Kiara Strickland

Kiara Strickland, MBA, has extensive experience in the banking sector, currently serving as Vice President, Learning & Development Specialist II, Project Management at Ameris Bank since May 2018. In this role, Kiara collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives and develops complex learning solutions. Previously, Kiara held the position of Vice President - Branch Manager II, overseeing branch operations and leading sales and service teams, as well as serving as a Personal Banker III/Consumer Lender, where a focus on customer experience and product knowledge was paramount. Prior to Ameris Bank, Kiara worked at CoreCivic as a Correctional Counselor and Correctional Officer. Kiara possesses a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from South University, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the same institution.