Christopher Williston is the President and CEO of the Independent Bankers Association of Texas, the largest state association dedicated exclusively to community bank advocacy. Prior to leading IBAT as President and CEO, Christopher served the association for nine years in numerous roles, including Chief Operations Officer.
Christopher has been recognized for his service to the association industry. He is a Past Chairman of the Texas Society of Association Executives, an organization that also honored him with its Young Professional Leadership Award and Chairman’s Award.
He is a graduate proud Horned Frog — a graduate of both TCU and Brite Divinity School at TCU. He and his wife Michelle live in the Austin area and have six children.