Ronald Gregory Tascarella
About Ronald Gregory Tascarella
Ronald Gregory Tascarella serves as the First Vice President and Chief Lending Officer at Pathfinder Bank, where he oversees multiple lending teams and emphasizes customer service and community engagement. He has a strong background in commercial lending and credit management, having previously held leadership roles at M&T Bank and Community Bank, N.A.
Work at Pathfinder Bank
Ronald Gregory Tascarella serves as the First Vice President and Chief Lending Officer at Pathfinder Bank. He has held this position since 2016, overseeing the management and administration of various teams, including Business Lending, Residential Lending, Investment Services, and Business Deposit. Tascarella focuses on strategic leadership and operational oversight of lending and investment services, ensuring effective service delivery and community engagement.
Previous Roles in Banking
Before joining Pathfinder Bank, Tascarella worked at M&T Bank as Vice President and Relationship Manager in Middle Market Commercial Banking from 2008 to 2016. He also held the position of Commercial Credit Analyst at Community Bank, N.A. from 2006 to 2008. These roles contributed to his extensive experience in commercial lending and credit analysis.
Education and Expertise
Tascarella earned his Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Syracuse University - Martin J. Whitman School of Management, completing the program from 2011 to 2014. He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a Minor in Economics from the State University of New York College at Oswego, where he studied from 2003 to 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and lending operations.
Community Engagement Focus
In his role at Pathfinder Bank, Tascarella emphasizes customer service and community engagement. His leadership approach integrates these elements into the bank's operations, fostering strong relationships with clients and the community. This focus aligns with the bank's mission to serve local needs effectively.