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Erika Collins

Denver

Summary

Bilingual (English/Spanish) banking professional with 20+ years of experience supporting small business owners through relationship-based banking, credit solutions, and portfolio management. Combines institutional banking expertise with direct small business ownership experience, offering a practical, empathetic, and risk-aware advisory approach. Currently serving as a Small Business Lending Consultant.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Small Business Lending Consultant

Huntington National Bank
Denver
2023.11 - Current

Manage relationships with small business clients by identifying lending needs and delivering tailored credit solutions.

Guide clients through the full lending process, including financial review, documentation, and submission.

Partner closely with branch teams, underwriters, and market leadership to advance opportunities.

Serve as a trusted advisor to business owners navigating growth, cash flow, and capital needs.

Small Business Specialist

UMB Bank
Denver
2021.09 - 2023.10

Managed a portfolio of small business relationships with revenues under $1MM.

Delivered deposit and credit solutions while identifying opportunities to deepen relationships.

Conducted financial analysis, gathered documentation, and submitted complete credit packages.

Supported multiple branches across KS, MO, and CO through collaborative partnerships.

Small Business Owner

Maskadores Taco Shop II
Scottsdale
2019.10 - 2021.09

Owned and operated a small restaurant business, overseeing daily operations, vendor management, pricing, payroll, and financial decision-making.

Navigated COVID-era disruptions, supply cost volatility, and operational challenges.

Made a disciplined business exit decision post-COVID based on cost pressures and sustainability considerations.

Branch Manager

Academy Bank
Aurora
2018.08 - 2019.06

Led branch sales, service, and operational performance.

Coached and developed teams while driving relationship growth and client retention.

Ensured compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Branch Manager

BMO Bank of Montreal
Denver
2017.01 - 2018.03

Oversaw branch operations and business performance.

Drove deposit and lending growth through relationship-based conversations.

Maintained strong risk management and compliance practices.

Branch Manager and Senior FSA

BBVA Compass
Denver
2011.08 - 2016.06

Provided comprehensive financial guidance to consumer and small business clients.

Supported business owners from startup through expansion.

Licenses held during this period only (no longer active).

Licensed Banker

Chase Bank
Denver
2009.06 - 2011.08

Provided comprehensive financial guidance to consumer and small business clients.

Supported business owners from startup through expansion.

Licenses held during this period only (no longer active).

Education

High School Diploma -

Thunderbird High School
Phoenix, AZ
2000-05

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Skills

  • Small Business Relationship Management Credit & Lending Solutions (Term Loans, Lines, SBA) Portfolio Growth & Retention Client Financial Reviews Risk & Policy Awareness Business Development Branch & Market Partnership CRM Systems (Salesforce, Hogan, Velocity)

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Certification

Access to Capital - Certified to provide this SBA courses.

Affiliations

Lead - Hispanic BRG Group in CO

Timeline

Small Business Lending Consultant

Huntington National Bank
2023.11 - Current

Small Business Specialist

UMB Bank
2021.09 - 2023.10

Small Business Owner

Maskadores Taco Shop II
2019.10 - 2021.09

Branch Manager

Academy Bank
2018.08 - 2019.06

Branch Manager

BMO Bank of Montreal
2017.01 - 2018.03

Branch Manager and Senior FSA

BBVA Compass
2011.08 - 2016.06

Licensed Banker

Chase Bank
2009.06 - 2011.08

High School Diploma -

Thunderbird High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Erika Collins