Brett P. Lopeman is a goal-oriented professional seeking to further build his professional knowledge and help facilitate business success. He has over 5 years of experience in banking and finance, including his current role as a Loan Representative at Bank of Pontiac where he originates loans and oversees troubled assets. Prior to that, he worked as a Credit Analyst and demonstrated strong analytical skills. Lopeman graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and a 3.6 GPA.

1. Brett P. Lopeman
222 N. Main St., Apt C 309.338.5743
Pontiac, IL 61764 BLope55@Live.com
Goal-oriented professional that enjoys a fast-paced challenging environment looking to further build professional
knowledge, as well as help facilitate success for a business. Highly efficient and innovative hard-worker that can learn
and excel rapidly.
EMPLOYMENT:
Bank of Pontiac Pontiac, IL
Loan Representative March 2016 – Present
 Originate installment, real estate, and commercial loans
 Facilitate the rehabilitation and sale of all bank OREO properties
 Complete custom action plans to devise a collection strategy for all troubled loans
 System administrator, trainer, and supervisor of installation for new loan operating software
 Work directly with customers to communicate various products and options best suited for their needs and credit
worthiness
 Created custom pricing Excel smart forms utilized by all loan officers which resulted in a revenue increase from
sellable real estate loans of 15% within 6 months
 Certified Money Mentor volunteer
Credit Analyst June 2014 – March 2016
 Performed analysis on commercial customers to derive their creditworthiness on a case by case basis
 Completed commercial, real estate, and installment loan review to check for proper safety and soundness
 Performed review of all appraisals and completed internal evaluations to be used in the underwriting process
 Integral leader in federal exam prep and aided in answering questions during examination
 Implemented overhaul of bank’s risk rating process for portfolio loans using custom Excel spreadsheets
Cub Foods Normal, IL May 2013 – August 2013
In-term General Merchandise Manager
 Oversaw the ordering and maintenance of department
 Coordinated delivery trucks and managed pricing
ISU Campus Dining Services Normal, IL January 2013 – May 2014
Cashier
Cornerstone Residential – Quadrangle Apartments Carbondale, IL May 2012 – August 2012
Leasing Agent/Turn Assistant
County Market Lewistown, IL April 2010 – May 2012
Stocker/Maintenance
EDUCATION:
Illinois State University Normal, IL August 2011 – May 2014
Bachelor of Science, Finance
 GPA 3.6/4.0
 Activities: American Marketing Association Member (Fundraising Committee), Business Administration Club
Member (Volunteer Committee)
Lewistown Community High School Lewistown, IL August 2007 – May 2011
 GPA 4.0/4.0 Valedictorian
 Activities & Awards: National Honor Society ( 2009-2011), Illinois State Scholar (2011), Student Senate (2007 -
2011), Student Senate President (2010 – 2011), Math Team (2009 – 2011), Football (2007 – 2011), Dual Credit
courses Spoon River College GPA 4.0/4.0 (August 2009 – May 2011)