Flat Branch BankSenior Lender/Consultant/Senior Credit Officer
Apr. 2023 - May. 2025Columbia, MOI was fundamental in the transition and purchase of Flat Branch Bank by new ownership and oversaw, setup, and created numerous new product lines and systems for loans, deposits, and policies. I served as the lynchpin in the lending process with the responsibility of solo approving the majority of loans and operating as the de facto chief credit officer/senior lender responsible for loan review, credit department functions, and documentation while also serving as the lead lending officer. The year-over-year results were an increase of nearly 3 times in the size of the loan portfolio while doubling the bank core deposits. The bank also maintained a Net Interest Margin of over 4% with no increase to classified assets or past dues. The experience of this opportunity was rewarding to me personally and professionally. I look to utilize my gained knowledge in my next venture with an eye to further evolve and develop personally and professionally myself and my future team.