Levent Ozbilek

Levent Ozbilek is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in credit and risk management within the banking sector. Currently serving as a Senior Credit Officer and Senior Vice President at SouthState Bank since August 2025, Levent previously held similar roles at Prosperity Bank for 18 years, where responsibilities included reviewing and approving loans and managing portfolio risk in the DFW and broader Texas regions. Levent's career also includes positions at Gateway National Bank, where titles ranged from Credit Department Manager to Senior Credit Analyst. Levent holds an M.B.A. from the University of Louisiana Monroe and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Business/Management from Istanbul University.