Gaye Spears-Madison
Missouri City,TX
Summary
Dynamic Business Opportunity Specialist with the U.S. Small Business Administration, skilled in data analysis and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in training and supervising teams, enhancing operational efficiency, and managing complex loan processes. Adept at problem-solving and driving results, ensuring successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Opportunity Specialist
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) HQ
Houston, TX
01.1993 - 06.2025
- Conducted comprehensive research, compiling data for trend analysis and preparation of statistical reports.
- Provided nationwide training on small business regulations, including reviewing financial statements, lending, marketing, and eligibility and reporting requirements for various federal small business programs.
- Supervised staff in the absence of the manager. Provided oversight of over 130 contractors in the office's portfolio. Decision maker for complex business topics, including contract selection and award.
Loan Specialist
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Houston, TX
06.2001 - 08.2001
- Reviewed assigned loan files and determined if the package was ready for closing.
- Completed loan origination, servicing action requests, and monthly reports.
- Monitored construction loans by reviewing contracts, processing draws, and maintaining the lien portfolio.
- Acted as the Primary Point of Contact (PPOC) for internal and external customers on loan processes and files.
- Coordinated closings with title companies, attorneys, brokers, and communicated procedures, responsibilities, exceptions, and endorsements.
- Performed on-site collateral inspections, in-house audits, and reviewed financials to determine applicants' repayment ability.
Education
BBA - Accounting And Finance
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX12-1992
Skills
- Data and financial analysis
- Loan processing and contract management
- Regulatory compliance and monitoring
- Employee training and development
- Problem solving and trend analysis
- Project and time management
Certification
- Federal Acquisition Certification - Contracting
Accomplishments
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
- Houston Federal Executive Board
- Sugar Creek Baptist Church Student Volunteer
- Parent Volunteer - Stafford Municipal School District
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Loan Specialist
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
06.2001 - 08.2001
Business Opportunity Specialist
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) HQ
01.1993 - 06.2025
BBA - Accounting And Finance
Texas Southern University
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