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College of Business Brings Banking Expertise to UH-Downtown Community

(Houston, Texas, April 9, 2007)   Did you ever wonder how small businesses just starting out manage to secure bank loans?  Angela Putnam, vice president of International Bank of Commerce (IBC), explains that and much more.   She is coming to UH-Downtown on April 12 through the College of Business Executive Speakers Series.  

Putnam has been in banking since 1985, demonstrating her tenacity and willingness to work hard.   The praise she earned in each of her four positions catapulted her into the position she holds today with IBC, where she oversees seven IBC locations.   Her responsibilities include sales and profitability of each bank as well as hiring and coaching of staff.  

Putnam's activities include civic service, everything from volunteering for various organizations to serving as President of the Parents Association at Ascension Episcopal School.   She also enjoys educating small business owners about the opportunities available through banking, as is demonstrated on the Lowes contractor site where she explains the types of loans that are appropriate for small businesses.

If you'd like to know more about banking opportunities and the banking business, plan to attend Putnam's presentation at 2:30 in the Wilhemina Culbertson Auditorium.

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