Michael Alberts, President & CEO of Jewett City Savings Bank, announced today the hiring of Gene Michael Deary as Vice President, Director of Residential Business Development.
A seasoned leader with nearly 20 years of success in sales and retail lending, before joining the Bank, Deary served as Chief Administrative Officer of Consumer Lending and Payments at Berkshire Bank, where he played a key role in strengthening mortgage lending operations through a community-first strategy built on trusted relationships.
He became part of Berkshire Bank following its acquisition of Savings Institute Bank and Trust Company, where he held the role of Senior Vice President and Director of Retail Lending, responsible for developing and guiding a highly skilled and top-performing residential lending team.
In addition to his accomplishments in residential lending, Deary is widely regarded for his commitment to community service. He has served as President of the Board of Directors for Northeast Opportunities for Wellness (NOW) and is the current President of the Board of Directors for The Arc of Eastern Connecticut, a nonprofit human services agency supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. He also served as Finance Chair to the Town of Brooklyn for more than a decade.
“We’re elated to welcome Gene Michael to Jewett City Savings Bank,” said Alberts. “He is a proven and trusted leader in the consumer lending arena who has given so much to the community through his dedication to lending and support of non-profit organizations.
