These functions will be attained through the strategic execution of initiatives and sales management & development activities within Personal & Business Banking ("PBB"). The top priority for the FSM is Branch Colleague Sales Production, and the FSM is ultimately responsible for the branch colleague sales production results. Credit Oversight, Client Relationship Management and Training and Development are all focused on developing skills & acumen of branch colleagues and providing an optimal client experience, which result in increased sales production. The FSM partners with the Regional Banking Manager ("RBM") in the creation of the regional sales plan, and then the FSM executes the plan by managing the sales process and actively engaging in developing training for all areas of the region. The FSM helps to ensure branch colleagues in their region have a consistent, clearly defined business development plan and process which incorporates disciplined sales and service practices focused on both client acquisition and relationship retention/expansion to maximize branch and regional profitability. They develop consistent management routines to drive results, share best practices, manage performance, set clear expectations, and keep the sales force focused on the established goals. This position reports directly to the Division Field Sales Manager ("DFSM") and works collaboratively with the RBM.