Jamie Amodeo
About Jamie Amodeo
Jamie Amodeo serves as the Vice President of Commercial Lending at First Farmers Bank & Trust, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in managing loan portfolios and building client relationships, emphasizing coaching and mentorship within his team.
Work at First Farmers Bank & Trust
Jamie Amodeo serves as Vice President of Commercial Lending at First Farmers Bank & Trust since 2021. In this role, Amodeo manages multimillion-dollar loan portfolios and is responsible for building and maintaining client relationships. The focus is on providing clients with the necessary tools for success and ensuring their expectations are exceeded. Amodeo employs coaching and mentorship strategies to empower team members and drive organizational goals.
Previous Experience at First Financial Bank NA
Prior to joining First Farmers Bank & Trust, Jamie Amodeo worked at First Financial Bank NA for six years as a Commercial Loan Officer from 2015 to 2021. In this position, Amodeo was instrumental in managing commercial lending operations. Before this role, Amodeo served as an Analyst at First Financial Bank NA from 2011 to 2015, where responsibilities included analyzing financial data and supporting lending decisions.
Education and Expertise
Jamie Amodeo holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Indiana University Bloomington, where studies were completed from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, Amodeo earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Applied Management from Indiana Wesleyan University, completing the program from 2011 to 2013. Amodeo specializes in B2B sales and business analysis, with a focus on consumer and commercial lending.
Background in Client Relations
Jamie Amodeo is recognized for a high client retention rate, attributed to strong rapport-building skills. This background in managing client relationships has been a significant aspect of Amodeo's career in commercial lending. The emphasis on understanding client needs and fostering long-term partnerships has contributed to professional success.