Jessica Rath-Purkiss

Jessica Rath-Purkiss has extensive experience in the banking industry, with a focus on fair lending and compliance. Jessica currently serves as the Vice President and Fair Lending Officer at Superior National Bank since July 2021. Previously, they worked at Independent Bank for seven years as a Fair and Responsible Banking Officer. Prior to that, they held the position of Senior Fair Lending Data Specialist at Cole Taylor Bank and Compliance Analyst at Masco Cabinetry. Jessica also has teaching experience as an Adjunct Professor at Adrian College from 2011 to 2016. Jessica began their career at Comerica Bank, where they held various roles, including Risk & Compliance Officer, Compliance Officer, Fraud Prevention Analyst II, and Assistant Branch Manager.

Jessica Rath-Purkiss pursued their undergraduate education at Adrian College from 1997 to 2001, where they earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus on Management and Economics. Following their undergraduate studies, they attended Siena Heights University from 2001 to 2003, achieving a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Organizational Leadership. Prior to their higher education, Jessica Rath-Purkiss also attended Dundee High School, although no specific degree or field of study information was provided for this time.