Chris Staley
About Chris Staley
Chris Staley serves as the Senior Vice President of Commercial Real Estate Finance at FirstBank, where he has worked since 2007. He has played a significant role in maintaining the bank's superior rating and expanding its commercial real estate operations across the Southeast region.
Work at FirstBank
Chris Staley has served as the Senior Vice President of Commercial Real Estate Finance at FirstBank since 2007. In this role, he has contributed to the bank's reputation and operational success in Nashville, TN. His leadership has been significant in maintaining FirstBank's five-star, superior rating from BauerFinancial. Staley has played a vital role in expanding the bank's commercial real estate finance operations across the Southeast region, enhancing the bank's service offerings and client base.
Education and Expertise
Chris Staley holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Western Kentucky University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Certificate of Financial Planning from the Gordon Ford College of Business at the same university. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in commercial real estate finance, enabling him to effectively navigate complex financial landscapes.
Background
Staley has been with FirstBank for 17 years, demonstrating a long-term commitment to the organization and its growth. His tenure has coincided with significant expansion efforts, including the growth of FirstBank's network to 95 offices, which encompasses 81 full-service financial centers. This expansion reflects his dedication to enhancing the bank's presence and service capabilities in the region.
Achievements
Throughout his career at FirstBank, Chris Staley has been instrumental in the growth of the bank's commercial real estate finance operations. His contributions have not only supported the bank's internal objectives but have also played a key role in its overall expansion strategy in the Southeast region. Staley's efforts have helped solidify FirstBank's position in the competitive financial services market.