Mike Mendenhall
About Mike Mendenhall
Mike Mendenhall is the Managing Director of Corporate Banking at First Financial Bank, with over 20 years of experience in corporate banking and finance.
Current Role at First Financial Bank
Mike Mendenhall is the Managing Director of Corporate Banking at First Financial Bank. He started this role in October 2019. In addition to this position, he also serves as Vice President at the bank’s location at 255 East Fifth St, Cincinnati, OH. His responsibilities include overseeing corporate banking operations and managing client relationships.
Previous Experience at Fifth Third Bank
Mike Mendenhall has an extensive background with Fifth Third Bank where he held several key positions. From 2000 to 2006, he served as Vice President- Relationship Manager for Large Corporate Banking. He was later promoted to Vice President - Team Lead Large Corporate Banking, a role he held from 2007 to 2011. He eventually became Director of Leverage Finance, demonstrating his proficiency in corporate banking and finance.
Educational Background
Mike Mendenhall holds a strong educational foundation in economics and finance. He earned a BS in Economics from the University of Cincinnati College of Business. Further advancing his expertise, he completed an MBA in Finance at the University of Cincinnati from 2002 to 2004. These qualifications have significantly contributed to his prowess in corporate banking.
Specialization in Corporate Banking
With over 20 years of experience, Mike Mendenhall specializes in managing large corporate banking relationships and leveraged finance. His expertise in this sector is backed by his various leadership roles in corporate banking and finance. This deep knowledge enables him to effectively handle complex financial transactions and foster strong client relationships.