Women in Leadership Program

Leah Terrell

Active Term: 12/2024 - 12/2025

Areas of Expertise

• Pillars of Positivity
  
• Mentoring and Building a Culture of Mentorship
  
• Transformational Vs. Transactional Leadership
  
• Organizational Leadership & Cultural Diversity

Sr. Manager in Loan Support and Operations

Synovus

Leah is a seasoned banking professional with over two decades of experience in the industry. As a Senior Manager at Synovus Bank, she has played a pivotal role in implementing centralized due diligence processes, establishing an informal leadership mentorship program, and contributing to the buildout of nCino for Synovus.

Leah holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership. Her expertise spans data analysis, relationship building, collaboration, team building, and strategic thinking. She is passionate about fostering a collaborative and inspiring work environment where everyone can thrive.

Outside of her professional life, Leah enjoys spending quality time with her husband and son, going for walks, and playing video games. Her leadership philosophy is centered on the belief that leadership is about engaging and inspiring ourselves and others to achieve our goals. She firmly believes that anyone can be a leader, regardless of their position within an organization, and that true leadership is about making the most of where you are.

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