Tara L. Hickey

Tara L. Hickey is a seasoned mortgage professional with extensive experience in various managerial roles within the banking sector. Currently serving as Senior Vice President and Secondary Residential Mortgage Manager at River Bank & Trust since December 2017, Tara previously held the position of Vice President and Mortgage Lending Manager at First Community Bank, where responsibilities included managing human resources for mortgage teams and implementing production standards. Prior experience includes roles at Merchants Bank as Assistant Vice President, where Tara focused on market growth and mortgage technology, and as a Mortgage Loan Officer at BankTrust specializing in various mortgage products. Tara began their career in administrative and processing roles, acquiring foundational knowledge in the mortgage industry at organizations such as Bay Bank and Advent Financial Corporation. Educational qualifications include attendance at the Alabama Banking School and a degree from the University of South Alabama.