ALEXANDER HAMANN
Ladson
Summary
Professional banking specialist with strong expertise in financial advising, relationship management, and business development. Demonstrated ability to drive results through strategic planning, risk assessment, and customer-centric solutions. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving outcomes that align with clients' financial goals. Skilled in loan origination, portfolio management, and providing tailored financial solutions for small businesses.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Branch Manager/ Acting Area Manager
First National Bank
07.2025 - Current
- Lead daily operations of a full-service retail banking center, ensuring compliance.
- Manage, coach, and develop a team of bankers, tellers to meet and exceed performance, sales and service goals.
- Drive branch growth through new account acquisition, deposits, and lending production.
- Oversee cash controls, audits, risk, and loss prevention procedures.
- Partner with business development and local community organizations to grow market presence.
- Lead recruiting, onboarding, performance reviews
Business Development Officer
First Citizens Bank
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Build and manage a portfolio of middle-market business clients, delivering strategic banking solutions.
- Achieved top 10 national BDO ranking with an 81% average approval rate for submitted applications (2023–2024).
- Originated and managed business loans including CRE, LOCs, credit cards, and equipment financing.
- Generated $47MM in loans in 2024.
- Increased portfolio deposits by 146% year-over-year.
- Provide proactive financial guidance, risk management strategies, and deposit account services.
Financial Sales Manager
First Citizens Bank
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Supervised and coached a five-member team of bankers and tellers.
- Drove a 210% YOY increase in loan revenue and a 245% boost in business service income.
- Implemented sales strategies and training programs to enhance product knowledge and compliance.
- Increased team efficiency through weekly coaching sessions and performance evaluations.
Financial Sales Representative
First Citizens Bank
03.2018 - 01.2022
- Surpassed sales goals by 300%+ annually through personalized financial solutions.
- Developed new business and consumer client relationships to drive growth.
- Opened new accounts and cross-sold lending and investment products.
Relationship Manager
Bank of America
09.2014 - 02.2018
- Consistently exceeded revenue targets by 125% per quarter.
- Opened and managed consumer and business accounts including IRAs, CDs, and auto loans.
- Referred clients to investment partners and home lending specialists.
- Maintained ongoing relationships to support clients’ evolving financial goals.
Retail Sales Manager
AT&T
08.2009 - 08.2014
- Led a high-performing sales team to top regional rankings.
- Championed company initiatives including digital app adoption.
- Conducted performance reviews, sales meetings, and coaching to improve results.
- Delivered exceptional customer experience, boosting satisfaction and retention.
Insurance Agent
National Teacher Associates
12.2004 - 11.2005
- Specialized in life and supplemental health insurance sales.
- Secured over 345 new accounts in four months, generating $120K+ in policies.
- Built a referral network and expanded sales territory by 145%.
Education
Coursework in Psychology
Trident Technical College
No Degree -
Pensacola Jr College
Pensacola, FLSkills
- Branch operations management
- Customer service
- Relationship building and management
- Strong team-builder
- Risk analysis
- Loans
- Business planning
- Client acquisition
- Coaching and mentoring
- Business development
- Sales professional
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 36 in the development of First National Bank Denovo Branches.
Certification
- Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative — 2010
- South Carolina Insurance License — Active
- NMLS #
Languages
English- Fluent
Spanish- Fluent
Timeline
Branch Manager/ Acting Area Manager
First National Bank
07.2025 - Current
Business Development Officer
First Citizens Bank
01.2023 - 03.2025
Financial Sales Manager
First Citizens Bank
01.2022 - 12.2022
Financial Sales Representative
First Citizens Bank
03.2018 - 01.2022
Relationship Manager
Bank of America
09.2014 - 02.2018
Retail Sales Manager
AT&T
08.2009 - 08.2014
Insurance Agent
National Teacher Associates
12.2004 - 11.2005
Coursework in Psychology
Trident Technical College
No Degree -
Pensacola Jr College
Awards & Recognition
3× Winner, Performance Excellence Award – First Citizens Bank, Retail Manager Development Program Selectee – AT&T, Carolina Best of the Best Award (2012), Summit Award (2011) – AT&T, Rookie of the Year – National Teacher Associates