Sam J. Hodges
About Sam J. Hodges
Sam J. Hodges serves as the Vice President and Strategy & Transformation Lead at City National Bank, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Cardinal Health. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from The Ohio State University and an Executive Leadership Certificate from The London School of Economics.
Work at City National Bank
Sam J. Hodges currently serves as Vice President, Strategy & Transformation Lead at City National Bank. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the bank's strategic initiatives and transformation efforts. Prior to this role, he worked as AVP, Strategy & Transformation Lead at the same institution from 2021 to 2023. His experience at City National Bank involves leading large-scale, strategic cross-functional initiatives that engage both internal and external partners.
Previous Experience at JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Before joining City National Bank, Sam J. Hodges worked at JPMorgan Chase & Co. as a Product Business Manager in JPM Wealth Management from 2020 to 2021. His role focused on managing product strategies within the wealth management division. Additionally, he served as an Internal Strategy Consultant at JPMorgan Chase & Co. from 2019 to 2020, where he contributed to strategic planning and execution.
Education and Expertise
Sam J. Hodges earned a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from The Ohio State University. He furthered his education at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he obtained an Executive Leadership Certificate in International Business/Economic Relations. His educational background supports his expertise in digital and platform transformations, statistical analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
Background in Healthcare and Nonprofit Sectors
Prior to his roles in banking and finance, Sam J. Hodges worked at Cardinal Health in various capacities, including as a Contracts/Accounting Disputes Analyst from 2015 to 2017 and as a Process Excellence Manager from 2017 to 2019. His experience also includes a brief internship at the Children's Defense Fund in 2012, where he served as a Teacher during the Freedom Schools Internship.
Skills and Professional Development
Sam J. Hodges possesses high emotional intelligence and multi-cultural competence, which enhance his ability to lead diverse teams. He is skilled in statistical analysis and data mining, which aids in informed decision-making. Additionally, he provides career development strategy and resume writing guidance, demonstrating his commitment to professional growth and mentorship.