Pamela Bennett
About Pamela Bennett
Pamela Bennett serves as the VP Manager of the SBA PPP Team at City National Bank, bringing extensive experience in loan management and operations from various financial institutions. She has developed strong analytical skills and a commitment to ethics throughout her career in the banking sector.
Current Role at City National Bank
Pamela Bennett serves as the VP Manager of the SBA PPP Team at City National Bank, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees the management of the Small Business Administration Paycheck Protection Program, ensuring compliance and efficiency in loan processes. Her responsibilities include leading a team to support small businesses in securing financial assistance, demonstrating her commitment to fostering economic growth.
Previous Experience in Loan Management
Before her current role, Pamela Bennett worked at the U.S. Small Business Administration as an SBA PPP Loan Specialist Manager for three months in 2021. She also held the position of Loan Review Specialist Manager at Highlight Technologies from 2020 to 2021. Her previous experience includes serving as a Commercial Portfolio Manager - Analyst at Paragon Bank from 2015 to 2017 and as a Portfolio Loan Operations Manager at First Federal Bank from 2018 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Pamela Bennett studied at the University of North Florida, where she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration and Management from 1986 to 1988. She also completed a degree in Business Management during the same period. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in business principles, which she applies in her professional roles.
Background in Banking and Real Estate
Pamela Bennett has extensive experience in the banking and real estate sectors. She worked at Barnett Bank of Jacksonville as a Regional Manager from 1996 to 2000 and at EverBank as a Commercial Loan Reviewer in 2017. Additionally, she was a Real Estate Agent at Watson Realty Corp. from 2005 to 2010, focusing on both commercial and residential properties in North Florida and South Georgia.
Skills and Professional Attributes
Pamela Bennett possesses strong analytical and critical thinking skills, essential for managing complex loan processes. She demonstrates a high level of ethics and core values that guide her decision-making and leadership style. Her ability to thrive in fast-paced work cultures showcases her adaptability and efficiency in high-pressure environments.