In this episode, Travillian’s Brian Love speaks with Starion Bank CEO Craig Larson and President Dave Rogstad about the bank’s leadership transition. After launching a national search, Starion ultimately realized its next leader had been developing internally, reinforcing the importance of culture, trust, and long-term alignment.

The conversation highlights how succession planning is less about titles and more about stewardship, humility, and preparing leaders to grow with the organization. It also explores how internal development, combined with an external perspective, can strengthen leadership decisions.

Listen to the full conversation on Travillian Next here.