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Tamar Kerdzaia

Fort Lee,New Jersey

Summary

Client-focused banking and relationship management professional with 10+ years of experience across private banking, commercial banking, and client advisory roles. Proven ability to manage high-net-worth (HNW), VIP, and SMB client portfolios, deliver tailored banking and lending solutions, and build long-term trusted relationships. Strong background in client service excellence, compliance, risk awareness, and cross-functional collaboration within fast-paced, regulated financial environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

SMB Manager

Bank of Georgia
Tbilisi, Georgia
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Managed a portfolio of small and medium-sized business clients, providing banking, lending, and credit solutions
  • Built and maintained long-term client relationships, supporting portfolio growth
  • Structured business loans and credit facilities in line with internal policies
  • Led and supported relationship managers while ensuring compliance standards

SOLO Branch Manager (Private Banking)

Bank of Georgia
Tbilisi, Georgia
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Managed high-net-worth and VIP client relationships end-to-end
  • Delivered private banking solutions including investments, deposits, and lending
  • Acted as primary client contact, increasing client retention and engagement

Project Manager

Bank of Georgia
Tbilisi, Georgia
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Led strategic transformation initiatives in partnership with McKinsey & Company
  • Managed timelines, deliverables, and executive reporting
  • Supported process improvements, KYC analysis, and client journey redesign

Client Service Associate

Cartu Bank
Tbilisi, Georgia
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Assisted clients with account inquiries and documentation
  • Coordinated transaction processing and service requests
  • Supported client onboarding and internal communications

Education

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Henley Business School
United Kingdom
09-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Business and Management

Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, UK
06-2013

High School Diploma -

Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, UK
06-2010

Skills

  • Client & Relationship Management
  • High-Net-Worth (HNW) & VIP Clients
  • Banking & Lending Solutions
  • Portfolio Growth & Retention
  • Client Reviews & Needs Analysis
  • Compliance & Risk Awareness
  • Cross-Functional Coordination
  • Process Improvement
  • MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Languages

English
Russian
Georgian

Leadership And Entrepreneurial Experience

  • La Clinique Aesthetic Medical Center, Founder & CEO, Full Time, 2016-01-01, 2023-01-01, Founded and scaled a multi-location medical aesthetics business, Oversaw operations, finance, HR, marketing, and vendor relationships, Increased client acquisition by over 60% through strategic initiatives
  • SPA International Academy, Founder & CEO, Full Time, 2025-01-01, Present, Founded an international vocational education institution, Developed accredited training programs aligned with international standards
  • Paprika Spices Company, CMO & Co-Founder, Full Time, 2021-01-01, Present, Co-founded a premium consumer brand expanding into European markets, Led branding and marketing strategy, achieving 40% revenue growth
  • Women Empowerment Hub, Founder & CEO, Full Time, 2020-01-01, Present, Founded an organization focused on women’s economic empowerment

Early Career Experience

  • Ministry of Refugees and Accommodation of Georgia, Project Manager, Part Time, 2016-01-01, 2017-01-01, Managed public information campaigns and donor-funded initiatives, Coordinated PR activities, events, and stakeholder engagement
  • EYOF Tbilisi 2015 – European Youth Olympic Festival, Head of Administration, Full Time, 2013-01-01, 2015-01-01, Led administration and volunteer operations for an international event, Coordinated cross-department teams and senior committee reporting

Timeline

SMB Manager

Bank of Georgia
01.2021 - 01.2023

SOLO Branch Manager (Private Banking)

Bank of Georgia
01.2019 - 01.2021

Project Manager

Bank of Georgia
01.2018 - 01.2019

Client Service Associate

Cartu Bank
01.2013 - 01.2014

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Henley Business School

Bachelor of Arts - Business and Management

Oxford Brookes University

High School Diploma -

Oxford Brookes University
Tamar Kerdzaia