Michele Curry

About Michele Curry

I am a dependable, hard-working leader that embodies professionalism, grace, and positivity. My ambition to be BOLD shapes me as an individual and inspires others. I have a passion to support inclusivity, mentorship, fairness, transparency, and cooperation which pave the way to a more open, understanding, and collaborative community.I have over 10 years experience working in the banking industry with clients across 37 counties in Central & Northeast Missouri and Western Illinois. My expertise lies in helping facilitate conversation around automation and how new and innovative banking technology can help businesses of any size. In addition, I build a foundation of trust and support by offering the in-person advisory and consultation you\'d expect from a community bank.Being born and raised in Columbia, MO, I have a strong commitment to my community, friends, family, and neighbors.I graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a degree in Finance and have received invaluable banking experience working with Commerce Bank since 2011. I have also proudly served in the leadership of Columbia\'s Women\'s Network, a 400 member division of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce, since 2015, serving in the roles of Treasurer, Chair-Elect, and Chair.I also have the pleasure of adapting my performance and public speaking skills as a longstanding member of Columbia\'s theater community into memorable performances as Mary Poppins, Ariel, and Elle Woods of Legally Blonde the Musical. I\'ve also spent time on the small screen as a host for the local media chapters including Fox 22 KQFX, KRCG 13, as well as for Bucket Media for local and statewide commercial campaigns.As I set my sights on the future, I envision myself becoming a prominent member of my community through hard work and dedicated involvement.

Experience

1. Treasury Management Officer

   Commerce Bank

   Jan 2018 — Present · Columbia, MO

   Coordinates high level relationship reviews with clients to maintain extraordinary service levels-Performs full-scale payment cycle reviews for businesses of all sizes to identify and present areas for efficiency, automation, and cost-savings to help grow and strengthen their businesses-Serve as an expert in cutting edge banking technology and how it can serve the businesses that partner with Commerce Bank-Dedicates focus on independent and/or joint calling efforts with nationwide partners to understand the underlying needs of businesses\' revenue cycle processes before making tailored recommendations-Plans bi-annual C-Suite executive forums featuring topics relevant and pressing to business leaders in today\'s ever-changing climate.

Education

• University of Missouri-Columbia

  Associate of Arts - AA, Theatre/Theater

  2007 — 2011

• University of Missouri-Columbia

  Bachelor's degree, Business Finance & Banking

  2007 — 2011