Core Viewpoint - Columbia Financial, Inc. has appointed Matthew Smith as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective November 25, 2024, following the retirement of E. Thomas Allen, Jr. on January 31, 2025 [1][3]. Group 1: Leadership Changes - Matthew Smith previously served as Chief Digital Banking Officer and Head of Enterprise Product, Marketing and Transformation at Webster Bank from February 2022 to November 2024 [2]. - Smith has a background in digital banking, having held positions at Sterling National Bank, including Head of Digital Banking and Banking as a Service [2]. - Thomas J. Kemly, President and CEO, expressed confidence in Smith's ability to drive innovation and growth within the company [3]. Group 2: Company Overview - Columbia Financial, Inc. is a Delaware corporation and the mid-tier holding company for Columbia Bank, which operates 68 full-service banking offices [4]. - Columbia Bank provides traditional financial services to consumers and businesses in its market area [4].
Columbia Financial, Inc. Announces Appointment of New Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer