Irene Benavides
About Irene Benavides
Irene Benavides is a Vice President and Community Development Mortgage Banking Officer at Rio Bank, with extensive experience in the mortgage banking industry. She has a strong commitment to customer service and a background in community and social services, enhancing her effectiveness in her current role.
Work at Rio Bank
Irene Benavides currently holds the position of AVP, Community Development Mortgage Banking Officer at Rio Bank. She has been with the bank since 2021, contributing to its mortgage lending operations. In her role, she focuses on community development through mortgage banking, leveraging her extensive experience in the industry.
Previous Experience in Mortgage Banking
Before joining Rio Bank, Irene Benavides worked at BBVA as a Community Development Mortgage Banking Officer VP from 2018 to 2021. Her career in mortgage banking began at Capital One, where she served as a Senior Associate and Community Development Mortgage Consultant AVP for 13 years, from 2005 to 2018. This extensive experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of customer service and sales in the mortgage sector.
Education and Expertise
Irene Benavides earned her Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Business International from the University of Texas at Brownsville, studying from 2010 to 2013. Her educational background supports her expertise in mortgage banking operations, particularly in utilizing tools like Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in her role.
Background in Community and Social Services
Irene Benavides has a strong background in community and social services, which plays a significant role in her work as a Community Development Mortgage Banking Officer. This experience informs her approach to mortgage lending, allowing her to better serve the needs of the community and contribute to development initiatives.