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Senior Credit Officer | Commercial Banking Leader | Credit Risk Management ExpertWith over 20 years of experience in commercial banking, I specialize in credit risk management, commercial lending, and team leadership. My goal is to improve credit quality, enhance departmental efficiency, and drive sustainable growth.As a Senior Credit Officer and SVP at Peoples Security Bank & Trust, I lead a team responsible for the bank’s commercial credit underwriting. I have implemented processes to improve efficiency, accuracy and career development.Previously, I was a CRE Business Services Officer and Portfolio Manager at BB&T, where I analyzed and structured complex CRE deals and mentored junior underwriters through the merger process. My role involved managing a large CRE loan portfolio and guiding relationship managers in credit risk identification.At National Penn Bank, I held roles including CRE Relationship Manager, Loan Review Officer, and Senior Credit Analyst. I managed a substantial CRE portfolio and mentored junior analysts to improve risk grading accuracy.I have an MBA with a Finance concentration from DeSales University and a Bachelor of Arts from Moravian College.I believe in empowering teams through career development, 1 on 1 coaching and continuous learning to support a strong credit culture. My approach to credit risk management is proactive and data-driven, ensuring the protection and growth of the bank’s assets.Outside of work, I am a father of five small children and active in the community. I coach their baseball and basketball teams and serve as a Cub Scout leader.As a professional, I am committed to utilizing my diverse expertise in commercial banking to drive operational excellence and growth. Let’s connect and explore opportunities in the financial industry.

Listed skills include Commercial Real Estate and Banking.