Rod McWalters

Rod McWalters possesses extensive experience in investment and loan portfolio management, having held senior positions at several prestigious financial institutions. McWalters retired from banking while managing investment books that included loans, bonds, and credit default swaps at Island Harvest Food Bank. As Managing Director at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, McWalters established a Loan Portfolio Management function for the Americas Division and drove cultural changes. At Royal Bank of Scotland Group, McWalters managed over $80 billion in commitments and significantly reduced the loan portfolio. Previous roles include SVP at Commerzbank AG, where McWalters achieved substantial average returns on equity, and Director at UBS, focusing on syndicated loans. McWalters began a career in finance as Assistant Treasurer at Deutsche Bank, gaining foundational knowledge in syndicated loans. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree from the University at Albany.