Lead a team of ten lenders representing the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. Total credit portfolio within region is $700MM.Duties include sales, credit structuring, and credit administration of the mid market retail loan segment. Sales, new credit development, credit structuring and overall credit quality is utmost focus. Distressed, workout, and collections remain within the scope of ongoing duties. Human Resource responsibilities include leading a diverse team of ten lenders and five appraisal staff. Engagement, career development, and coaching of the team is a prominent focus.

Leader of a team of ten lenders, ten financial service providers, and five operational teammates. Facilitated the growth of a diverse lending portfolio within a branch consisting of small, mid market, large agribusiness, and syndicated relationships. Results included portfolio loan growth of $300MM and financial services revenue growth of $1MM over the course of six years. Direct responsibilities within the credit portfolio was the oversight, structuring, and underwriting of various sized credit facilities. Further duties included all credit administration, distressed credit work outs, and collections. Accountable for the direct provision of all human resources of the 25 person branch team. Duties include coaching, supporting, and directing the branch team to meet the goals of the organization. Strong focus on staff engagement, training, and overall career development of the entire team remained forefront in all decisions.