John Paul
About John Paul
John Paul serves as the Regional Sales Director for Indirect Lending at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union, a position he has held since 2012. He has a background in finance and extensive experience in the financial services industry, including roles at Transouth Financial Services and Founders Federal Credit Union.
Work at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union
John Paul has served as the Regional Sales Director for Indirect Lending at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union since 2012. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing the indirect lending operations and expanding the credit union's reach in the market. His efforts have led to the establishment of partnerships with over 500 car dealerships across four states, significantly enhancing the organization's lending capabilities.
Education and Expertise
John Paul holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Winthrop University, where he studied from 1995 to 1999. Prior to that, he earned an Associate of Science degree from the University of South Carolina-Lancaster, completing his studies from 1991 to 1993. In addition to his finance background, he has pursued aviation training and has achieved Commercial/IFR certification from the Federal Aviation Administration since 2018.
Background
Before joining Grow Financial Federal Credit Union, John Paul worked at Transouth Financial Services as an Assistant Manager from 1996 to 2000 in Rock Hill, SC. He then served as Assistant Vice President at Founders Federal Credit Union from 2000 to 2006 in Pageland, SC. His extensive experience in the financial services industry has contributed to his current role in indirect lending.
Achievements
John Paul has accumulated over 500 hours of flying time as a commercial pilot. He has recently completed his IFR and commercial pilot ratings, demonstrating his commitment to advancing his skills in aviation. His professional journey reflects a blend of expertise in finance and aviation, underscoring his diverse capabilities.