A man with a lot of natural energy, Keith Cargill is often told he doesn’t need any additional caffeine. In fact, those who work closely with him often say, “Keith runs faster and harder than everyone.” Cargill is one of two founders that are still involved with Texas Capital Bank. Founded by seven partners 18 years ago, Texas Capital boasts $22 billion in total assets and is consistently recognized as one of the best banks in America by Forbes. Much of this success can be derived from senior leadership. “We all rely on each other,” says Cargill, who makes an everyday effort to get to know all of his employees. “We run a different kind of company.”
6:30 A.M.
Begins his morning by working out in his Highland Park home.
7:30 A.M.
Grabs breakfast with his wife. It includes scrambled eggs and yogurt with blueberries. “Don’t be fooled,” he says. “I usually have bacon with my breakfast.”
8:45 A.M.
Arrives at the office to prepare for his meetings throughout the day. His allergies are acting up and to counteract the drowsiness of his medication, he takes a shot of 5-Hour Energy.
9 A.M.
Leads the monthly Presidents’ Council meeting, which brings together 20 Texas Capital Bank executives from Dallas. Executives from Austin, San Antonio, and Houston videoconference in. The group discusses strategic objectives and financial priorities.
11 A.M.
Drives to West Dallas to visit the grounds for the new “Texas Capital Bank Soccer Field” for the first time. Through the Christian organization Mercy Street, the bank was able to help fund the soccer and football fields, which provide kids with afterschool activities and guidance.
11:45 A.M.
Meets Larry Helm, chairman of the board, and Julie Anderson, chief financial officer, for lunch at Ocean Prime. The three plan out board meeting topics for the upcoming year.
1:00 P.M.
Back at the office, Cargill has a briefing with Tricia Linderman, executive vice president of recruiting & communications, to review specifics behind items discussed at the council meeting and to examine future programs.
1:15 P.M.
Takes a break from meetings to catch up with fellow employees and introduce himself to new hires.
1:30 P.M.
Meets with Meredith Williams, senior executive assistant, to go through the weekly itinerary and sign documents. Since Cargill was in New York for a business trip the previous week, he has a lot of catching up to do.
2:00 P.M.
Jumps into the monthly Bank Tank meeting, in which internal ideas are presented to the senior leadership. Similar to the ABC-TV show “Shark Tank,” the panel has the power to either veto or invest in pitched ideas.
4:00 P.M.
Heads into the 2017 financial planning meeting with the other senior financial executives.
5:00 P.M.
Departs the office for happy hour at Saint Ann’s restaurant to celebrate new employees’ completion of the company’s six-month training program.
6:00 P.M.
Cargill joins new employees inside the Saint Ann Court building for a catered dinner. “Our future is brighter than ever,” Cargill says with a smile. “I appreciate every one of you. Thank you for your commitment to the company and to the community.”
6:30 P.M.
Sneaks out of dinner early to meet his 7-year-old grandson and wife for dinner.
10 P.M.
Heads to bed at his normal hour after the 10 o’clock news.
