Robert Jacobs
About Robert Jacobs
Robert Jacobs serves as the VP Retail Market Manager at Synovus in North Miami, Florida, where he leads a high-performing team and manages business lending requests. He has a background in financial management, having held previous positions at Bank of America, Fifth Third Bank, and TD.
Work at Synovus
Robert Jacobs serves as the VP Retail Market Manager at Synovus, a position he has held since 2021. He operates in North Miami, Florida, where he leads and develops a high-performing team responsible for managing an assigned retail market and portfolio. His role involves ensuring that branch operations align with bank policies and risk protocols.
Previous Experience in Banking
Before joining Synovus, Robert Jacobs held several key positions in the banking sector. He worked at Fifth Third Bank as a Financial Center Manager from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, he served as a VP Financial Center Manager at Bank of America from 2007 to 2015 in downtown Miami. Additionally, he was a Store Manager at TD from 2015 to 2019 in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area.
Education and Expertise
Robert Jacobs earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management from the State University of New York, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. His educational background provides a foundation for his expertise in retail banking and team leadership.
Management of Credit Requests
In his current role, Robert Jacobs manages complex credit requests in business lending, handling amounts up to $1 million. He collaborates with commercial partners for opportunities that exceed this threshold, demonstrating his capability in financial management and strategic partnerships.