Nicole Peace
About Nicole Peace
Nicole Peace is the Director of Consumer Lending Fulfillment at First Financial Bank, with over 15 years of experience in the banking industry, including credit analysis, underwriting, and retail credit management.
Current Role at First Financial Bank
Nicole Peace is the Director of Consumer Lending Fulfillment at First Financial Bank. She operates out of the Cincinnati Area, KY. Since 2017, she has been instrumental in leading consumer lending initiatives at the bank, focusing on improving lending processes and enhancing customer satisfaction. Her role involves overseeing lending operations and ensuring that the financial needs of consumers are met effectively.
Previous Roles at Forcht Bank
Nicole Peace has held several significant positions at Forcht Bank over a 12-year span. From 2012 to 2017, she was the Senior Retail Credit Officer in the Lexington, Kentucky Area, where she managed retail credit operations. Before that, she served as the Underwriting Manager from 2009 to 2012, leading credit underwriting processes. Her career at Forcht Bank began as a Credit Analyst from 2005 to 2009, where she focused on analyzing credit applications and mitigating risk.
Early Career at First Financial Bank
Prior to her current role at First Financial Bank, Nicole Peace worked with the bank as a Branch Manager from 1998 to 2005. During this period, she managed branch operations, ensuring smooth financial services delivery and enhancing customer relations. Her transition from Branch Manager to Director within the same company showcases her substantial career growth and proficiency in consumer lending.
Educational Background
Nicole Peace holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Finance, General from Northern Kentucky University. She studied there from 1998 to 2003, where she developed a strong foundation in financial principles. Her education has been fundamental to her understanding of finance and consumer lending.
Experience in Banking Industry
With over 15 years of experience in the banking industry, Nicole Peace has worked in various roles including credit analysis, underwriting, and retail credit management. She possesses a deep understanding of the financial needs of consumers in the Cincinnati and Lexington areas. At Forcht Bank, she implemented several risk mitigation strategies, showcasing her expertise in credit risk management.