Arvest Bank's hiring freeze didn't deter Larry Wheaton when he graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1991 with a degree in administrative management. He was determined to work for the bank. So, he applied every week.
"I saw the same person every week for three months because back then it wasn't online," he said. "You actually showed up. So, when the position opened up, they said, 'Come on in. It's yours.'"
Wheaton started with Arvest Bank in 1991 fixing ATM machines. His subsequent roles included data entry, new accounts and loans, and branch manager. He was promoted to senior vice president and branch administrator in 2003. The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal named him to the Forty Under 40 class in 2007.
Originally from Harrison, Wheaton said relationships have been key to his career.
"It's been a great fit, because I like working with people," he said. "So many times, people think banking is all about numbers, but in reality, it's all about people. That's been something I've enjoyed throughout my career -- working with people and helping them with different challenges."
Wheaton's guiding career philosophy is the golden rule.
"Treat people the way you want to be...
Source: https://talkbusiness.net/2026/02/then-now-wheatons-relationships-are-key-to-career-at-arvest-bank/
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