Financial Services Loan Officer

Rufus C. Byrd

*** ** ***** ***, **** St. Lucie, FL 34986

772-***-**** ️ *******@***.***

Professional Summary

Dynamic financial services leader with 10+ years of success in commercial lending, branch management, and community investment. Proven ability to grow deposits, originate high-value loans, and develop high-performing teams. Deep experience in cultivating strategic partnerships, managing outreach programs, and engaging communities to generate impact and revenue. Known for driving results through collaboration, leadership, and a service-driven mindset.

Professional Experience

Treasure Coast Food Bank

Director of Community Investments April 2025 – Present

Lead strategy and execution for all community investment initiatives including mobile programs, volunteer coordination, and retail donation partnerships

Oversee fundraising campaigns and donor engagement efforts, aligning financial targets with community impact

Successfully generated significant revenue from major events:

oOut Run Hunger 5K (Sept 2025): $9K received, $8K pledged, $5K solicited

oPack the House (Oct 2025): $11K received, $46K pledged, $10K solicited

Strengthen relationships with local businesses and philanthropic stakeholders to expand program visibility and support

Synovus Bank

VP, Regional Market Manager III 2023 – 2025

Managed sales and operations for Fort Pierce branch; focused on team development and client acquisition

Achieved 99% of 2024 Scorecard goals; ranked 8th of 23 branches

Served on multiple local boards; led strategic community outreach initiatives

Departed due to relocation to support a family member’s health needs

Seacoast Bank

VP, Commercial Banker II 2022 – 2023

Generated $4.3M in funded loans and built an $8.6M deposit pipeline

Created targeted calling campaigns and educational series to engage COIs and clients

Delivered 3 SBA referrals, 3 wealth referrals, and $3.4K in treasury management revenue

Marine Bank & Trust

VP, Commercial Loan Officer 2021 – 2022

Originated $5.8M in loans with an additional $18.2M in pipeline

Recognized for strong internal collaboration and mentorship

Led COI engagement efforts and internal revenue-generating workshops

TD Bank

VP, RMLM / Commercial Loan Officer 2019 – 2021

Oversaw small business development for 8 branches across 4 counties

Ranked among the top 10 in Florida for PPP loan volume

Designed external and internal campaigns for relationship expansion and retention

PNC Bank

VP, Client Advisor – Wealth Management 2013 – 2019

Managed $21M in AUM; achieved 170% of new fee goal

Developed and led “Wealth Lecture Series” and other initiatives to grow mass affluent client base

Market liaison for CPA and legal COIs across 3 counties

Education

Howard University

Bachelor of Science – Chemistry

Athletic Academic All-American (Two Sports)

Military Service

United States Marine Corps

Honor Graduate – Parris Island

Meritoriously Promoted; Commandant’s List Honoree

Community Leadership & Volunteerism

Board President, Project Rock South

Board Secretary, Fort Pierce PAWS

Board Member, United Against Poverty

Active in Kiwanis, Wounded Warriors, Treasure Coast Food Bank, TCBA, TCMA, EDC of St. Lucie County

Past Involvement: Special Olympics, United Way, Hands Clinic, Treasure Coast Hospice, ProChristmas Drive

References

Available upon request

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