RENEE SMITH-LABARGE
Marion,IA
Summary
Executive with over 25 years of expertise in sales strategy and business development within banking and non-profit sectors. Demonstrated success in revenue generation, pipeline enhancement, and market growth through effective portfolio management and vendor negotiations. Proficient in consultative selling and engaging with executives, driving stakeholder alignment to meet strategic objectives while ensuring fiscal responsibility and risk management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Financial Officer
SYSTEMS UNLIMITED, INC.
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Positioned a $30M+ organization for sustainable growth by aligning financial strategy, reserves, and payment systems to support new opportunities.
- Improved executive decision-making with a strategic budgeting process.
- Strengthened governance and stakeholder confidence by advising the board on risk, partnerships, and long-term strategy.
First Vice President | Credit Card Services Manager
MIDWESTONE BANK
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Increased net income 21% for three consecutive years on a $55M portfolio by advising executives and guiding performance alignment.
- Generated $2.3M in new loans by expanding client relationships and leading sales initiatives.
- Improved profitability and service for 7,000+ clients by negotiating with processors and networks.
- Cut operational losses 58% by guiding cross-functional leaders through risk and process redesign.
Vice President | Treasury Management Market Manager
MIDWESTONE BANK
10.2013 - 10.2020
- Delivered $45M+ in new deposits annually by acquiring and expanding C-suite client relationships.
- Achieved 20% YoY client adoption increase by launching vendor-enabled treasury solutions.
- Retained mid- to large-scale clients during two $1B+ acquisitions by directing treasury integration strategies.
Progressed to First Vice President
LINCOLN SAVINGS BANK
02.2000 - 10.2013
- Delivered 2% net interest margin improvement by guiding leadership on pricing strategies.
- Reduced account-opening time by 60% through streamlined onboarding across sales and support teams.
- Built scalable deposit and card programs by aligning stakeholders and vendors to support organizational growth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations & Communications
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA
CEDAR FALLS, IASkills
- Sales & Business Development
- Revenue Growth & Market Expansion
- Client Acquisition & Retention
- Strategic Partnerships & Negotiation
- Payments & Credit Card Management
- Treasury & Deposit Growth
- Forecasting & Risk Management
- Vendor & Contract Management
- Executive & Board Advisory
- Mergers and acquisitions experience
Timeline
Chief Financial Officer
SYSTEMS UNLIMITED, INC.
06.2024 - 08.2025
First Vice President | Credit Card Services Manager
MIDWESTONE BANK
10.2020 - 06.2024
Vice President | Treasury Management Market Manager
MIDWESTONE BANK
10.2013 - 10.2020
Progressed to First Vice President
LINCOLN SAVINGS BANK
02.2000 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations & Communications
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN IOWA