The Houston-based institution Agility Bank, N.A. has named Melodie Harris as its interim president. The announcement was made on 8 April 2026 as the bank begins its formal search for a new chief executive officer. Harris is currently the Chief Operating Officer at the bank and will continue to hold that position alongside her new presidential duties.
Harris has over 35 years of experience in the banking industry. During her two years at Agility Bank, she has focused on making bank operations more efficient. She has also worked with various department heads to carry out the daily goals of the business. Her appointment follows the departure of Rodney Nabors, who had held the role of president since August 2023.
Edna Meyer-Nelson, the chairwoman of the Agility board of directors, spoke about the decision to appoint Harris. She said, “Melodie has been with our women-owned bank for two years and has been a crucial member of the leadership team during a very strategic growth period. Her alignment with our vision and leadership of our people make her the right choice to serve as interim president as we take the time to identify a CEO who can help us sustain our momentum. Having Melodie in this role is a big win for the bank.”
The leadership change comes at a time of strategic growth for the women-owned bank. The board is looking for a permanent leader who can maintain the progress made since the bank was founded. Regarding the outgoing president, Meyer-Nelson added, “We are thankful to Rodney for his service during the early days of our bank. He served our customers and shareholders, and we wish him well in his future endeavors.”
As interim president, Harris will be responsible for leading the staff and ensuring the bank meets its targets while the board conducts its executive search. The bank has not provided a specific timeline for when a permanent CEO will be appointed. For now, the focus remains on operational stability and serving the bank’s shareholders and clients. Harris is expected to use her extensive background to manage the transition smoothly. This move ensures that the leadership team remains strong while the search for a permanent successor continues in the background.
