Nancy Merolla
About Nancy Merolla
Nancy Merolla serves as the Senior Vice President and Senior Community Development Officer at Synovus, where she has worked since 2012. With extensive experience in the banking industry and a strong background in community development, she has held various leadership roles in nonprofit organizations and social services.
Work at Synovus
Nancy Merolla has served as the Senior Vice President and Senior Community Development Officer at Synovus since 2012. In this role, she focuses on community development initiatives within Florida. Her tenure at Synovus spans over a decade, during which she has contributed to various community-focused projects and programs aimed at enhancing local engagement and support.
Previous Experience in Community Development
Before joining Synovus, Nancy Merolla worked at Florida Community Bank as the Senior Vice President and Community Reinvestment Officer from 2012 to 2019. Her responsibilities included overseeing community reinvestment strategies and fostering relationships with local organizations. Additionally, she held the position of Vice President and Non-Profit Relationship Manager at BankAtlantic for nearly a year in 2011-2012.
Education and Expertise
Nancy Merolla studied at Broward College, where she gained foundational knowledge relevant to her career in banking and community development. She also completed her high school education at Pompano Beach High School from 1972 to 1975. Her expertise encompasses nonprofit organizations, negotiation, coaching, sales, and fundraising, which she has applied throughout her career.
Background in Social Services
Nancy Merolla has a strong background in community and social services. She served as the Circuit 17 Administrator for the Florida Department of Children and Families from 2009 to 2011. In this role, she managed various programs and initiatives aimed at supporting families and individuals in need, further enhancing her experience in community-focused leadership.