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Tyler McDermott

Cedar Rapids

Summary

Dynamic operations leader with extensive experience at GreatAmerica Financial Services, excelling in strategic planning and risk management. Proven track record in enhancing portfolio performance and implementing process improvements. Skilled in team leadership and critical thinking, driving efficiency and fostering strong relationships to achieve organizational goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President, Operations, CTG

GreatAmerica Financial Services
04.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for overall risk management within the Connected Technology Business Unit, including risk-based decisions, and portfolio performance.
  • Provide input into the overall strategic direction of the Business Unit, including participating in strategic planning sessions annually and quarterly to set the strategic direction.
  • Lead and participate in quarterly 'Action Plans,' which are strategic plans aligned with attempting to achieve annual goals.
  • Create and implement process improvements to support the daily workflow of the business unit.
  • Leadership of the team leaders within the business unit.
  • Work closely with sales to develop and implement mutually rewarding programs for our customers and GreatAmerica.

Director, Operations, CTG

GreatAmerica Financial Services
07.2018 - 04.2022
  • Participated in a Companywide Strategic Initiative to implement a new front end originations platform.
  • Made recommendations to the VP of Operations and the Chief Risk Officer on program requests in conjunction with our sales team.
  • Implemented process changes to increase efficiency in the daily workflow.

Credit Analyst, Team Leader

GreatAmerica Financial
05.2016 - 07.2018
  • Assessed credit risk and analyzed financial statements.
  • Lead a team of between 15-20 cross functional finance professionals, including goal setting, performance management, and performance reviews.

Education

BBA - Finance

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
12-2012

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Relationship building
  • Decision-making
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Planning
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Project Management
  • Negotiation Experience
  • Performance monitoring

Timeline

Vice President, Operations, CTG

GreatAmerica Financial Services
04.2022 - Current

Director, Operations, CTG

GreatAmerica Financial Services
07.2018 - 04.2022

Credit Analyst, Team Leader

GreatAmerica Financial
05.2016 - 07.2018

BBA - Finance

University of Iowa

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