About Dr. Rogers

Dr. Gilbert Rogers brings more than 15 years of experience spanning higher education, financial services and community engagement to his current role as Vice President, Financial Education and Wellness at Huntington National Bank. He’s passionate about leading enterprise-wide financial education initiatives focused on helping individuals and communities improve their financial well-being.

Before joining Huntington, Rogers served as Director of Financial Well-Being at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and continues his work there as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Finance at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School. Additionally, Rogers launched financial wellness initiatives at other institutions including the University of Oregon and the University of Tulsa, developing scalable models that integrate education, coaching, strategic partnerships and assessment.

Rogers is recognized for creating innovative programs that connect financial education to the specific needs of diverse audiences. He has been a leader in developing specialized financial education for college student-athletes, addressing topics such as budgeting, credit, saving, investing and navigating Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) opportunities. His peer financial education and coaching model has attracted interest from institutions across the country seeking to strengthen student and community financial well-being.

A frequent speaker at national conferences and industry events, Rogers is known for translating research and complex financial topics into practical, actionable insights. Prior to his work in higher education and banking, he led training and policy initiatives for financial counselors within the Army’s Transition Assistance Program while supporting more than 2,000 servicemembers and their families through financial counseling and education.

Rogers holds a Doctor of Education from Spalding University, where his research examined the relationship between socioeconomic factors and financial literacy. He earned a Master of Science from the University of Southern Mississippi and a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Financial Planning from Western Kentucky University. He remains actively involved in professional and community organizations dedicated to advancing financial well-being and economic empowerment.

A mission to empower financial futures

“From college campuses and military installations to community organizations and financial institutions, my career has centered on one mission: helping people gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to make informed financial decisions and create greater opportunities for themselves and their families.”

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