Irwin Berman
About Irwin Berman
Irwin Berman serves as the Chief Community Credit Officer at Synovus, bringing over 30 years of experience in commercial banking with a focus on financial management and business leadership.
Work at Synovus
Irwin Berman serves as the Chief Community Credit Officer at Synovus, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing credit policies and practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and managing credit risk across the organization. His leadership contributes to the strategic direction of the credit department, focusing on enhancing the overall financial performance of Synovus. Prior to this role, he was the Regional Credit Officer at Synovus from 2014 to 2019, where he managed credit operations and supported business growth in the Atlanta area.
Education and Expertise
Irwin Berman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce and Business Administration from The University of Alabama, studying from 1978 to 1982. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in commercial banking. Berman possesses expertise in various areas, including turnaround management, credit and loan administration, commercial and real estate underwriting, cash and treasury management, and balance sheet management. His skills also extend to regulatory compliance, team building, and strategic planning.
Background
With over 30 years of experience in commercial banking, Irwin Berman has held various leadership roles throughout his career. He worked at Omni National Bank as President, COO, and CCO from 2000 to 2008, where he gained significant experience in financial management and business leadership. Following this, he served as Senior Vice President at Bank of North Georgia from 2009 to 2014. His career at Synovus began in 2014, where he progressed from Regional Credit Officer to his current role as Chief Community Credit Officer.
Achievements
Irwin Berman has held several C-level leadership positions and has experience on both private and public boards. His career reflects a commitment to enhancing financial performance and managing credit risk effectively. His roles have involved significant responsibilities in turnaround management and strategic planning, contributing to the success of the organizations he has worked with.