Lynda Nowak

About Lynda Nowak

Bringing years of commercial banking expertise to clients across NE Ohio (CLE-AKR-CAN). Driven by a mission to empower businesses with a suite of financial tools, my role involves strategic planning and collaboration both internally and externally in areas such as working capital solutions, interest rate management and risk & threat mitigation. Well experienced in C-suite relationships, ensuring our clients receive comprehensive and personalized support, helping advance their companies to the next level maximizing revenue, controlling risk and increasing operational efficiencies. Diving in to understand how companies work, I specialize in maximizing borrowing power and cash flow solutions, including working capital needs, equipment, real estate as well as SBA expertise. With a career deeply rooted in commercial finance and strong relationship building, I excel in helping clients execute on their strategic initiatives by delivering the full capabilities the bank has to offer. Giving back to the communities I serve is at the heart of who I am, and not simply what I do. I truly believe companies and individuals are only as strong as their communities, which is why I am passionate about making a difference whenever possible. Aligning my values with an organizations helps unleash the power of how people really can make an impact in their neighborhoods.

Experience

1. Sr Commercial Relationship Manager Akron-canton-neo

   Fifth Third Bank

   Jan 2025 — Present

   Specializing in corporate banking (both for profit and non-profit) matching client\'s unique needs related to borrowing, depositing/investing and managing risk, with solid banking solutions through guidance, advise and expertise.

Education

• Baldwin Wallace University

  Bachelor of Arts (BA), Accounting and Business/Management

  1988 — 1992

• Baldwin Wallace University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Baldwin Wallace University

  MBA Accounting & Finance

Skills

• Commercial Banking
• Lines of Credit
• Credit
• Financial Analysis
• Cash Management
• Credit Analysis
• Loans
• New Business Development
• Small Business Lending
• Consumer Lending
• Commercial Lending
• Banking
• Commercial Mortgages
• Business Development