Chris Bacola

Chris Bacola is an experienced banking professional with a substantial background in commercial lending and relationship management. Currently serving as a Commercial Relationship Manager at United Community Bank since November 2021, Chris has previously held senior leadership positions at Aquesta Bank as SVP - Lake Norman Market Executive, HomeTrust Bank as Senior Vice President - Relationship Manager, and First National Bank as Senior Vice President - Commercial Banking Team Leader. Additional experience includes roles at Yadkin Bank and RBC Centura Bank, where Chris developed expertise in market management and commercial banking. Academic qualifications include a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Lynchburg and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Management from Liberty University, complemented by training at the NC Banking School.