Paola Woodruff
About Paola Woodruff
Paola Woodruff serves as the AVP of Financial Operations at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in finance and a commitment to collaboration and customer experience, she has over a decade of experience in banking operations.
Work at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union
Paola Woodruff serves as the AVP of Financial Operations at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she focuses on optimizing customer experience and ensuring operational success. Her responsibilities include overseeing financial operations and collaborating with various stakeholders to drive profitability. Woodruff's tenure at Grow Financial has been marked by her commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and fostering strong relationships with customers and colleagues.
Previous Experience at The Bank of Tampa
Prior to her current role, Paola Woodruff worked at The Bank of Tampa for ten years, from 2008 to 2018. She held the position of AVP, Banking Support Manager-Operations. During her time there, she managed operational support functions and contributed to the bank's overall performance. Her experience at The Bank of Tampa provided her with a solid foundation in banking operations and customer service.
Education and Expertise
Paola Woodruff has a diverse educational background. She studied at the University of South Florida Muma College of Business, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from 2008 to 2016. Additionally, she attended Life Christian University, achieving a degree in Theology from 2014 to 2015. Woodruff also completed the Academy of Finance program at Thomas Jefferson High School from 2004 to 2008, which provided her with early exposure to financial principles.
Involvement with NAF
Since 2009, Paola Woodruff has served as the Vice Chair of the Advisory Board for the National Academy Foundation (NAF) in Hillsborough County. In this role, she contributes to the development and support of the Academy of Finance program. Her involvement reflects her commitment to education and the advancement of financial literacy among students.
Professional Philosophy
Paola Woodruff believes that collaboration with customers, colleagues, executive leaders, and vendors is essential for a profitable business. She emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in achieving operational goals. Her focus on delivering top-level performance aligns with her commitment to sustainable growth within the organizations she serves.