Tompkins VIST Bank Announces Bank President & CEO, Scott L. Gruber to Retire; Ginger G. Kunkel Appointed Successor
December 01 2021 - 10:22AM
Business Wire
The Board of Directors of Tompkins VIST Bank today announced
that Scott L. Gruber will retire as president and CEO of Tompkins
VIST Bank after nearly nine years of service to the company. In
anticipation of his retirement, Tompkins VIST Bank worked to assure
a smooth transition of leadership and is delighted to announce the
appointment of Ginger G. Kunkel to chief operating officer, before
she assumes leadership next year upon Gruber’s retirement. He will
support the transition process during the early part of the year,
retiring in the second quarter, 2022.
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Scott Gruber (Photo: Business Wire)
Gruber joined Tompkins VIST Bank in 2013 as president and CEO.
He currently sits on the board of directors of the bank and is an
executive vice president of the bank holding company, Tompkins
Financial Corp., and a member of its senior leadership team. Gruber
is active in community service through various nonprofit boards and
other leadership roles throughout the market. He was recently named
to the Lehigh Valley Business’ Power 30 for Banking &
Finance.
“Scott demonstrated extraordinary business acumen as he grew the
bank, strengthened its balance sheet and enhanced shareholder value
during his tenure. He leaves the bank well positioned for future
growth and continued high performance,” said Tompkins VIST Bank
Board Chair Alfred J. Weber. “I would like to thank him personally,
and on behalf of the Board, for his contributions to Tompkins VIST
Bank.”
Steve Romaine, president & CEO of Tompkins Financial Corp.
added, “Scott’s commitment to the communities he serves and the
people he leads is truly remarkable. He brings a strong moral code
and driving passion to everything he does, continually delivering
on his promise to clients, communities and employees. He has been
instrumental to the success of the bank. I wish him all the best in
his retirement.”
New Leadership, Same Values
A career Pennsylvania banker, Ginger Kunkel is well known
throughout the financial services community for her expertise in
commercial, retail, operational and executive management. Her
experience in driving a full spectrum of revenue generating
businesses make her an ideal fit to lead Tompkins VIST Bank well
into the future. She most recently was SEVP, chief operating
officer for Riverview Bank & Riverview Financial Corporation,
headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. “Ginger’s collaborative
style, digital innovation experience and adaptable approach to
problem solving make her an excellent cultural fit at Tompkins,”
said Weber. “She shares the same values as Tompkins and
demonstrates her deep commitment to our communities through her
activities and involvement in various nonprofit boards and business
and community organizations. Ginger is well known as an outstanding
banking talent in our market and, along with the entire board, I
welcome her and look forward to working with her as she builds on
the success initiated by Scott Gruber.”
“It has truly been an honor to lead Tompkins VIST Bank,” said
Gruber. “The company’s vision and values, as a community bank,
closely align with my personal values, so it has been an excellent
fit for me. The team of people here at the bank are exceptional and
truly committed to serving the needs of our communities and I
remain grateful for their support. I look forward to working with
Ginger during the transition and I have the utmost confidence in
her ability to lead the bank and deliver sustainable
excellence.”
Leadership Transition of Chief Lending Officer
In concert with Gruber’s departure, Gary Moyer, EVP & chief
lending officer, will also retire during the second quarter of
2022. “Gary has done an outstanding job leading the lending efforts
of Tompkins VIST Bank over the past nearly nine years. His
disciplined approach to credit quality, knowledge of the
marketplace and ability to build relationships has positioned
Tompkins VIST Bank well for the future,” said Gruber. James
Whitton, SVP & regional market leader, will succeed Gary as
chief lending officer. Jim, a long-time banker, has been with
Tompkins VIST Bank since 2013, focusing on building business in the
eastern counties of Pennsylvania. Gruber added, “Jim has proven to
be an outstanding leader during his tenure and, as a key member of
Gary’s team, will work with him over the upcoming months to ensure
a smooth transition.”
About Tompkins Financial
Corporation
Tompkins Financial Corporation is a financial services company
serving the Central, Western, and Hudson Valley regions of New York
and the Southeastern region of Pennsylvania. Headquartered in
Ithaca, NY, Tompkins Financial is parent to Tompkins Trust Company,
Tompkins Bank of Castile, Tompkins Mahopac Bank, Tompkins VIST
Bank, Tompkins Insurance Agencies, Inc., and offers wealth
management services through Tompkins Financial Advisors. For more
information on Tompkins Financial, visit
www.tompkinsfinancial.com.
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