Woody Lofton
Albany,GA
Summary
Highly motivated, adaptable, and performance-driven professional with strong leadership, communication, and operational experience across financial services and higher education. Experienced in relationship building, recruiting support, scheduling coordination, and performance-driven environments. Strong foundation in P&L awareness, business operations, and team leadership. Seeking to advance through the Top Gun Program into an Operating Director role. Open to relocation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Assistant Branch Manager
Republic Finance
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Supported daily branch operations including customer service, lending processes, and compliance requirements, assisting with approximately $10m loan portfolio.
- Assisted in managing branch performance, contributing to sales goals and helping exceed targets by approximately 15%.
- Built and maintained customer relationships, serving 50+ clients per week and identifying tailored financial solutions.
- Floated between 5+ branches, quickly adapting to different teams, systems, and leadership styles while maintaining performance standards.
- Supported scheduling, workflow coordination, and frontline employee development, improving operational efficiency across multiple branches with teams of 3-5+ employees.
Graduate Teaching & Research Assistant
University Of Georgia
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted faculty with instructional delivery, grading, and student support for classes assisting 75+ students per semester.
- Conducted research support including data collection, analysis, and organization across 50+ academic projects and datasets.
- Managed grading and feedback for approximately 50+ assignments/exams per semester while meeting strict academic deadlines.
- Held office hours and provided academic guidance, improving student performance and engagement across for 75+ students.
- Developed strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills through teaching, mentoring, and classroom management responsibilities.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Albany State University
Albany, GA12-2026
Master of Arts - Master of Journalism & Mass Communication
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Visual And Performing Arts
Albany State University
Albany, GA05-2022
Skills
- Office Operations Management
- Leadership & Team Supervision
- Recruiting & Staffing Support
- Scheduling Coordination
- P&L Awareness & KPI Tracking
- Relationship Building (Clients & Referral Sources)
- Communication & Problem Solving
- Adaptability, Grit & Fast Learning
Internships
Photojournalist | Oglethorpe Echo | August 2023 - August 2024
- Managed end-to-end content production including planning, shooting, editing, and client delivery for 20+ projects/events, consistently meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality visual standards and strong client satisfaction.
The Walt Disney Company | Photographer and Guest Experience | May 2022 - August 2022
- Delivered high-quality guest service for 100+ guests daily in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, resolving concerns, supporting daily operations, and contributing to a positive experience through teamwork, adaptability, and strong communication.
Timeline
Graduate Teaching & Research Assistant
University Of Georgia
08.2023 - 05.2025
Senior Assistant Branch Manager
Republic Finance
08.2022 - 08.2025
MBA - Business Administration
Albany State University
Master of Arts - Master of Journalism & Mass Communication
University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts - Visual And Performing Arts
Albany State University