Mark Woods
About Mark Woods
Mark Woods serves as the Executive Director of Government Guaranteed Lending at SouthPoint Bank, where he focuses on providing strategic lending solutions to clients. He has over 12 years of banking experience and has held various senior positions in multiple banks in the Birmingham, Alabama area.
Work at SouthPoint Bank
Mark Woods has served as the Executive Director of Government Guaranteed Lending at SouthPoint Bank since 2020. In this role, he focuses on providing strategic lending solutions to assist clients in achieving their business goals. His expertise in government guaranteed lending enables him to guide clients through the complexities of financing, ensuring they have access to the resources needed for growth.
Previous Banking Experience
Mark Woods has extensive banking experience, having worked in various senior roles across multiple financial institutions. Prior to his current position, he was the Senior Vice President/SBA Regional Executive at United Community Bank from 2019 to 2020. He also held senior positions at Valley Bank, Compass Bank, The Southern Bank Company, and USAmeriBank, accumulating over 12 years of experience in the banking sector.
Education and Expertise
Mark Woods earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Pre-Law/Business from the University of Alabama, where he studied from 1987 to 1991. His educational background, combined with his banking experience, equips him with the knowledge and skills to navigate complex lending scenarios. He also previously held life/health and personal lines insurance licenses, as well as 6/63 licenses.
Leadership and Team Building
Mark Woods combines business acumen with strong leadership abilities to recruit, build, and retain high-performing teams. He has led top SBA lending teams in Alabama, demonstrating a proven ability to drive multi-million dollar revenue growth in competitive markets. His leadership style emphasizes collaboration and strategic planning to achieve organizational goals.
Career Background
Mark Woods began his career at BellSouth Telecommunications Inc., where he worked as a Senior Account Manager from 1996 to 2008. He transitioned to the banking industry, where he has held various leadership roles, including Vice President and Senior Vice President positions. His diverse career path has provided him with a broad perspective on business and finance.