Kathleen M. Reilly has been named as Branch Manager at the Key Bank branch in Pound Ridge, located at 56 Westchester Ave.
Mrs. Reilly is a Somers, NY resident has over 30 years of experience in small business banking, business development, coaching and the creation and delivery of successful sales programs. She brings a valuable skillset to the Pound Ridge bank that complements its local focus.
In her role, Mrs. Reilly oversees a team of bankers in sales activities and delivering superior customer service, managing daily banking operations, and developing relationships with businesses, individuals, nonprofits and municipalities in Pound Ridge and surrounding communities.
“I am very proud to be with KeyBank, where I can use my 30 years of banking experience to serve customers and the community. I was attracted to the bank because of its commitment to the local markets, the emphasis on volunteerism and the willingness to meet client challenges by being creative and forward thinking. I am excited to devote my energy and skills to Key Bank and the local market!” said Mrs. Reilly.
The banking veteran has coached hundreds of bankers in New York and Connecticut throughout her career, resulting in increased business relationships, product sales and loan growth. Mrs. Reilly previously served as VP/Small Business Coach at Citibank in Somers, NY, where she worked with a team of bankers to engage and help small business owners succeed. Under her leadership, the bank increased bookings by 83% over three quarters.
Prior to that, she served as VP/Small Business Sales Development at Webster Bank in Waterbury, CT.
Mrs. Reilly earned her master’s degree in business administration from the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut and her bachelor’s degree in mathematics & computer science from Mercy College, located in nearby Dobbs Ferry.
An active volunteer in her community, Mrs. Reilly is a member of the steering committee for T.E.A.M Tuskers, a one-to-one mentoring program for students in the Somers school system. She is also a member of the Bedford-Armonk Rotary Club. In addition, she previously served as a Somers Girl Scouts Troop Leader and Service Unit Manager from 2000-2014.