ATLANTA, March 25, 2016 – Ceto and Associates, a national consulting firm providing consulting services to the financial industry, has promoted Steve Sharp and Michael Emmons to Regional Manager.
Mr. Sharp and Mr. Emmons will be responsible for all business development activities within their respective geographic regions. They will work with other consultants on their teams in the management of their regions, which includes building relationships and working closely with many financial institutions to assist them in reaching their financial objectives through the deployment of strategies that increase revenue, control costs and improve operational performance and efficiency. Their new positions will continue to support the firm’s business plan to develop new client relationships and to educate financial institutions about the firm’s consulting solutions and other vital strategies that can meet their immediate needs.
“I am excited to announce the promotions for Steve and Mike into their new roles as Regional Managers. They have both been so instrumental to our success and growth over the years. We have expanded our practice tremendously, and much of that is attributable to the outstanding efforts and abilities of Steve and Mike. They have demonstrated their experience, professionalism and ability to develop close relationships with our clients and other financial institutions time and time again. Their contributions to the firm have been significant to say the least. And as we continue to evolve and expand, I think it is critical to promote our best and brightest into important leadership roles so that we can better meet the needs of our clients, and continue with our mission of assisting banks and credit unions in meeting their own financial goals. I look forward to their advancement and continued success in providing impactful revenue enhancing and operational effectiveness solutions to our clients,” said Robby Monteith, Senior Vice President of Business Development.
Mr. Sharp joined Ceto and Associates as a consultant where he excelled at developing relationships and new business in his region. During his tenure, he has been promoted to Senior Consultant, Manager, and now Regional Manager. Mr. Sharp has been instrumental in helping financial institutions impact their future revenue growth and long-term profits. In his new position, his exceptional relationship building skills will help the firm continue to reach more financial institutions, which will translate to more institutions realizing their profitability goals.
"I am excited to begin my new role as Regional Manager for Ceto and Associates! I look forward to managing my team and working closely with them to help grow our client base and reach new heights! This opportunity will allow me to grow professionally, as well as provide a great pathway to building new relationships throughout my region," said Steve Sharp, Regional Manager.
Mr. Emmons also joined Ceto and Associates as a consultant and successfully built new relationships with banks and credit unions across the United States and Canada. During his tenure, he has also been promoted from Senior Consultant, to Manager, and to his current position, Regional Manager. Mr. Emmons develops and maintains quality relationships with many clients. His leadership skills will assist his team and the firm in connecting with and helping financial institutions stay competitive in today’s tough banking environment while also helping them to maximize their profitability.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to expand my role at Ceto and Associates. I am excited for this new challenge and look forward to growing our client portfolio with my regional team,” said Michael Emmons, Regional Manager.
About Ceto and Associates
Ceto and Associates, a national consulting firm providing consulting services to the financial industry, specializes in developing and deploying solutions that afford financial institutions the ability to increase their profitability through the implementation of revenue enhancement programs and strategies that improve overall organizational and operational performance and efficiencies. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Atlanta, Ceto and Associates places their clients’ needs in the forefront and designs solutions tailored to their culture, goals and objectives. Ceto and Associates has earned the trust and improved the profitability of more than 1,500 financial institutions in all 50 states.
