John Rock
About John Rock
John Rock serves as the Senior Vice President Commercial Relationship Manager at Synovus, where he specializes in government-guaranteed lending. He has over a decade of experience in banking, particularly in municipality leasing programs and federal loan programs.
Work at Synovus
John Rock has been employed at Synovus as a Senior Vice President Commercial Relationship Manager since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing and managing commercial relationships, leveraging his extensive experience in the banking sector. His responsibilities include overseeing lending operations and ensuring that clients receive tailored financial solutions that meet their needs.
Education and Expertise
John Rock studied at the University of Virginia, where he specialized in Banking and completed the Consumer Banking Association Graduate School of Bank Management. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Marketing from East Tennessee State University. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and commercial lending.
Background
Before joining Synovus, John Rock worked at First Bank and Trust for over a decade. He served as Senior Vice President/Regional Manager and Director of SBA Lending from 2008 to 2019, managing a $600 million region in Abingdon, Virginia. He later held the position of Senior Vice President/Director of Government Lending Division, focusing on SBA, USDA, and Municipal Leasing Programs until 2020.
Achievements in Government-Guaranteed Lending
John Rock has developed significant expertise in government-guaranteed lending, particularly in SBA and USDA loans. His work in this area demonstrates a strong understanding of federal loan programs and their application in financing local government projects. His experience in Municipality Leasing Programs further highlights his capabilities in managing complex financial solutions.