James Vargo

James Vargo, CPA, CTP, CGMA, MBA, currently serves as Senior Vice President of Business Development at Associated Bank, where responsibilities include expanding the Asset Based Lending group and enhancing customer service for new and existing relationships. Previous experience includes Senior Vice President roles at PNC, Bibby Financial Services, and Wells Fargo Bank, focusing on business development, market expansion, and client relationship management. James held CFO positions at HomeDirect USA and The Bekins Company, overseeing significant revenues and managing large teams. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance and an MBA in Finance from Northern Illinois University.