Amy Ellenson
@amyellenson
Results-driven financial professional with expertise in fraud detection.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven financial professional with over 10 years of experience in fraud detection, risk mitigation, and team leadership. My career has been marked by a proven track record in identifying and resolving various fraud cases, including wire, account, check, and credit card fraud. I have a strong ability to coach high-performing teams and streamline processes to reduce losses effectively.
Currently, I serve as the Assistant Vice President of Mortgage Lending at Oostburg State Bank, where I focus on mortgage loan growth while ensuring regulatory compliance and managing risk. I lead and mentor a team of loan officers, fostering a high-performance culture and building strong relationships with key business partners. My commitment to compliance and risk management has been instrumental in mitigating lending risks and enforcing strict adherence to anti-fraud policies.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and a keen interest in finding solutions for clients facing challenges. I am adept at remote collaboration using Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and CRM tools, and I am now seeking a remote Operations Coach role to leverage my expertise in debit/ATM fraud strategy and team development.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Vice President of Mortgage Lending
Oostburg State Bank
Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)
Served on the Leadership Team, Officer Loan Committee, and Community Focus Team, focusing on mortgage loan growth while ensuring regulatory compliance and managing risk. Led, mentored, and managed a team of loan officers, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring effective staff performance and development.
Loan Officer
Shoreline Credit Union
Aug 2024 - Present (11 months)
Proficiently utilized loan origination systems, including Encompass, and implemented member tracking software to enhance client follow-ups. Analyzed financial data and credit reports to determine loan eligibility, maintaining high accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Mortgage Loan Processor
JPMorgan Chase
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 3 months)
Received multiple annual accommodations for performance and consistently ranked #1 in the company fulfillment program, bringing over $9.8 million in Q4 2024. Set up and reviewed loan applications, assessed risk, verified financial documents, and ensured compliance.
Assistant Branch Manager
U.S. Bank
Mar 2017 - Present (8 years 4 months)
Identified and resolved cases of wire fraud, account fraud, check fraud, and credit card fraud, significantly reducing branch losses. Led district-wide training on digital security practices, resulting in top 5 rankings for customer digital engagement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UW State - Town Campus
Continuing Education, Business Administration
Activities and societies: Fraud prevention and Leadership courses through NCUA and Coursera taken through the NCUA, Coursera, Harvard Online, and the County Chamber of Commerce.
Completed various courses focusing on fraud prevention and leadership. Gained expertise in identifying and resolving fraud cases, and developing strategic plans for financial operations.
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