Kathy Pickett

Kathy Pickett is an accomplished banking professional with extensive experience in commercial relationship management and business banking. Currently serving as the VP Commercial Relationship Manager at Columbia Credit Union since September 2021, Kathy previously held the position of Vice President Business Banking Officer at First Citizens Bank, where significant accomplishments included closing $11.5 million in loans in 2020 and generating new business relationships primarily in commercial real estate and C&I lending. Prior experience at U.S. Bank involved roles such as VP Business Banking Officer 3 and Branch Manager 3, where Kathy consistently exceeded loan goals, mentored retail partners, and led cross-department initiatives. Educational qualifications include a diploma in Management Travel from Associated Schools and a certificate in Business Administration and Management from the University of North Carolina AFSA School of Management.