Tompkins Names Dunkel SVP Commercial Lending Division Manager
Tompkins announced the promotion of William J. Dunkel to senior vice president, commercial lending division manager. Dunkel most recently served as senior vice president, commercial lending, for the bank’s Westchester market. In his new role, Dunkel will lead the commercial lending division and oversee the operations for the entire Hudson Valley market.
Dunkel began his banking career at Tompkins (then Mahopac National Bank) as a management trainee in 1998, learning multiple positions of the bank. Upon the program’s completion, he entered formal credit training and in 2006 developed into a commercial relationship officer in Putnam County. In 2014, he relocated into the Westchester County market and was responsible for managing loan portfolios of more than $120 million, and handling loan relationships up to $40 million. Prior to Tompkins, Dunkel worked in the construction industry for a home builder.
Dunkel has a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Management Science from State University of New York Cortland. He is president of the board for Habitat for Humanity Putnam County, where he’s been a board member since 2014, and belongs to various chambers and business organizations. Dunkel lives in New Milford, Connecticut with his wife, Lauren, and four children.
“Bill is exceptional in his commitment to and expertise in serving the banking needs of area businesses,” said David DeMilia, president, Hudson Valley. “We are thrilled to see Bill continue to advance with Tompkins and make a positive impact on the communities he serves.”
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Founded in 1836, Tompkins Community Bank serves the Central, Western, and Hudson Valley regions of New York, and the Southeastern region of Pennsylvania. Through their unique local decision-making model, the bank offers personalized service and exceptional responsiveness, while delivering a broad range of products and services for consumers and businesses. Insurance services are offered through Tompkins Insurance Agencies, and wealth management services are available through Tompkins Financial Advisors. Further information is available at www.mahopacbank.com.
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