Chris Buschjost
About Chris Buschjost
Chris Buschjost serves as the Vice President and SBA Business Development Manager at OakStar Bank, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in finance, having previously held positions at Hawthorn Bank and OakStar Bank.
Work at OakStar Bank
Chris Buschjost currently serves as the Vice President and SBA Business Development Manager at OakStar Bank. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the bank's growth and development in Springfield, Missouri. In this role, he focuses on managing and developing Small Business Administration (SBA) loan programs, providing financial solutions tailored to meet the needs of small businesses.
Previous Experience at Hawthorn Bank
Prior to his current role, Chris Buschjost worked at Hawthorn Bank in various capacities. He served as a Commercial Credit Analyst from 2014 to 2017, where he assessed creditworthiness and analyzed financial data to support lending decisions. He then transitioned to the role of Commercial Loan Officer from 2017 to 2018, where he managed loan portfolios and fostered relationships with clients in Jefferson City, Missouri.
Education and Expertise
Chris Buschjost earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Central Missouri, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in financial analysis, credit assessment, and business development within the banking sector.
Early Career at OakStar Bank
Before his current position at OakStar Bank, Chris Buschjost worked as a Credit Analyst from 2012 to 2014 in the Springfield, Missouri area. In this role, he was responsible for evaluating loan applications and conducting risk assessments, which contributed to his understanding of credit management and lending practices.