Steven Brimo
Miami,Fla.
Summary
Banking executive with over 40 years of experience in financial services and corporate finance. Proven track record in driving deposit and loan growth, enhancing branch performance, and developing high-performing teams. Expertise in retail banking, strategic planning, and P&L management, with a focus on customer relationship management. Held senior roles at BankUnited, managing 32 branches and over $1B in deposits, and previously served as CFO at IATECO and COO at Accion International, Inc. Energetic Producing Market leader successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to company's success.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Producing Market Leader
BankUnited
Miami Lakes, FL
05.2013 - 09.2024
- Responsible for deposit, loan, and fee income growth across three branches in Miami Lakes, Hialeah, and North Miami.
SVP, Retail Sales & Service Manager
BankUnited
Miami-Dade County, FL
07.2010 - 05.2013
- Oversaw retail branch network (32 offices) in Miami-Dade County.
- Directed business development, profitability, customer service, and strategic planning.
SVP, Regional Manager
BankUnited
Miami, FL
05.2006 - 07.2010
- Managed 13 financial centers with 75+ employees and $1B in deposits.
- Focused on sales, operations, and team performance.
VP, Branch Manager
BankUnited
Miami Lakes, FL
04.2004 - 05.2006
- Opened and led 'de novo' branch in Miami Lakes.
- Awarded Retail Branch of the Year (2005).
Chief Financial Officer
Inter American Technologies Co. (IATECO)
Hialeah, FL
09.1997 - 04.2004
- Led capital financing, international credit enhancement, and treasury operations.
- Facilitated $3M Industrial Revenue Bond and structured synthetic lease for corporate jet.
Chief Operating Officer
Accion International, Inc.
Doral, FL
11.1991 - 09.1997
- Managed financial operations for multinational consumer electronics wholesaler.
- Negotiated international financing and oversaw treasury functions.
VP, Branch Manager
Capital Bank, N.A.
Miami, FL
04.1985 - 10.1991
- Directed operations of Kendall, Coconut Grove, and Cutler Ridge branches.
- Increased deposits from $12M to $22M and generated $6M in commercial loans.
Vice President
The Bank of Miami
Dade County, FL
04.1978 - 04.1985
- Opened Miami Lakes Country Club branch and managed operations following FDIC acquisition.
- Developed loan auditing processes to enhance compliance and accuracy.
- Oversaw credit reviews to assess risk and ensure quality lending standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BS - Finance, General
Florida International University
other01.1983
Skills
- Retail Banking & Branch Operations
- Deposit & Loan Growth Strategy
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- P&L and Budget Management
- Treasury & Capital Markets
- International Finance & Trade Credit
- CRM & Client Relationship Management
- Performance Management & Coaching
- Credit Risk & Consumer Lending
- Financial analysis
- Business development
- Sales strategy
- Risk assessment
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Performance management
- Operational efficiency
- Strategic planning
- Employee training
- Market research
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Project management
- Motivating teams
- Line management
- Talent development
- Team building
- Quality assurance controls
- Process improvement
- Coaching
- Recruitment and hiring
- Stakeholder engagement
- Incidents management
- Expense control
- KPI development
- Relationship building
- Goal setting
- Visionary thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Public speaking
- Financial acumen
- Coaching and mentoring
- Documentation and reporting
- Attention to detail
- Goal oriented
- Decision-making
- Complex Problem-solving
- Processes and procedures
- Employee motivation
- Verbal and written communication
- Training and mentoring
- Negotiation
- Project planning
- Staff development
- Expectation setting
- Analytical thinking
- Staff management
- Priority management
Certification
Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIMBANK), Certificate of Completion: Products and Services Training Program, 05/89
Projects
BankUnited Retail Fast Track Management Training Program, 01/05 - 01/07, At the request of Bank United’s Executive Management I developed, implemented, and managed this annual training program for 2 years with the goal of developing recent college graduates as Retail Branch Managers for placement within the bank’s expanding branch network.
References
References furnished upon request.
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
- Town of Miami Lakes Economic Development Committee Jan 2018-Sept 2024
- Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce- Trustee Member Jan 2018-Sept 2024
- Rotary Club of Miami Lakes-President 2006-2007
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home option4-day work weekWork Availability
monday
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Producing Market Leader
BankUnited
05.2013 - 09.2024
SVP, Retail Sales & Service Manager
BankUnited
07.2010 - 05.2013
SVP, Regional Manager
BankUnited
05.2006 - 07.2010
VP, Branch Manager
BankUnited
04.2004 - 05.2006
Chief Financial Officer
Inter American Technologies Co. (IATECO)
09.1997 - 04.2004
Chief Operating Officer
Accion International, Inc.
11.1991 - 09.1997
VP, Branch Manager
Capital Bank, N.A.
04.1985 - 10.1991
Vice President
The Bank of Miami
04.1978 - 04.1985
Bachelor of Science - BS - Finance, General
Florida International University
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