Tanya James

Tanya James, MBA, currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Director of Talent Management at Arvest Bank since December 2005, where responsibilities include managing succession planning, executive coaching, and talent development across multiple oversight areas. Previous roles at Arvest Bank include Senior Vice President of Community and Business Relationship Director, where expertise in community engagement and fund allocation was demonstrated, and Senior Vice President, Regional Administrator, overseeing sales and service teams. Tanya's extensive banking experience began as a Deposit Counselor and Teller, progressing through various leadership roles. In addition, Tanya serves as a part-time Adjunct Instructor for Principles of Marketing at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Education includes a Master of Business Administration from Harding University.