Yamarie Figueroa Matias
Yamarie Figueroa Matias is a versatile and solutions-focused professional currently serving as a Consumer & Community Banking Account Specialist at JPMorgan Chase. A U.S. Army veteran and former combat medic, she brings over a decade of hands-on experience in emergency, geriatric, and residential medical care. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Yamarie is known for her ability to quickly adapt to new roles, master technologies, and deliver results with precision and integrity. Her career journey reflects a seamless transition from healthcare to financial services, leveraging her leadership, problem-solving, and customer-focused skills to make a meaningful impact.
In her role at JPMorgan Chase, Yamarie manages high-volume customer interactions, providing financial guidance, troubleshooting accounts, and supporting newly hired account specialists as a peer and development coach. She actively participates in company business resource groups, volunteer initiatives, and community engagement events, including efforts to support military spouses and local philanthropic causes. Her professional philosophy emphasizes integrity, continuous learning, and applying transferable skills from past experiences to excel in new challenges.
Committed to both personal and professional growth, Yamarie is pursuing an Associate’s degree in Business Management, a Bachelor’s in Healthcare Management, and a Project Management certification. Outside of work, she is a proud mother of two, an avid theater enthusiast, and enjoys outdoor activities, fantasy literature, video games, and exploring diverse cultures and cuisines. Yamarie’s dedication to service, education, and community underscores her drive to lead by example and make a lasting difference in every environment she enters.
• Certificate of Completion
• Certificate of Appreciation
• Certificate of Achievement
• Certificate of Creativity
• Employee of the Month
• Honorable Discharge
• Certificate of Training
• Regimental Affiliation Award
• University of Maryland Global Campus - BS
• Junior Achievement of Central Maryland
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would tell young women entering my industry that your career journey is never defined by a single role. Every experience you have builds your skills, perspective, and resilience, giving you the foundation to pivot and grow throughout your career. Embrace opportunities to learn, stay open to new challenges, and be willing to apply the skills you’ve gained in different contexts.
Your path doesn’t need to follow a straight line—persevere under pressure, leverage your transferable experience, and continue learning. Show up authentically, trust your abilities, and remember that every step along the way contributes to your growth as a professional and as a person.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field right now is navigating the economic pressures, particularly those caused by inflation and government shutdowns. These factors have directly affected our customer base, which includes many military and contractor families here in Maryland. At the same time, these challenges present opportunities to innovate, strengthen relationships, and find creative ways to serve our community more effectively. Adapting to change and responding proactively allows us to not only overcome obstacles but also build long-term resilience.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity is the cornerstone of everything I do, both in my work and personal life. I believe in being honest, reliable, and consistent in my actions, making decisions that align with my values even when it’s challenging. Upholding integrity fosters trust, strengthens relationships, and ensures that the work I do has a positive and lasting impact.
Locations
JPMorganChase
Havre De Grace, MD 21078