Willie E. Watson III

Willie E. Watson III is a seasoned commercial lender with extensive experience in the financial sector. Currently serving as a Commercial Lender at Hope Credit Union since April 2022, Willie has a proven track record in executing integrated sales and service strategies to enhance business relationships and growth. Prior to this role, Willie held the position of Branch Retail Executive at PNC from September 2019 to May 2022, and served as Commercial Lending Officer and Vice President at Liberty Bank & Trust Company from August 2016 to September 2019. Willie's career began at MidSouth Bank as a Commercial Lender from March 2013 to September 2016. Willie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Alabama State University, earned between 1990 and 1995.