With a team of nearly 10,000 and a seat at the table for systems change, Scott Vanderpool, President of Bank of America, Phoenix, shares his philosophy on leadership, community investment, and why great leaders start with curiosity and purpose.

While building a booming business in Colorado, Scott Vanderpool hit a personal crossroads. A snowstorm, a flat tire, and a call from his wife reminded him that real leadership starts at home.

Bank of America’s Scott Vanderpool shares a powerful leadership lesson: nothing is inherently good or bad—it just is. True leadership, he says, lies in how we choose to respond when challenges arise unexpectedly.

Bank of America’s Scott Vanderpool shares his surprising leadership inspiration: The Office. From Michael Scott’s cringeworthy moments to Survivor Man’s silent truths, he sees real-world office dynamics reflected in every episode.