Cole Lankford

Cole Lankford is an experienced business development professional currently serving as a Business Development Partner at Trident 1 since December 2022, focusing on strategic growth and partnership-building. Since January 2020, Lankford has also held the role of Business Development Partner at Upper Hand, specializing in the sporting industry. As Chief Executive Officer at Triple L Financial since February 2018, Lankford leads efforts to provide strategic insights and creative solutions for business growth. Additionally, Lankford has been a Business Development Partner at Paysafe Associates since April 2017, emphasizing the execution of strategic plans and partnership development. Lankford's career includes professional experience as a player for the St. Louis Cardinals from June 2014 to March 2017. Lankford earned a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture from Texas A&M University.