2024 – Present
Growing up on a cattle ranch in Hulett, Wyoming instilled values of hard work and dedication early in Don Morgan’s life. He took up the family tradition of rodeoing at a young age, coming from a long line of ropers, eventually joining the professional ranks of rodeo from 2007-2012.
The rodeo team at the University of Wyoming is where Don met his future wife, Shanda. He followed her back to North Dakota in 2000. Shanda grew up on the Black Leg Ranch in McKenzie, North Dakota, and they both remain active on the ranch today. Black Leg is award-winning for its work in regenerative agriculture practices and for stacking enterprises like outfitting, wedding venues, ranch-to-market products and corporate events.
Don Morgan’s banking career began in 2001 as a credit review analyst. He credits his first boss, Dave Hoekstra, with teaching him about real banking, risk management, credit practices, strategy and corporate politics. Prior to him taking on the role of Bank of North Dakota’s president and chief executive officer on August 1, 2024, he rose through the ranks of the banking industry, serving as a market president, vice president of credit administration, chief credit officer, chief financial officer and chief executive officer of a North Dakota bank.
A certified public accountant, Don received a bachelor’s degrees in finance and accounting from the University of Wyoming in 2001 and a master’s degree in accounting from the University of Phoenix in 2009. He has volunteered for Make-A Wish, Mandan Saddle Club, 4-H, Future Farmers of America and High School Rodeo.
Don is a father of four children and a business owner with his wife, Shanda. He enjoys family rodeo, hunting, fishing and volunteer activities.
