Russ Lewis
Loan Officer
Meridian,MS
Summary
Experienced and highly qualified loan officer, with expertise in processing and closing mortgage loans. Vast knowledge of finance and regulatory requirements. Over 25 years in branch management and general banking operations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Salesman
Woodstock Furniture
Meridian, MS
05.2021 - 01.2026
Carrier
United States Postal Service
Meridian, MS
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Sort and deliver mail
Maintenance
Regency Apartments
Meridian, MS
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Daily maintenance
Loan Officer
Eva Bank
Cullman, AL
09.2007 - 01.2019
- Loan officer, responsible for generating loans, ordering appraisals, title searches, flood determinations and closing.
- Generated over $1.2 loan volume in less than 6 months
Financial Service Advisor
BBVA Compass Bank
Cullman, AL
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Executed account openings, loan origination process and investments.
- Provided outstanding customer service.
Salesman
Timberline Homes
Cullman, AL
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Manufactured home sales.
- Assisted customers with obtaining financing for the home.
Branch Manager
Springleaf Financial
Meridian, MS
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Managed the day to day operations of the branch.
- Mentored other staff members to help them become more knowledgeable and effective in their jobs.
- Responsible lending and collecting.
Community Banking Officer
Pike National Bank
Brookhaven, MS
08.2014 - 10.2014
- Executed the loan operationally process, including ordering credit reports, appraisals, preliminary title reports, UCC searches, environmental reports, insurance information and flood certificates.
- Analyzed applicants financial status credit as well as property evaluation to determine feasibility of granting loans.
- Educated customer on variety of loan products and available credit options.
- Monitored more than 160 clients relationships per month.
Branch Manager
Regions Bank
Brookhaven, MS
05.2005 - 07.2014
- Maintained an operationally efficient and compliant branch.
- Conducted outside sales commensurate with market opportunity to generate new clients, while also maintaining and expanding existing consumer and business banking relationships.
- Kept branch in compliance with all bank policies, procedures and internal audits.
- Managed day to day operations of the branch.
Underwriter/Branch Manager/Vice President
Pike National Bank (Pikco Finance)
McComb, MS
09.2002 - 04.2005
- Supervised a staff of 10 Branch Managers for the local branch.
- Underwriter for the company's 10 branches.
Branch Manager
Personal Finance Corp.
08.1995 - 08.2002
- Managed the day to day operations of the branch, including staff mentoring.
- Responsible for lending, collecting, repossessions and bankruptcies.
Education
Banking and Finance - undefined
Meridian Community College
Banking and Finance - undefined
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Philadelphia High School
01.1986
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- People-oriented
- Outstanding time management skills
- Dependable
- Excels in team leadership
- Financial analysis and planning
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Complex problem solving
Personal Information
Title: Loan Officer
Timeline
Salesman
Woodstock Furniture
05.2021 - 01.2026
Carrier
United States Postal Service
01.2021 - 05.2021
Maintenance
Regency Apartments
01.2019 - 12.2020
Financial Service Advisor
BBVA Compass Bank
02.2017 - 09.2017
Salesman
Timberline Homes
11.2016 - 02.2017
Branch Manager
Springleaf Financial
01.2015 - 09.2016
Community Banking Officer
Pike National Bank
08.2014 - 10.2014
Loan Officer
Eva Bank
09.2007 - 01.2019
Branch Manager
Regions Bank
05.2005 - 07.2014
Underwriter/Branch Manager/Vice President
Pike National Bank (Pikco Finance)
09.2002 - 04.2005
Branch Manager
Personal Finance Corp.
08.1995 - 08.2002
Banking and Finance - undefined
Meridian Community College
Banking and Finance - undefined
Hinds Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Philadelphia High School