When I first attended an event hosted by RMA, I was an
associate member of the credit team at PNB. Now, I manage a team and lead the
risk management function at my institution. My first professional leadership
experience was afforded me when I assumed the chairman role of the chapter’s
Young Professional Committee. This early experience in conducting meetings,
organizing agendas, planning events, etc. has proven invaluable as my career has
transitioned into a management capacity at the bank, where responsibilities
include conducting meetings, organizing committee agendas, etc.
< p>While my team at the bank is not organizing happy hours and the my
target audience has changed, the role of leading a process and people is
similar. I worked as a team member with senior banking executives and
professionals where I observed interpersonal and professional norms, an
opportunity that would not typically fall upon a recent graduate with less than
five years of experience. I am grateful for the opportunity through the local
chapter leadership roles that have accelerated my career
path.