Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Skills And Core Competencies
Leadership And Community Engagement
Previous Roles
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Benjamin Albright

Marion

Summary

Community-focused financial and business development professional with over 15 years of experience driving growth, building strong partnerships, and leading customer-focused initiatives in Marion County. Proven success in commercial lending, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. Active leader in local organizations and committed to fostering sustainable economic and workforce development through collaborative initiatives and resource alignment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Lender

Park National Bank
Marion
06.2022 - Current
  • Partner with business owners, developers, and community leaders to structure financing solutions that support commercial growth.
  • Promote awareness of lending resources through community outreach and networking with chambers, real estate professionals, and attorneys.
  • Monitor regional economic trends to assess lending risk and identify emerging business opportunities.
  • Manage a diverse loan portfolio focused on retention, expansion, and credit quality.
  • Serve as a financial resource to businesses navigating development or expansion initiatives.

Branch Manager

Richwood Bank
Marysville
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Led strategic efforts to grow branch business and community presence.
  • Built and maintained relationships with small business clients to align financial tools with growth goals.
  • Oversaw performance metrics and implemented improvements that elevated customer service and efficiency.
  • Supported local economic activities by strengthening partnerships with small business owners.

Personal Banker II

Fifth Third Bank
Marion
03.2019 - 06.2021
  • Delivered customized financial services tailored to customer and small business needs.
  • Generated new business through comprehensive financial assessments and strategic relationship development.
  • Contributed to long-term financial planning, enhancing client growth initiatives.
  • Met with customers to analyze financial needs and maximize sales opportunities.

Education

High School - College Preparatory Curriculum, English & Science

River Valley High School
Caledonia, OH
01.2009

Skills

  • Business Development & Strategic Partnerships
  • Financial Analysis & Lending Expertise
  • Community Engagement & Public Speaking
  • Economic & Workforce Development
  • Resource Coordination
  • Client Relations & Customer Experience
  • Public-Private Collaboration

Skills And Core Competencies

  • Business Development & Strategic Partnerships
  • Financial Analysis & Lending Expertise
  • Community Engagement & Public Speaking
  • Economic & Workforce Development
  • Grant Awareness & Resource Coordination
  • Client Relations & Customer Experience
  • Public-Private Collaboration
  • Market Research & Economic Trend Monitoring

Leadership And Community Engagement

  • Board Member, Marion Family YMCA
  • Treasurer, Marion Matters
  • Board of Education Member, River Valley Local Schools
  • CRA Housing Council Member, Marion County
  • Board Member, Marion Area Chamber of Commerce

Previous Roles

  • Relationship Banker II - Huntington National Bank
  • Store Manager - GoWireless (Verizon Retailer)
  • Inside Sales Rep - Cardinal Health
  • Sales Roles - Verizon Wireless, Petland

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Commercial Lender

Park National Bank
06.2022 - Current

Branch Manager

Richwood Bank
06.2021 - 06.2022

Personal Banker II

Fifth Third Bank
03.2019 - 06.2021

High School - College Preparatory Curriculum, English & Science

River Valley High School
Benjamin Albright