What is the best way to transition from an Associate role to becoming a CRE/Multi-Family Loan Officer?
I've been working as an Associate/Analyst at a $20BB+ regional bank supporting loan officers for the last 18 months on the perm side. My goal is to eventually become a LO however I've received many indications that there is a slim chance of these opportunities ever opening up. 

My current role mainly comprises of the following:

\- pre-screening potential deals on borrower and property levels to ensure a fit with the bank's criteria

\- communication with brokers and direct borrowers on a day-to-day basis from initial receipt of loan request until loan funds

\- leveraging internal relationships with processors, underwriters, appraisal, legal, and environmental teams to ensure loans in pipeline are moving along smoothly

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What are some hard/soft skills I can develop to prepare myself as the right candidate should an LO opportunity eventually present itself? What is the best way to network with individuals already in such a role? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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