John Cooper

Sr. Business Development 

John Cooper brings a wealth of experience to his roles across financial analysis, lending, and business development, pairing his hard-earned professional resilience with a deep-rooted belief in grace. A proud third-generation Fort Worth native, John pursued his education at Baylor University before graduating from the TCU Neeley School of Business in 2001. Having "seen some things and come out the other side," he offers an invaluable, battle-tested perspective to his clients and team.

Beyond his professional success, John is known for his unique skill: truly talking to people and making sure they are heard. He believes that genuine listening is an essential part of navigating business and building lasting relationships. 

Outside of work, John is an avid reader, podcast creator, and someone who genuinely loves helping others through difficult seasons. Above all, he's a devoted husband, son, and father of four.

Fun Fact: John recently conquered a massive personal health milestone by losing 70 pounds, and he possesses the highly specific ability to drive a 30-row John Deere tractor—which he has actually done!