Maureen Baker is a seasoned SBA Lending and Business Development Officer with over 15 years of experience supporting small businesses through expert loan origination, structuring, and portfolio management. Throughout her career, Maureen has demonstrated a deep expertise in SBA lending, having originated and managed complex credit transactions, including SBA 7(a) and 504 loans for business acquisitions, commercial real estate, and working capital solutions.
Currently serving as Managing Director, National SBA Business Development Officer at CIBC Bank, USA, Maureen is recognized for her strategic approach to sourcing and funding SBA loans, consistently exceeding production and deposit goals. Her tenure at Citibank N.A. as Vice President, SBA Business Development Officer, was marked by her integral role in expanding Citi’s SBA 7(a) program and her leadership in driving loan production well beyond targets.
Maureen’s SBA expertise is complemented by a broad background in conventional lending. She has held senior positions at institutions such as JPMorgan Chase, Citibank Commercial Banking, and Pursuit, where she managed complex client relationships, structured diverse loan products, and provided consultative financial solutions. She has also contributed to industry education through lending panels and played a vital role in supporting MWBE businesses during COVID-19 relief efforts.
Maureen holds an MBA from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, TX and a Bachelor of Science in Business from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN. Â She is committed to professional development, having completed advanced training in commercial credit, risk management, and sales at leading financial institutions.
