Steve Penza

Steve Penza is an experienced finance professional with over 20 years of expertise in SBA and USDA government guaranteed lending. Currently serving as Vice President and SBA/USDA Relationship Manager at SouthState Bank since June 2022, Steve previously held the role of Preferred Government Guaranteed Lender at First Port City Bank. Previous positions include Vice President at Center State Bank and CBC National Bank, where financing services for small businesses across Florida and Georgia were provided. Early in the career, Steve held Vice President positions at various banks, including Comerica Bank and First National Bank NW Florida, focusing on business development and SBA loan origination. Steve holds a degree in Business Management from Providence College.