Tracy Ward

Tracy Ward possesses extensive experience in the financial services sector, currently serving as Executive Staff at Self-Help Credit Union since April 2004, where responsibilities include supporting strategic program development and managing key partnerships. Previously, Tracy held the position of Director and Vice President of the SBA 504 Loan Program, leading compliance and performance initiatives while collaborating with SBA leadership to amend program regulations. As a member of the PPP Leadership Team, Tracy contributed to the successful deployment of $253 million in COVID-19 relief, with a focus on supporting communities of color. Tracy's earlier roles include serving as a Commercial Underwriter and Vice President, evaluating small business loan proposals, and as an Attorney at Moore & Van Allen, specializing in corporate finance transactions. Tracy's legal career began as a Judicial Clerk for the Honorable K. Edward Greene at the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Tracy holds a JD from the University of North Carolina School of Law and a BA in English and History from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.