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C.J. Tate, MBA has a diverse range of work experience. Cletus “C.J.” began their career in 2012 as an intern with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, where they gained valuable knowledge in wildlife conservation and community outreach. From 2013 to 2015, they served as an Assistant Managing Director at Mars Hill University, demonstrating their ability to provide effective leadership and facilitate communication within a team. In 2015, they transitioned into the entertainment industry as a performer at the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show, showcasing their acting and dancing skills. In 2018, they worked as a Box Office Supervisor at Fee/Hedrick Family Entertainment, overseeing ticket sales and ensuring smooth operations. In 2019, C.J. Tate joined Maxim Healthcare Services as a Habilitation Technician, providing support and care to individuals with developmental disabilities. Later that year, they moved into the banking sector and held multiple roles starting from a Financial Services Representative, Personal Banker, and Relationship Banker, where they excelled in building and maintaining client relationships while achieving sales targets. Cletus “C.J.” then served as a Retail Branch Manager/Banking Officer, Assistant Branch Manager/Banking Officer, and Assistant Vice President/Lender at Citizens National Bank, demonstrating their expertise in managing branch operations, customer service, and loan evaluation. Most recently, they worked at World Choice Investments as an auditor and a Guest Services Lead, showcasing their attention to detail and ability to provide exceptional customer support. C.J. Tate's work experience reflects their versatility, leadership abilities, and strong customer focus.

Cletus "C.J." Tate, MBA holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Banking and Financial Services from Tennessee Technological University, which they obtained from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, they completed a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Criminal Justice from Mars Hill University, from 2009 to 2013. C.J. also obtained a High School Diploma from Walnut Ridge High School in 2009. Cletus “C.J.” has further expanded their knowledge and skills through various additional certifications, including Python Quick Start and Python for Non-Programmers from LinkedIn, NMLS from the NMLS, Accounting Foundations: Managerial Accounting from LinkedIn, and Financial Accounting Part 1 from LinkedIn.