Stephenie Locker- Huelsman

Stephenie Locker- Huelsman has extensive experience in the banking industry, spanning over 17 years. Their most recent position was as VP, Senior Relationship Manager at Sunwest Bank since December 2020. Prior to that, they worked at Pacific Mercantile Bank as VP, Senior Relationship Manager from August 2016 to November 2020. During their time there, they successfully managed a commercial loan portfolio of $90M and developed relationships with 130 clients. Stephenie consistently exceeded annual deposit and loan growth targets.

Before joining Pacific Mercantile Bank, Stephenie served as VP, Relationship Manager at Bridge Bank for a year, where they oversaw 30 client accounts and administered a $160M commercial loan portfolio. Their responsibilities included business development, underwriting, and managing factoring portfolios for local businesses.

Stephenie also worked at Independence Bank from 2010 to 2016, holding the positions of FVP, Business Credit Administrator and Commercial Credit Analyst. Stephenie played a crucial role in launching and growing the business lending practice, overseeing 220 loans valued at $175M. Furthermore, they developed credit policies and underwriting guidelines.

Earlier in their career, Stephenie served as VP, Commercial Loan Officer at Arrowhead Credit Union and AVP, Relationship Manager at CommerceWest Bank. Stephenie began their career as a Commercial Credit Analyst at PFF Bank & Trust, where they worked for four years.

Overall, Stephenie Locker- Huelsman has consistently demonstrated strong expertise in relationship management, business development, credit analysis, and portfolio management throughout their career in the banking industry.

Stephenie Locker-Huelsman completed their undergraduate studies from 2004 to 2006 at the University of La Verne. Stephenie earned a degree in Business Administration with a focus in Finance during this period.