The Tampa Bay Chamber is proud to recognize Kristin Howard as our Ambassador of the Quarter for the 2nd Quarter of 2024. Volunteering as a Chamber Ambassador for just over 7 years, Kristin has been a dedicated champion of the Chamber by making our members feel appreciated and celebrated by regularly connecting with them, delivering anniversary gift bags and attending their Ribbon Cutting celebrations. As a volunteer Chamber Ambassador, Kristin strengthens ties with both new and existing members. She has successfully brought in new members, expanding the Chamber’s network and influence.
Kristin is an Assistant Vice President and Middle Market Associate Relationship Manager for Fifth Third Bank. She has more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry and is skilled in business relationship management, outside business development, sales, and networking.
Kristin began her career at Fifth Third in 2010 as a Licensed Personal Banker and then a Financial Center Manager, where she earned multiple recognitions including being a President’s Circle winner. In 2023, she completed the Commercial Middle Market Leadership Development Program at Fifth Third that included 18 months of training in the areas of credit solutions and Middle Market relationship management.
Kristin is a sixth generation native Floridian who attended St. Petersburg College and the University of Florida. She is passionate about the community and currently serves as an Ambassador Committee member with the Tampa Bay Chamber and regularly delivers financial education to students in the Derrick Brooks Charities Brooks Bunch Business Academy. Kristin resides in Clearwater with her husband and two children.
Thank you Kristin for your support, dedication and contributions exemplify the spirit of community that is vital to our organization!