Xavier Smith

About Xavier Smith

Driven and results-oriented banking professional with extensive experience as a Branch Manager and Vice President at Comerica Bank. I am passionate about helping teams and customers achieve their financial goals while ensuring operational excellence. With a proven track record in leadership, relationship building, and problem-solving, I am committed to delivering high-quality results in every initiative I take on.As a collaborative leader, I value open communication, teamwork, and continuous improvement. I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy turning challenges into opportunities, always focused on providing exceptional service and meeting business objectives.Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family, especially my 14-year-old son, who is a freshman in high school. I’m also a big sports fan, and currently, my favorite team is the Texans. These interests help me maintain a balanced and fulfilling life.

Experience

1. Banking Center Manager Vice President

   Comerica Bank

   Oct 2021 — Present

   Direct operations at the Champions Branch, Assistant Vice President of the financial organization, overseeing all business banking, small to large business lending, growth and opportunities. Engage in staffing, scheduling, training and development of teams. Establish new deposit and loan business, provide a superior customer experience, and promote a sales/service culture through staff motivation to meet target goals.Manage the performance of four team members, evaluating performance and mentoring for achievement.Attend two to three networking events each week, and schedule an average of five meetings with prospective clients weekly.Play a role in the diversity initiative, and serve as a change agent for technological advancement.Oversee staff in private consumer lending while networking with businesses to identify lending opportunities.Develop new relationships and business lines while ensuring efficient operations and quickly resolving escalated issues.Trained three bankers and one Customer Service Rep. to handle personal and consumer products, providing continual advice and coaching.Received several Micro Awards in the Co-Star Program in addition to multiple incentive awards.Recognized with an additional title of Assistant Vice President of the Bank by the Board of Directors.

Education

• North Harris Community College

  Business Administration and Management, General