Lynne Herndon – Phoenix city president, BBVA Compass Bank

Herndon, who has worked in the banking industry for roughly 25 years, oversees the business lending activities in Phoenix for commercial lending and commercial real estate lending, including treasury management and deposits. Total loans outstanding under management are $950 million. Herndon also serves as the 2012-2013 chairman of the board of directors for the Arizona Bankers Association (AzBA). She earned her bachelor’s degree and MBA from the University of Alabama.

Surprising fact: “I love rock ’n’ roll music and I go to about 20 concerts a year.”

Biggest challenge: “Keeping the sales team motivated during the 2008 downturn was challenging. Frequent communication as well as positive feedback for good work was critical.”

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