Jake Defee is a seasoned banking professional with extensive experience in senior leadership roles. Currently serving as Senior Vice President at SmartBank since August 2017, Jake has previously held positions as Market President at Regions Bank from July 2013 to August 2017, and as Vice President, Business Banking Relationship Manager at both Wells Fargo Bank N.A. and Regions Bank. Jake's career began at GE Capital, where a progression from Field Service Representative to Regional Manager in the Inventory Finance Division was achieved over a span of 15 years. Jake holds a degree from Auburn University.