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to inclusivity.
Tomorrow Starts Here - Imagining the Next Generation of Banking
10:20 AM Fireside Chat: The Best Branch Is an Open Branch: A Growth Strategy for Building Faster and Growing Smarter
Opening a new branch is one of the biggest investments a financial institution can make, making speed to market just as important as the long-term vision for the space. Rather than delaying openings until every feature and capability is in place, leading institutions are adopting a phased approach that gets branches serving customers sooner while creating flexibility to grow alongside evolving business needs. Join Chris Turnley, COO of CoastHills Credit Union, for a fireside chat on how opening faster can accelerate deposit growth, improve ROI, shorten the path to profitability, and better serve the customers who rely on the branch from day one.
Hear more about how to:
- Accelerate new branch openings while planning for long-term growth and expansion.
- Reduce time to profitability by generating deposits and customer relationships sooner.
- Balance upfront investment with phased capabilities that maximize ROI over time.
- Design flexible branch strategies that can evolve alongside changing customer and business needs.
- Build a business case that prioritizes speed to market without sacrificing long-term success.
Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Chris.
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