LINDA C. IHESIABA
Queens Village
Summary
Transformational banking executive with over 25 years of leadership experience in driving retail banking performance, and operational excellence. Recognized for generating over $50 million in deposit growth and cultivating executive-level relationships, while managing portfolios exceeding $180 million. A strategic leader committed to developing high-performing teams and fostering community partnerships.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President | Branch Manager
DIME COMMERCIAL BANK
Brooklyn
11.2018 - Current
- Provide executive leadership for all aspects of branch performance, including strategic business development, commercial relationship management, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, financial performance, employee development, and community engagement.
- Lead a high-performing banking center managing approximately $180 million in deposits.
- Generated more than $50 million in new deposit growth through strategic business development, commercial relationship expansion, and community partnerships.
- Drove sustainable revenue growth through consultative relationship management and strategic market development, enhancing client engagement and satisfaction.
- Achieved recognition as a Top Five Producer at Dime Commercial Bank for 2025 year-end production, reflecting strong performance in revenue generation.
- Expanded commercial banking relationships with attorneys, nonprofits, municipalities, healthcare providers, educational institutions, faith-based organizations, and privately owned businesses, strengthening community ties and driving business growth.
- Develop, coach, and mentor high-performing banking professionals while building a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
- Represent the bank as a trusted community leader through financial literacy initiatives, executive networking, nonprofit partnerships, and civic engagement.
Managing Director | Branch Manager
STERLING NATIONAL BANK
Brooklyn
06.2015 - 10.2018
- Directed all aspects of retail banking operations, commercial relationship development, sales leadership, compliance, employee engagement, and financial performance.
- Managed a banking center overseeing $300 million in deposits, driving overall financial performance.
- Increased commercial and consumer banking relationships through strategic business development and proactive market expansion, enhancing market presence.
- Successfully led, coached, and developed a team of 28 banking professionals, consistently improving employee engagement, customer satisfaction, and operational performance.
- Cultivated strong relationships with business owners, attorneys, real estate professionals, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders to foster community engagement and business growth.
- Consistently exceeded sales, service, and operational objectives while maintaining exceptional regulatory compliance.
Vice President-Branch Manager
CITIBANK
Brooklyn
10.2011 - 06.2015
- Directed retail banking operations, fostering business development, leading employee teams, ensuring financial performance, maintaining regulatory compliance, and enhancing customer relationships.
- Managed daily operations and ensured compliance with banking regulations.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to enhance branch performance.
- Led staff training programs to improve service quality and efficiency.
Vice President-Branch Manager
HSBC BANK
Brooklyn
02.2006 - 10.2011
- Led branch operations and enhanced sales performance, customer experience, employee development, and growth of commercial relationships.
- Led branch operations to ensure compliance with banking regulations and policies.
- Managed team performance through regular coaching and feedback sessions.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance customer service and satisfaction levels.
Vice President-Branch Manager
JPMORGAN CHASE
Brooklyn
01.2000 - 02.2006
- Led branch operations, developed business strategies, managed sales, ensured compliance, coached employees, and fostered relationships to achieve strong financial performance, and high customer satisfaction.
- Led branch operations to ensure compliance with banking regulations and policies.
- Managed staff performance through regular coaching and feedback sessions.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance customer service and engagement initiatives.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Missouri State University
Graduate Certificate in Management -
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Executive leadership
- Banking strategy development
- Commercial banking operations
- Deposit growth initiatives
- Sales and revenue optimization
- Market expansion tactics
- Financial performance improvement
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
- Risk management frameworks
- Strategic planning capabilities
- Business development acumen
- Branch operations oversight
- Treasury management expertise
- Employee training initiatives
- Team performance coaching
- Change management strategies
- Community outreach initiatives
- Online banking solutions
- Executive relationship building
- Regional market leadership
Affiliations
- Chamber of Commerce
- Banking & Community Leadership Organizations
Honors Recognition
- Outstanding Leadership in Banking Award – Brooklyn Real Estate Board (2019)
- Businesswoman of the Year (2004)
- Woman of Power Award (2017)
- Brooklyn Power List Nominee (2026)
Executive Community Leadership
- Founder & Chief Executive Officer, African Women for A Better Tomorrow (AWBT)
- President & Chief Executive Officer, Jane Oyiridiya Madugba Education Foundation (JOMEF)
- Finance Committee Member & Trustee, Immaculate Conception Church
Executive Brand
Driving Growth. Building High-Performing Teams. Expanding Markets. Developing Leaders. Creating Lasting Client Relationships. Delivering Exceptional Banking Performance.
Personal Information
Title: VICE PRESIDENT | RETAIL BANKING EXECUTIVE | BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIST | COMMERCIAL RELATIONSHIP LEADER
Executive Expertise
- Executive Leadership
- Retail Banking Strategy
- Regional & Market Leadership
- Business Development
- Commercial Banking
- Deposit Growth Strategy
- Treasury Management
- Sales & Revenue Growth
- Executive Relationship Management
- Market Expansion
- Branch Operations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Management
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Performance
- Organizational Leadership
- Talent Development
- Executive Coaching
- Customer Experience
- Community Engagement
- Change Leadership
Executive Highlights
- 30+ Years of Progressive Banking Leadership
- Currently Lead a Retail Banking Center with Approximately $180 Million in Deposits
- Successfully Managed Deposit Portfolios of Approximately $300 Million
- Generated More Than $50 Million in New Deposit Growth through strategic business development, commercial relationship expansion, and community partnerships
- Ranked Among the Top Five Producers at Dime Commercial Bank for 2025 Year-End Production
- Successfully Recruited, Developed, and Led Teams of Up to 28 Banking Professionals
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Graduate Certificate in Management (GCM)
- Recipient of the Outstanding Leadership in Banking Award – Brooklyn Real Estate Board (2019)
Timeline
Vice President | Branch Manager
DIME COMMERCIAL BANK
11.2018 - Current
Managing Director | Branch Manager
STERLING NATIONAL BANK
06.2015 - 10.2018
Vice President-Branch Manager
CITIBANK
10.2011 - 06.2015
Vice President-Branch Manager
HSBC BANK
02.2006 - 10.2011
Vice President-Branch Manager
JPMORGAN CHASE
01.2000 - 02.2006
Master of Business Administration -
Missouri State University
Graduate Certificate in Management -
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix