Charles Ray Gurley Jr. serves as the Director of Commercial Lending at Liberty Bank, spearheading the bank’s commercial lending initiatives since 2021. With a deep-seated expertise in commercial lending and underwriting, especially in the small business to middle-market sectors, his background is fortified by a Juris Doctor, an M.S. in Accounting, an M.B.A. in Management, and a B.A. in Business Administration. Charles has held significant leadership roles at Wells Fargo, First Bank, among others, demonstrating his prowess in strategic planning, sales, marketing, and staff development. His commitment to civic involvement is evident through his active participation in community and professional organizations, embodying a blend of professional excellence and community service.