Gerardo Fabian Vasquez
Freehold
Summary
Results-driven Branch Manager with six years of experience in consumer, small business, and business banking, financial services, and team leadership, driving branch growth, ensuring compliance, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Strong expertise in sales, operations, risk management, and employee development, and retention. Passionate about developing high-performing teams and optimizing financial performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Banking Branch Manager/ VP
Wells Fargo
03.2021 - Current
- Enhanced branch profitability by managing and motivating team members for optimal performance.
- customer relationships through focused outreach strategies.
- Strengthened client rapport to better meet financial needs and increase loyalty.
- Set priorities and goals by effectively delegating tasks to staff.
- Maintained operational efficiency and quality standards through diligent oversight of daily activities.
- Hired skilled candidates to strengthen team dynamics and capabilities.
- Provided regular performance reviews, delivering feedback and coaching for continuous improvement.
- Designed training programs aimed at improving employee effectiveness in key areas.
Relationship Banker
Wells Fargo
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Delivered exceptional service and follow-up to prioritize customer satisfaction.
- Acquired comprehensive product and Online Services knowledge to enhance client support.
- Prepared for meetings by pre-calling customers to clarify objectives and review accounts.
- Owned and documented all customer complaints, ensuring adherence to policy for risk reduction.
Assistant Manager
Tire World & Auto Center
Freehold
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Executed thorough opening, closing, and shift change operations to ensure consistent standards.
- Assigned responsibilities and monitored project personnel performance for efficiency.
- Collaborated with management in crafting strategic plans to meet organizational objectives.
- Recruited and trained new hires to accurately fulfill job roles.
- Offered mentorship and support to junior staff on tasks and project goals.
Finance Manager
Group1Auto-South Pointe Honda, Honda of Freehold
Oklahoma OK, Freehold NJ
03.2013 - 12.2017
- Promoted finance products to customers and sales force, enhancing market penetration.
- Approved financing applications, closed sales contracts, and cross-sold insurance while ensuring legal compliance.
- Developed strategies for fund procurement from banks and financial institutions.
- Analyzed financial data to optimize resource utilization.
- Negotiated favorable terms with banks and financial institutions to secure financing.
Education
BBA - finance
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05.2018
Associates - Applied Sciences
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ05.2014
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Team development
- Risk analysis
- Schedule management
- Conflict negotiation and resolution
- Analytical problem-solving
- Self-driven motivation
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- Securities Licenses (Series 6 and 63)
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Regional Banking Branch Manager/ VP
Wells Fargo
03.2021 - Current
Relationship Banker
Wells Fargo
01.2019 - 03.2021
Assistant Manager
Tire World & Auto Center
06.2018 - 01.2019
Finance Manager
Group1Auto-South Pointe Honda, Honda of Freehold
03.2013 - 12.2017
BBA - finance
University of Oklahoma
Associates - Applied Sciences
Brookdale Community College