Jim Babbage

Jim Babbage is an accomplished financial professional with extensive experience in commercial banking and relationship management. Currently serving as Senior Vice President at First Bank since November 2023, Jim specializes in managing the Community First Financial Resources Religious Banking Team and collaborating with ministries and schools for growth. Prior roles include Director of Commercial Banking at AdelFi, where Jim managed the Commercial Loan and Banking Sales Team, and Senior Vice President of CRE Sales at First Bank, focusing on non-profit organizations. Additionally, Jim worked as a Relationship Manager and Commercial Loan Specialist at ECCU, where Jim built a successful portfolio during the financial crisis. Educational achievements include a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Geography from California State University, Fullerton, and a Certificate of Pastoral Ministry from Calvary Chapel School of Ministry.