Chief <em>What</em> Officer? Banking's New Executive Jobs
July 8, 2013 8:00 AM
Banks are facing new challenges ranging from cyberattacks to funding needs, and many have created special posts to confront those issues. Here are some relatively new titles that have sprung up in recent years. (Image: Thinkstock)
Chief Learning Officer
Last month, Bank of New York Mellon (BK) tapped Dave DeFilippo to become its first chief learning officer . He will develop and implement the company's BNY Mellon University concept. (Image: Thinkstock)
Chief Diversity Officer
Union Bank is among a growing list of financial institutions to add this position . The unit of Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ last year tapped George Ramirez to recruit a diverse array of people to serve in top management posts.
Chief Continuous Improvement Officer
Huntington Bancshares (HBAN) lured Jeff Sturm away from Fiserv to help it find ways to improve customer service and contain costs. (Image: Thinkstock)
Chief Security Officer
Cyberattacks are a concern for banks of all sizes. Virginia Commerce (VCBI) recently promoted Wendy Dunham to the post of chief security officer .
Chief Digital Officer
Insight Bank in Worthington, Ohio, gives a new twist to the role of technology chief. James Fox is responsible for network infrastructure, phone systems and managing the IT staff. He also oversees disaster recovery . (Image: Thinkstock)
Chief Culture Officer
Pam Anderson at First Reliance Bank in Florence, S.C., is responsible for overseeing the bank's corporate culture , along with managing marketing and call center operations.
Chief Deposit Officer
Liquidity is important, and several banks have created a position dedicated to managing deposits. Last August, State Bank Financial (STBZ) in Atlanta appointed Mike Fitzgerald to become chief deposit officer of its bank. (Image: Thinkstock)
