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Westfield Bank Announces Promotion of Kelly Pignatare

Kelly Pignatare

WESTFIELD — Westfield Bank announced the promotion of Kelly Pignatare to first vice president, manager of Retail Banking and Business & Government Deposit Services.

Pignatare has more than two decades of banking experience, in both retail and business capacities. In her new role, she aims to drive deposit and loan growth, as well as customer service excellence, across all Westfield Bank branch locations, as well as the bank’s Business & Government Deposit Services Department, responsible for providing deposit and cash management services to commercial and municipal customers.

“Kelly brings a valuable blend of experience, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to community,” said Kevin O’Connor, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Westfield Bank. “We’re excited to see her continued growth at Westfield Bank and are confident in her ability to lead the Retail Banking and Business & Government Deposit Services teams.”

Pignatare has served in many roles at Westfield Bank, most recently as a vice president and regional manager. In 2023, she graduated from the New England School for Financial Studies, completing an intensive two-year program for banking professionals.

She is also deeply involved with the community and serves as a board member for the Pathlight advisory board and the Pioneer Valley Conference for Women, where she was chosen as a panelist for the 2025 conference held earlier this year.