Raymond Kathe
About Raymond Kathe
Raymond Kathe serves as Executive Vice President at Synovus Bank, where he oversees commercial and retail banking services. He has extensive experience in the banking sector, having previously held leadership roles at SouthTrust Bank and Deloitte.
Work at Synovus
Raymond Kathe has served as Executive Vice President (EVP) at Synovus Bank since 2010. In this role, he oversees both commercial and retail banking services. His responsibilities include managing the geographic market leadership for the West, South, and Southeast Metro markets of Atlanta, Georgia, along with the surrounding counties. His extensive experience in banking contributes to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the bank.
Previous Experience in Banking
Before joining Synovus, Raymond Kathe worked at SouthTrust Bank, N.A. as Group Vice President for West Metro Commercial Lending from 1992 to 2004. During his 12 years in this role, he focused on commercial lending in the Greater Atlanta Area. Prior to that, he was a Senior Consultant in Management Advisory Services at Deloitte for one year in 1984-1985, where he provided consulting services in the financial sector.
Education and Expertise
Raymond Kathe holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Finance from the University of Georgia - Terry College of Business, which he completed from 1978 to 1980. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from The University of Georgia, studying from 1974 to 1978. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in banking and finance.
Background
Raymond Kathe has over three decades of experience in the banking and finance industry. His career began in the early 1980s, and he has held various positions that have contributed to his expertise in commercial lending and banking operations. His leadership roles have allowed him to develop a deep understanding of market dynamics in the Atlanta area.