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Berkshire Bank Promotes Greg Saint John to SVP, Deputy Chief Credit Officer



Albany, New York – Berkshire Bank, a leading, socially responsible community bank with financial centers in New England and New York, announces that Greg Saint John, an experienced credit officer and banking industry veteran, was promoted to senior vice president, deputy chief credit officer & commercial credit director. He will report directly to Executive Vice President, Chief Credit Officer Philip Jurgeleit.  

“I’m pleased to welcome Greg to the Credit leadership team with his expanded responsibilities as deputy chief credit officer,” stated Jurgeleit. “Greg’s vast experience, knowledge of Berkshire Bank, its customers and communities will help strengthen Berkshire as it continues on its path toward becoming a high-performing, leading, socially responsible community bank,” added Jurgeleit.

“As a Berkshire Banker since 2010, I am looking forward to utilizing my broad background to continue to elevate Berkshire’s strong culture of credit risk management while enhancing relationships with all our stakeholders,” stated Saint John.  

To learn more, visit https://www.berkshirebank.com/About/Whats-New/News-Media/Press-and-Media-Releases-21-23/Berkshire-Bank-Promotes-Greg-Saint-John-to-SVP-Dep

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