What I Bring to the Boardroom
An operator's perspective, a builder's instinct, and a Chairman's discipline — Devin Listerman brings a rare combination of front-line execution experience and board-level governance to every seat he holds.
Serving as Board Chairman at FCN Bank, partnering directly with the CEO on cultural transformation, strategic planning, and execution oversight. Responsible for driving accountability frameworks, technology adoption, and long-term value creation for shareholders and the communities FCN serves.
Operational Depth
Having managed P&Ls from $40M to $450M, led 750-person organizations, and built branch networks from scratch, I bring a ground-level understanding of what it takes to execute strategy — not just set it.
Growth Catalyst
My career is defined by turning around underperforming sales organizations and building scalable growth engines. I ask the right questions about go-to-market strategy, sales productivity, and customer retention.
Talent & Culture Lens
Organizational health is a board-level issue. I bring deep experience in hiring, onboarding, compensation design, and cultural transformation — and I know how to read whether management has the right team in place.
PE & Private Company Experience
Having worked within KKR-owned and PE-backed organizations, I understand the expectations, reporting cadence, and value-creation orientation that private equity boards require.
I believe the most valuable board members are those who have actually built and run businesses — who have hired and fired, managed through downturns, and been accountable for a P&L. That experience creates a different quality of oversight.
My approach to governance is collaborative and candid. I partner closely with management rather than second-guessing from a distance. I ask hard questions about strategy, talent, and execution — and I expect honest answers.
I am particularly well-suited to boards where the agenda includes growth acceleration, operational improvement, sales force effectiveness, or post-acquisition integration — areas where my career has been spent.
Private Equity-Backed Companies
Mid-market PE-backed businesses in services, distribution, or B2B sectors where operational expertise and growth acceleration are board priorities.
Privately Held & Family Businesses
Founder-led or family-owned companies seeking independent board perspective on strategy, talent, and professionalization of operations.
Community Banks & Financial Institutions
Building on my FCN Bank experience, open to additional community bank or regional financial institution board roles.
Nonprofit Organizations
Mission-driven nonprofits where operational discipline, fundraising strategy, and organizational effectiveness can create lasting community impact.
Let's Start a Conversation
If you're seeking a board member who brings operational credibility, growth expertise, and a genuine commitment to long-term value creation, I'd welcome the opportunity to connect.