Robert McDaniel

Robert McDaniel serves as Area President at SmartBank since April 2024, bringing extensive experience from previous roles as Market President at United Community Bank and BBVA in the USA. At BBVA, Robert managed commercial and business banking operations while leading a team dedicated to delivering exceptional client experiences in the Gainesville market. Prior positions include City President and Senior Lender at Compass Bank, where Robert established a Corporate Loan Production office in Atlanta targeting large middle-market clients. Academic credentials include a B.S. in Finance from Auburn University, an MBA in Finance from Emory University's Goizueta Business School, and completion of an Executive Management Program at The University of Texas at Austin.