Hugh M. Blanton
About Hugh M. Blanton
Hugh M. Blanton serves as the Florence City Executive for Commercial Lending at Synovus, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in commercial banking and real estate, having previously worked in various roles including Senior Credit Analyst and Commercial Relationship Manager.
Work at Synovus
Hugh M. Blanton serves as the Florence City Executive for Commercial Lending at Synovus. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing commercial lending operations in the Florence area, focusing on building relationships with local businesses and providing tailored financial solutions to meet their needs.
Previous Experience in Commercial Lending
Prior to his current role at Synovus, Hugh worked at TD as a Commercial Relationship Manager, serving as the Pee Dee Area Executive from 2018 to 2021. His responsibilities included managing commercial client relationships and providing strategic financial advice. Before that, he spent ten years at ArborOne Farm Credit as a Senior Credit Analyst, where he developed expertise in credit analysis and risk assessment.
Background in Land Brokerage
Hugh began his career as a Land Brokerage Specialist at Carolina Land Realty in 2008, where he worked for 11 months in Greenville, SC. This role provided him with foundational experience in real estate transactions and land valuation, contributing to his overall expertise in finance and real estate.
Education and Expertise
Hugh M. Blanton earned a degree in Finance with a focus on Real Estate from Clemson University - College of Business, completing his studies from 2004 to 2008. This educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the financial services industry, particularly in commercial lending and real estate finance.