Business Development Talent Acquisition

SHERRI L. BARBER

Macon, GA 478-***-**** *********@*****.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/slbarber

Professional Summary

Seasoned Chief Operating Officer with extensive experience in strategic planning, business development, and operational management in the banking sector. Proven track record of enhancing organizational efficiency and driving growth through effective leadership and process optimization. Skilled in compliance management and human resource development, with a

commitment to fostering high-performance cultures.

Area of Expertise

Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, And Process Improvement

Professional History

Sabre5 Publishing, LLC March 2025-Present

Publisher, Editor

Magnolia Bankshares, Inc / Magnolia State Bank, GA July 2002- March 2025

SVP/Chief Operation Officer

Led strategic execution of daily operations, optimizing departmental performance and productivity.

Implemented robust compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to BSA/AML/OFAC regulations, safeguarding the organization from financial crimes.

Directed human resources initiatives including talent acquisition and development to build a high-performing team.

Managed vendor relationships and negotiated contracts to enhance service quality and cost-efficiency.

Developed and maintained security protocols to protect organizational assets and data integrity.

Also Excelled As

Teaching Assistant, Substitute Teaching Dodge County Board of Education, Eastman GA Sep. 2000 – Jul. 2002

Assistant Office Manager, MIS Manager, Receptionist TPM Water Systems, Lewiston ID Jan. 1980 – Nov. 2000

Education

Salem International University May 2011

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.): International Business

University of Idaho Moscow, ID May 1997

B.S. Recreation, Minor: Tourism and Leisure Enterprises

International Air Academy, Inc. Vancouver, WA Nov. 1993

Diploma, Airline Travel Specialist

Certification & Training

Institute of Certified Travel Agents Wellesley, MA Nov. 1993

Certificate, Travel Career Development

Specialized Training

Georgia Bankers Association University: Internal Audit Certificate, HR Certificate

Professional Organizations

●Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP).

●National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR).

●National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA).

●Career, Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) Advisory Board member and Chair 2020-2023

●GA Bankers Operations and Technology Committee member

Technical Skills

Tools: Microsoft Office suite, data analysis, technical Writing skills, budgeting

Reference available upon request. Willing to relocate.

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