American Pride Bank Welcomes Kristie McMahan as Chief Credit Officer
Throughout her career, McMahan has held a number of senior leadership roles, including Director of Commercial Administration, Credit Administration Manager, Loan Operations Manager, and Senior Credit Underwriter. She also has experience as a relationship and portfolio manager, along with financial leadership roles in private equity and international manufacturing, giving her a well-rounded perspective on financial strategy and credit discipline.
McMahan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Finance from Wofford College and an MBA with concentrations in Finance and Risk Management from the University of Georgia. She is widely respected for her strategic insight and dedication to long-term organizational success.
Kristie lives in Decatur, Georgia with her husband, Scott, and their two daughters.
About American Pride Bank
American Pride Bank was founded in 2007 by first-generation Americans and entrepreneurs to ensure that everyone has access to the financial products and services needed to earn their American Dream. The bank specializes in serving high-touch, relationship banking solutions that create pathways for generational wealth-building and business success.
Through responsive financial services, American Pride Bank helps small business owners and communities thrive. We take pride in seeing our customers succeed and knowing we played a part in their journey.
At American Pride Bank, your success is our pride.
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