Senior Executive Officer with progressive experience leading public (SEC registrant) banking companies. Proven record of developing and implementing financial and operational controls that improve profitability and competitively position the bank in the market. Combines strong leadership and governance strategy with superior team building and sales management skills, yielding positive results managing organizational change. Critical thinker, competent in quickly assessing and addressing needs and priorities. Effective leader who quickly earns respect and credibility across an organization and consistently demonstrates the highest level of integrity and ethics. CORE COMPETENCIES:  Leadership & Team Building.. .................... Financial & Strategic Planning  Investor Relations and SEC Compliance...  Merger & Acquisition Integration  Change/Turnaround Management............ Civic Leadership & Public Speaking  Performance Management & Coaching....  Risk Management and Optimization