Jared Craighead

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Chief of Staff & Director of Strategic Initiatives at Vista Bank

Dallas, Texas, United States

Overview

With over 20 years of experience, Jared Craighead is Vista Banks Chief of Staff and Director of Strategic Initiatives. He guides strategic enterprise goals like M&A, capital raises, and regulatory matters. A Baylor University graduate with a JD from George Mason University, he formerly served as Chief of Staff and General Counsel at the Texas Railroad Commission.

Jared is a dedicated community leader and an Eagle Scout. He has been actively involved in community development, particularly through initiatives aimed at serving entrepreneurs and enhancing financial literacy in underserved areas like South Dallas.

He played a pivotal role in elevating Vista Bank to become the top Main Street Lending Program lender in Texas and the second-leading lender in the country.

Personality Overview

Example Driven

Appreciative

Fair-minded

They are more likely to opt for solutions that are proven in the market.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. Scenarios where both sides can come out as winners appeal to them greatly.

Topics They Care About

Strategic Growth
His role focuses on planning and executing key initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and footprint expansion for Vista Bank.
Financial Regulation
He manages state and federal regulatory matters for the bank and previously served as Chief of Staff and General Counsel for the Railroad Commission of Texas.
Main Street Lending
He personally oversaw Vista Bank’s highly successful Main Street Lending Program, significantly boosting the bank's portfolio and national reputation.

Media Appearances

Leadership Team – Jared Craighead - Vista Bank. Featured in Vista Bank (Corporate Website)

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Vista Bank Taps Jared Craighead, Chief Of Staff And General Counsel. Featured in Vista Bank (Press Release)

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Jared L Craighead, Vista Bank Texas: Profile and Biography. Featured in Bloomberg

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Work History

6-2020
Chief of Staff & Director of Strategic Initiatives at Vista Bank
1-2015 - 6-2020
Chief of Staff & General Counsel at Railroad Commission of Texas

Education

1994 - 1998
BBA in Finance from Baylor University
2001 - 2004
Doctor of Law - JD from George Mason University - Antonin Scalia Law School

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Exp : 11 Location : Dallas, Texas, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Chief of Staff & Director of Strategic Initiatives at Vista Bank
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Insights For Selling To Jared

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use testimonials, case studies to show them why it is a low-risk, high-value decision
  • Show them how they look good by making this decision
  • If possible, involve their colleagues in the sales process

DONT's

  • Don’t sound very transactional
  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jared is

  • Relationships can sway their decisions, followed by the low risk and the presence of good evidence.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jared

  • They are diplomatic when needed and rarely say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jared move?

  • Even if they are engaged and friendly, they can take their time to make decisions.
  • Can Jared take some risk or not?

  • They probably won’t put a lot at risk.

You And Jared

Personality Compatibility


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