Cole Lankford

Cole Lankford is a seasoned business development professional currently serving as a Business Development Partner at Trident 1 since December 2022, where strategic growth initiatives and market positioning are key responsibilities. Lankford has been actively involved in similar roles at Upper Hand since January 2020 and Paysafe Associates since April 2017, focusing on identifying new business opportunities and building strategic partnerships, particularly in the sporting industry. As Chief Executive Officer at Triple L Financial since February 2018, Lankford has led efforts to provide strategic insights and creative solutions that drive growth for diverse businesses. Prior experience includes a professional playing career with the St. Louis Cardinals from June 2014 to March 2017. Cole Lankford holds a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture from Texas A&M University.