Turner Gaw is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in business development and lending, particularly for franchise and small businesses. Currently serving as a Senior Business Development Officer at Northwest Bank since June 2024, Gaw previously held notable positions including Vice President and SBA Relationship Manager at Encore Bank, Vice President and Franchise Lending Specialist at North State Bank, and Vice President of Small Business Lending at Simmons Bank. Early career roles include leadership in marketing and business development at TDO Strategic Services, and as Director of Family and Business Services at Union Planters Bank. Gaw's foundational experience began as Financial Advisor at Prudential Securities and the role of President and CEO at Attain, Incorporated. Gaw holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Lipscomb University.