Experience

SunTrust

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Business Banking Relationship Manager

  • 2005 - 2009

  South Carolina Business Banking Relationship Manager - Vice PresidentRecruited to facilitate the local implementation of the SunTrust operating model for the Business Banking line of business following the acquisition of Central Carolina Bank. Responsibilities included accountability for all Business Banking functions including education and team building, performance management, cross-line of business communication, and client development.Performance & Leadership Achievements Successful integration of a new operating model for Business Banking with an existing 10 branch bank network that encompassed 3 counties. Successfully built a portfolio that currently holds $14 million in loan outstandings and $6 million in deposits. Provided input and training related to the implementation of a new sales culture. Assisted with strategic planning and provided overall leadership to the market as member of the management team. Proactively developed cross-line of business partnerships to enhance overall region financial performance. Continued education with focus on credit underwriting, strategic business reviews and Cohen Brown sales training.



The South Financial Group

• Branch Manager & Small Business Banker

  • 2003 - 2005

  The South Financial Group - Anderson, South Carolina The South Financial Group is parent company for Carolina First Bank; a South Carolina based commercial bank headquartered in Greenville.Branch Manager & Small Business Banker – Carolina First Bank - Assistant Vice PresidentResponsibilities included oversight and management of all banking functions within a 2 branch network that encompassed consumer and small business banking as well as coordination of efforts with other lines of business such as: Investment Services, Mortgage Banking, Wealth Management, Merchant Services, and Treasury Solutions. Management & Leadership Achievements Managed day to day operations for 2 branches in the Anderson market with a combined deposit base of $65 million. Recognized as top loan producer out of 26 branches in the Upstate. Successfully implemented as part of inaugural team the Small Business Banking Pilot Program.  Led the branch network to perform consistently on a level with its peer group in larger markets. Strengthened customer service through management of staff, teambuilding and increased community involvement. Served as Merchant Services Specialist for the Upstate and Western North Carolina markets.



Swagelok

• United States
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Representative

  • 1998 - 2003

  Greenville Valve and Fitting Company is distributor for the Swagelok manufacturing company. Swagelok is a privately owned manufacturing and design company that is the leader in delivering the highest quality fluid system products and solutions. Managed over 200 accounts within a 5 county territory. Primary relationship contact for client base and increased sales volume through communication, education and integrity. Served as product specialist in multiple fields and was recognized as a member of Swagelok Senior Sales. Experience in coordinating setup and on floor interaction for trade shows, both on the local and national level.