Dogwood State Bank
Natasha Austin, CFMP, has a diverse work experience spanning over 15 years. Natasha is currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at Dogwood State Bank, a role they have held since September 2020. Prior to this, they served as the Chief Administrative Officer at the same company from July 2018 to September 2020.
Before joining Dogwood State Bank, Natasha worked at F.N.B. Corporation as the Manager of Marketing for the Carolinas from April 2017 to March 2018. Natasha also held various roles at Yadkin Bank, including Director of Public Relations and Corporate Communications from March 2016 to April 2017, and Director of Marketing from May 2011 to March 2016.
Natasha's early career includes positions at ADESA as the eBusiness Manager from November 2009 to June 2011, Porsche Cars North America as a Senior Pre-Owned Analyst from September 2008 to November 2009, and Manheim as a Sales Representative from January 2007 to September 2008.
Natasha began their professional journey at Merrill Lynch as a Financial Advisor from January 2005 to January 2007. Natasha's extensive background in finance, marketing, and operations showcases their expertise in these areas throughout their career.
Natasha Austin, CFMP completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School, where they studied from 1998 to 2002.
Dogwood State Bank
Dogwood State Bank is a North Carolina state-chartered community bank headquartered in Raleigh with approximately $1 billion in total assets. The organization provides a wide range of banking products and services through its online offerings and branch offices in North Carolina. In May of 2019, Dogwood completed a $100 million recapitalization of Sound Bank creating a dynamic organization poised for growth. Dogwood’s Board of Directors and Executive Management team bring a collective strength of over 200 years of banking experience, positioning the organization as an industry leader. Dogwood is focused on becoming the bank for businesses, business owners, professionals, and their employees and redefining what it means to BANK LOCAL. By leveraging leadership, investing in technology, and committing to personalized customer service, Dogwood is changing the landscape of community banking. Dogwood has 7 locations serving communities across North Carolina.