A seasoned retail banking manager for over 40 years at a Vice President level with regional, area, and main branch manager roles in key markets for California and Nevada with Bank of America, First Nationwide (aka California Federal Bank), Citibank, Bank of Walnut Creek, First Republic Bank, Santa Barbara Bank and Trust, Bank of the West. Experience with high profile Fortune 500 clients, successful Commercial /Wealth Banking Officer, including the Agricultural sector in the Salinas Valley. I have had key roles during mergers and acquistion, along with integration strategies to assimilate staff and operating process that reguired setting high priorities and meeting critical timelines. Consistent results have earned "Circle Of Excellence" and "Presidents Club" recognition numberous times, also being awarded attendance to the Pacific Coast Banking School. Most recently held an advisory position with the School of Business at San Jose State, conducting business symposiums and support of grants. I have had the privledge to represent my employers at many non-profit and public organizations to build brand and community relations. Over four decades have lead teams in support of March of Dimes, United Way, Xmas in April, YMCA, Youth Employment Programs, Future Farmers of America and Habit for Humanity. I have also been a guest to discuss the state of Business Banking and Credit coming out of the recent recesssion that was taped for TV several times and aired to the Silicon Valley. I gained a reputation for "opening doors" with Commercial & Business prospects not achieved in the 25 year history of the bank.
Listed skills include Banking, Commercial Banking, Loans, Credit, and 14 others.