VP of Indirect Lending
BECU

Jayson Amandus is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in the financial services and indirect lending industry. As the Vice President of Indirect Lending at BECU, Jayson plays a pivotal role in leading Washington’s primary auto lender and spearheading process improvements to ensure simplicity, seamlessness, and frictionless experiences for both members and dealer partners. Under his guidance, his team effectively manages a vast network of 380 dealerships across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and South Carolina, resulting in an impressive $2.5 billion Indirect auto and RV portfolio. 

Before joining BECU, Jayson honed his expertise as the Regional Auto Relationship Management Manager at Wells Fargo, where he focused on the Seattle and Portland, Oregon markets. Prior to that, he gained valuable experience as an underwriter and dealership relationship manager at AmeriCredit. His career began as a Senior Underwriter for Ford Motor Credit Company under the prestigious Ford College Graduate Program. 

To complement his extensive professional background, Jayson holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with an economics emphasis from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, Jayson recently completed the Pacific Coast Banking School in September 2022. 

Beyond his impressive career achievements, Jayson is deeply involved in community engagement. He actively serves on the board at Northwest Center, advocating for the empowerment of the disability community. In his personal life, Jayson finds immense joy in spending quality time with his loving wife and two children. He nurtures his passion for outdoor activities, including skiing, golfing, mountain biking, and traveling. As a devoted sports enthusiast, Jayson is an avid supporter of the Nebraska Cornhuskers. 

With his wealth of experience, unwavering dedication, and commitment to making a positive impact, Jayson Amandus continues to thrive as a dynamic leader in the financial services industry while maintaining a well-rounded and fulfilling personal life.

The Auto Finance Summit provides attendees with networking and professional development opportunities, with sessions on capital markets and funding costs, EV financing and the future of underwriting along with interactive roundtables.  

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