Celine Esmaeli

About Celine Esmaeli

During my career, I have built a strong foundation across retail, banking, and marketing. At Citibank, I advanced from teller to universal banker and now personal banker, consistently delivering exceptional client experiences and achieving top performance metrics. In parallel, I gained valuable marketing experience as an Email Marketing Manager for Organized Garage Solutions and My LA Closet. In this role, I led digital and social media strategy, managed a team, and strengthened my leadership and operational skills.Currently pursuing my MBA, I am passionate about bridging my background in client relations, finance, and marketing to transition into corporate roles where I can leverage my analytical, leadership, and strategic skills to drive growth and long-term success.

Experience

1. Personal Banker

   Citi

   May 2025 — Present

   As a Personal Banker at Citi, I partner with clients to understand their financial goals and provide tailored banking solutions to help them achieve them. I specialize in building strong, long-term relationships by delivering personalized service and proactive financial guidance.In my role, I assist clients with everyday banking needs while identifying opportunities to introduce products such as checking and savings accounts, credit solutions, and investment services. I focus on consultative conversations that add value, strengthen financial confidence, and deepen client relationships.I collaborate closely with internal partners across mortgage, investments, and business banking to ensure clients receive comprehensive support. Maintaining regulatory compliance, protecting client information, and delivering an exceptional customer experience are central to my work.

Education

• California State University, Northridge

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Glendale Community College

  Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Business Administration

• California State University, Northridge

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Marketing