Jonathan Gilbode Named ABA Emerging Leader

Jonathan Gilbode, Senior Vice President, Chief Digital & Product Officer was recognized as an Emerging Leader by the American Bankers Association (ABA). He and other awardees were honored at the ABA Annual Convention on October 20th in Charlotte, North Carolina.

The ABA Emerging Leader Awards identify and recognize the next generation of bank leaders who are committed to the highest standards of achievement and service to the industry and their communities. Developing and guiding future leaders is critical to the industry’s success, as today’s emerging leaders are tomorrow’s decision-makers.

The winners were selected by a steering committee of industry professionals after a review of nominations from across the country. The qualities and characteristics the committee evaluated as judging criteria included dedication to the profession, inventiveness, leadership skills, mentoring ability, personal integrity, tenure at the bank and broader commitment to a career in banking, sustained career progress, and academic training, including advanced degrees and certificates/certifications. The ABA recognized twelve individuals with this distinction.

“We are thrilled to congratulate Jonathan on this recognition! This is a testament to his exceptional leadership, forward-thinking mindset, and unwavering commitment to excellence. He consistently brings insight and integrity to everything he does, and we are incredibly lucky to have him on our Executive Team.” – Timothy Bergstrom, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, Thomaston Savings Bank

Jonathan has worked at the Bank for 19 years, starting out his career as a teller, and holding various positions of increasing responsibility throughout his time with the Bank. Mr. Gilbode is a dedicated lifelong learner with a strong foundation in business and finance. He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Western Connecticut State University in 2012, after completing the Connecticut School of Finance & Management in 2011. He went on to receive his MBA from the University of New Haven in 2018. In 2020, Jonathan further advanced his expertise by graduating from the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking and completed an executive leadership program at The Wharton School.

Jonathan is committed to serving his community inside and outside of the office. He currently serves on the board of Waterbury, CT based NEST and volunteers to support the fundraising efforts of the United Way of Greater Waterbury. He currently resides in Watertown with his wife, Carla, and their three children.