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Chief Lending Officer

The Chief Lending Officer is a highly motivated, high-energy professional who is responsible for management, long-term strategic development and optimization of all commercial banking functions and ancillary products. Primary responsibility for commercial business development, loan portfolio growth and quality of loans in the bank’s portfolio, relationship building, set the direction of the loan production, deposit growth and fee generation. Responsibilities include aiding in development and implementation of appropriate loan policy and procedures, providing guidance, direction and mentoring to all members of the Commercial and Consumer Lending group. Manages a lending team of 20 to 25 loan officers and oversee the credit department, loan review, documentation and loan analysis. The Chief Lending Officer will ensure the overall soundness and profitability of the commercial loan portfolio by identifying and implementing long-term strategies including portfolio mix, growth strategies and market penetration objectives, confirming accuracy of risk ratings and identification of portfolio weaknesses. As a member of the Bank’s Leadership Team, the Chief Lending Officer contributes to the performance of the bank by being an active advisor, leader and motivator.