Laura Palazesi
Nat\'l Director, Indirect Lending Strategy and Operations @Fifth Third Bank
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WORK HISTORY
Nat\'l Director, Indirect Lending Strategy and Operations @Fifth Third Bank
Responsible for leading a significant portion of the overall financial performance and strategic direction of the Consumer Auto and Specialty Indirect Lending lines of business. Own end-to-end accountability for product strategy, credit, pricing, fulfillment, and product development. Provide oversight of third-party service providers, including processes that may sit outside of direct reporting lines, to ensure alignment with business objectives and risk standards.
EDUCATION
Consumer Bankers Association Executive Banking School
Honors Graduate
Indiana University Bloomington
BS, Business Management
Georgia State University
MBA, Finance, Investments
SKILLS
ABOUT LAURA PALAZESI
As a seasoned financial services professional with over 25 years of experience, I have a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and driving operational excellence across various sectors, including auto finance, solar, and home improvement lending. Currently, I serve as the SVP National Director, Indirect Lending Strategy and Operations at Fifth Third Bank, where I oversee Indirect Auto, Marine and RV consumer lending ensuring efficiency, compliance, and exceptional customer service.My experience spans key roles at Capital One Auto Finance and Wells Fargo, where I drove significant growth and received top honors. I served on the faculty for the Consumer Bankers Association Executive Banking School and serve on the CBA\'s Automotive Finance Committee.I spent over a decade involved in my community elected to various roles on multiple HOAs, most recently serving as the President of the Creekwood Commons HOA. I support female leadership as a member of the Women\'s Leadership Council at the American Financial Services Association.Key Competencies:Operations Optimization; Problem Identification and Resolution; Business to Business Sales Development; Profit Analysis and Optimization; Consultative and Financial Sales Process; Market Analysis; Territory Management; Root Cause Assessment; Client Relations and Retention; Organizational Training and Development; Process Improvement; Talent Recruitment / Acquisition; Associate Development
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