Paula Behrens
About Paula Behrens
Paula Behrens serves as the Retail Market Manager and Assistant Vice President at Synovus, where she has worked since 2006. She has a strong background in credit risk management and lending, complemented by her previous experience in higher education.
Current Role at Synovus
Paula Behrens serves as the Retail Market Manager and Assistant Vice President at Synovus, a position she has held since 2006. Based in Navarre, Florida, she manages a team with a collective experience of 38 years in the banking sector. In her role, she oversees a variety of financial services, including mortgages, securities, and treasury management. This position highlights her leadership capabilities and her comprehensive understanding of diverse banking products.
Education and Expertise
Paula Behrens has a strong educational background in business administration and management. She studied at Geneva College, where she achieved a 4.0 GPA and completed her degree in 2003. Prior to that, she attended the Community College of Beaver County, where she studied business administration from 1986 to 1987. Her expertise includes credit risk management, which is essential for assessing and mitigating potential financial losses in banking.
Professional Background
Before joining Synovus, Paula Behrens spent 14 years at Geneva College as the Special Programs Coordinator from 1992 to 2006. This role in higher education financial aid provided her with valuable experience that contributed to her adaptability in transitioning to a career in banking. Her background includes a strong focus on both consumer and small business lending, enabling her to provide tailored financial solutions to meet diverse client needs.
Leadership and Team Management
In her current role at Synovus, Paula Behrens demonstrates effective leadership by managing a seasoned team in the Navarre branch. Her team's collective experience of 38 years in the banking industry reflects her ability to lead and develop talent in a competitive environment. Paula's management style emphasizes collaboration and leveraging the extensive knowledge of her team to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.