“Lead with Purpose, Serve with Integrity.”

With over 37 years of multifaceted professional experience spanning mining, mortgage lending, retail and commercial banking, and community leadership, Harold Webb brings a rich tapestry of skills, insights, and proven results to every organization he serves. As a seasoned executive, Harold has demonstrated the rare ability to transition seamlessly across industries—excelling in roles that require both technical prowess and people-centered leadership. His journey reflects a deep-rooted commitment to integrity, community development, and sustainable growth, making him a distinguished and mission-driven candidate for board-level service in diverse industries such as finance, healthcare, nonprofit, natural resources, and economic development.

Harold began his career in the mining industry after earning a Master of Science in Geology from the University of Tennessee. He started as an exploration geologist with English China Clays International (ECCI) and ascended to become the Director of Mining Operations, managing a $25 million budget and 70 employees. During his tenure, Harold led projects in mineral exploration, mine planning, environmental stewardship, and land use planning, all while navigating the complexities of global markets. His efforts in community and stakeholder engagement—including public presentations and liaison roles with media, landowners, and government—foreshadowed the communicative strengths that would later define his leadership in the financial sector.

When the mining firm was acquired by a French conglomerate, Harold pivoted with agility and strategic foresight into the financial services industry. He began his new chapter in mortgage lending before progressing to executive roles in retail banking. As Vice President at Regions Bank since 2010, he has consistently exceeded expectations in areas such as small business lending, commercial and residential mortgages, payment solutions, and risk and compliance management. His leadership style blends servant leadership principles with data-informed decision-making and high accountability for performance metrics, guiding teams to achieve quarterly targets and delivering superior customer experiences.

Harold’s ability to inspire, develop, and lead teams has earned him recognition not only within his organizations but also throughout the communities he has served. His community leadership is deeply impactful—having held roles such as Chairman of the Board for the Barrow County Chamber of Commerce, President of multiple Rotary Clubs, and Executive Committee Member for the Northeast Georgia Health System’s Advisory Council. Under his guidance, the Barrow Chamber expanded from 400 to 600 members and spearheaded Summit 2.0, a countywide visioning initiative that delivered tangible economic development results.

A firm believer in the power of collaboration and communication, Harold has been instrumental in building bridges between financial institutions and educational systems. At the University of Tennessee at Martin, his outreach efforts resulted in the integration of financial education into the student onboarding experience, showcasing his foresight in aligning business goals with community upliftment. Similarly, his initiatives in healthcare advocacy while serving on the Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Board and Advisory Council reflect his dedication to the interconnectedness of public health, economic vitality, and civic infrastructure.

Harold is equally effective in internal team development, championing workforce engagement through practical coaching methods and strength-based performance management. He employs tools like Clifton Strengths Finder and real-time coaching to foster accountability and a shared vision within his teams. By transforming organizational goals into measurable, individual action plans, Harold ensures that every member of the team knows how their daily work contributes to the larger mission—a philosophy that has driven high engagement scores and consistent performance outcomes.

In economic development circles, Harold is widely respected for his inclusive leadership and strategic planning skills. During the Barrow County Summit 2.0, he unified voices from government, business, education, and nonprofit sectors to create a 5- to 10-year growth strategy. One of the summit’s tangible outcomes was the approval and funding of a greenway project to drive tourism and commercial activity. Even when met with initial resistance, Harold’s diplomatic and transparent approach transformed skepticism into collaboration, resulting in community-wide alignment around shared goals.

While his career has seen remarkable successes, Harold remains grounded by the lessons of challenges and setbacks. For example, an early initiative to launch financial literacy programming for educators in Barrow County fell short—not because of the idea’s merit, but due to the lack of internal champions. He took this as a leadership lesson in stakeholder alignment and has since applied that wisdom in future ventures. This ability to learn, adapt, and apply feedback underscores his growth mindset and humility—hallmarks of a servant leader.

Harold’s personal values deeply inform his professional life. A devout man of faith, he is an active church member and community volunteer. He is passionate about the outdoors, often hiking, camping, or playing guitar with family, and cherishes time spent with his new grandchild. These passions serve as a compass, guiding him to pursue roles where he can make meaningful contributions while maintaining harmony between professional commitments and personal values.

As Harold now seeks opportunities to serve on boards and advisory councils, he is driven by a desire to apply his decades of experience in leadership, finance, operations, and community engagement to support mission-aligned organizations. He sees board service not as a career capstone but as a dynamic opportunity to continue learning, contributing, and inspiring positive change across sectors and communities.

Character:

Harold exemplifies character through unwavering integrity, humility, and a strong moral compass rooted in his faith and community values. He believes in leading by example and upholding trust as the foundation of all personal and professional relationships.

Knowledge:

With over three decades of experience across multiple industries, Harold brings a deep well of technical knowledge and practical wisdom. He complements his expertise with an ongoing commitment to learning and applying strategic insights across varied operational domains.

Strategic:

Harold is a visionary who blends long-term planning with tactical execution, as demonstrated in his economic development work and strategic workforce initiatives. He understands how to align institutional goals with community needs to drive sustainable growth.

Communication:

Whether addressing a chamber summit or mentoring a team member, Harold communicates with clarity, authenticity, and empathy. He has a gift for connecting with diverse stakeholders and translating complex ideas into actionable strategies.