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Zelus Automation Platform Appoints Bond Chief Executive Officer

September 11, 2024

Russell BondHouston-based Zelus Automation Platform, an innovator in account-opening software for regional and community banks, recently announced the appointment of Russell Bond as its new chief executive officer. He has served at some of the most prominent names in the industry, including Hewlett-Packard, Diebold Nixdorf, Wex Inc. and Fiserv. Bond has more than 30 years of leadership experience in the financial services and technology sectors.

“Russell Bond is exactly the kind of leader we need to take Zelus to the next level,” says Joe Gillen, founder and chairman of Zelus, and founder of Pinnacle Financial Strategies. “His extensive experience in both the financial services and technology industries, combined with his proven ability to drive transformation and build high-performing teams, makes him an ideal fit for our company’s ambitious goals.”

Zelus’ Simple New Account Platform, SNAP, brings new innovations to how banks perform and process account opening and maintenance. Designed to replace a bank’s existing deposit platform, SNAP incorporates automation and seamless integration to increase speed, reduce document handling and decrease errors.

“Zelus Automation Platform is at an exciting juncture, and I am thrilled to join the team as we work to revolutionize the industry,” Bond says.

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Zelus Automation Platform Appoints Bond Chief Executive Officer

September 11, 2024

Russell BondHouston-based Zelus Automation Platform, an innovator in account-opening software for regional and community banks, recently announced the appointment of Russell Bond as its new chief executive officer. He has served at some of the most prominent names in the industry, including Hewlett-Packard, Diebold Nixdorf, Wex Inc. and Fiserv. Bond has more than 30 years of leadership experience in the financial services and technology sectors.

“Russell Bond is exactly the kind of leader we need to take Zelus to the next level,” says Joe Gillen, founder and chairman of Zelus, and founder of Pinnacle Financial Strategies. “His extensive experience in both the financial services and technology industries, combined with his proven ability to drive transformation and build high-performing teams, makes him an ideal fit for our company’s ambitious goals.”

Zelus’ Simple New Account Platform, SNAP, brings new innovations to how banks perform and process account opening and maintenance. Designed to replace a bank’s existing deposit platform, SNAP incorporates automation and seamless integration to increase speed, reduce document handling and decrease errors.

“Zelus Automation Platform is at an exciting juncture, and I am thrilled to join the team as we work to revolutionize the industry,” Bond says.

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Zelus Automation Platform Appoints Bond Chief Executive Officer

September 11, 2024

Russell BondHouston-based Zelus Automation Platform, an innovator in account-opening software for regional and community banks, recently announced the appointment of Russell Bond as its new chief executive officer. He has served at some of the most prominent names in the industry, including Hewlett-Packard, Diebold Nixdorf, Wex Inc. and Fiserv. Bond has more than 30 years of leadership experience in the financial services and technology sectors.

“Russell Bond is exactly the kind of leader we need to take Zelus to the next level,” says Joe Gillen, founder and chairman of Zelus, and founder of Pinnacle Financial Strategies. “His extensive experience in both the financial services and technology industries, combined with his proven ability to drive transformation and build high-performing teams, makes him an ideal fit for our company’s ambitious goals.”

Zelus’ Simple New Account Platform, SNAP, brings new innovations to how banks perform and process account opening and maintenance. Designed to replace a bank’s existing deposit platform, SNAP incorporates automation and seamless integration to increase speed, reduce document handling and decrease errors.

“Zelus Automation Platform is at an exciting juncture, and I am thrilled to join the team as we work to revolutionize the industry,” Bond says.

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Previous In Memoriam: Laurel Ann ‘Sissy’ Phillips Austin, Jacksonville-based Austin Bank CLO Next Missouri-based Legacy Bank & Trust Hires Marín to Direct Treasury Management Sales in Texas

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In Memoriam: Shirley Mae Wood Hall

Mississippi-based Hancock Whitney Announces Leadership Promotions in Texas

WestStar Appoints Macias Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Credit Officer

Susser Bank Strengthens Dallas Commercial Banking Team with Appointment of Voigt

Arkansas-based Simmons Bank Taps Recer to Lead C&I Strategy in Texas and Other Markets

PlainsCapital Bank Welcomes Myers as Senior Vice President and Senior Relationship Manager in Frisco

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