Ron Tilton

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Advisory Board Member at Johnson Storage & Moving Co.

Denver, Colorado, United States

Overview

Ron Tilton is a seasoned banking executive who, after a nearly 36-year career culminating as President of FirstBank, now serves on multiple boards, including Johnson Storage & Moving and Citizens State Bank. He earned his bachelors degree from Kansas State University and is recognized by peers as an exceptional leader providing wise counsel.

He is deeply committed to his familys century-old farming and ranching partnership, focusing on its transition to the next generation. Ron is also heavily involved in community development, serving as a commissioner for the Denver Urban Renewal Authority and on the MSU Denver Foundation Board, reflecting his passion for civic engagement.

Ron facilitated the financing for several iconic Denver redevelopment projects, including Union Station and the Denver Pavilions.

Personality Overview

Unexpressive

Tough To Convince

Late Adopter

They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time.  They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much. They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.

Topics They Care About

Banking & Finance
Spent 36 years at FirstBank, retiring as President. His expertise covers high-level strategy, governance, and complex commercial real estate financing.
Community Redevelopment
Serves as a commissioner for the Denver Urban Renewal Authority, expressing excitement to help guide civic redevelopment projects in the city.
Agribusiness & Legacy
As Co-General Partner of his family's century-old farm, he is passionate about agriculture and ensuring a smooth generational transition of the land.

Media Appearances

Ron has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2024
Advisory Board Member at Johnson Storage & Moving Co.
8-2022
Board Member at Citizens State Bank Colorado
2-2021
Retirement at Career Break
3-1998
Co-General Partner at Tilton Family Partnership
6-1985 - 2-2021
President at FirstBank

Education

8-1981 - 5-1985
Bachelor's degree from Kansas State University

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Exp : 40 Location : Denver, Colorado, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Advisory Board Member at Johnson Storage & Moving Co.
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Insights For Selling To Ron

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.
  • Be firm in your communication and stay in control

DONT's

  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ron is

  • For them, low risk and acceptance by others are very important, followed by proof of ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ron

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ron move?

  • They do not like to take decisions in a hurry, so they could be slow in making their mind up.
  • Can Ron take some risk or not?

  • They are low on risk-appetite and prefer to make informed decisions.

You And Ron

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