Employee Spotlight: Maria Smith

Maria Smith has quickly become an invaluable asset to the AdvantageFirst Lending team, bringing her robust customer service background from the banking sector to her role as a Senior Loan Processor. Maria’s commitment to excellence and her innate ability to foster meaningful relationships stand out. She goes above and beyond to ensure her clients’ needs are met, emphasizing trust and open communication as key to successful partnerships. Maria’s dedication to her work and her eagerness to grow her expertise make her a standout member of our team. Her positive attitude and client-focused approach are why Maria is our Employee Spotlight. Learn more about Maria below.

How long have you been at AFL:
Been at AFL since 11/09/2020.

What is your role:
Role is Sr Processor.

Before working here, what was an interesting job you had:
Before working at AFL, I did not have an interesting job, I was a Banker at Wells Fargo.

What has been your favorite part of working here:
Off tops, the best part about working at AFL is the culture and the people that make AFL.

If you could do any other job here, what would it be:
If I could do any other job at AFL, it would be to train new processors.

What hobbies and interests do you have outside of work:
Hobbies and interests- I love going to comedy shows, trying new restaurants, and going to nurseries.

What is your hidden talent:
I do not have a hidden talent.

What is your favorite quote:
"Learning without thought is useless. Thought without learning is dangerous." – Confucius