GSB promotes four top leaders as it prepares to become Ascend Bank
GSB has promoted four key executives as it prepares to rebrand as Ascend Bank in July, according to a community announcement.
Alex Sulpasso has been promoted to executive vice president and chief operating officer. Sulpasso, a long-time leader at GSB, will now oversee retail and business banking, digital banking, the access banking center, deposit operations and loan servicing. Sulpasso is known for his innovative thinking and community-focused approach, according to the announcement.
Bryan Mierzejewski has been named executive vice president and technology officer. In his new role, Mierzejewski will oversee technology, project management and facilities. He has a 14-year track record of leading cross-functional technology initiatives, which will support GSB’s efforts to remain agile, secure and client-centric in a rapidly changing digital environment.
Christine Beirne has been promoted to first executive vice president and chief talent and culture officer. In this expanded role, Beirne will continue to oversee human resources operations, learning and development, and internal communications. She also remains the corporate secretary for GSB MHC, GSB Bancorp and GSB Bank. Beirne’s leadership in fostering a culture rooted in servant leadership and continuous improvement has been central to the bank’s people-first philosophy, according to the announcement.
Lyle Fulton has been named first executive vice president and chief lending officer. Fulton will continue to oversee commercial, residential and consumer lending, with an expanded focus on growing lending services throughout Eastern Connecticut. With decades of lending and executive experience, Fulton remains a driving force behind the bank’s responsible growth and strategic credit expansion, according to the announcement.
“These appointments reflect both the incredible talent within our organization and our long-standing commitment to developing leaders from within,” GSB President and CEO Kyle Eagleson said in the announcement. “Christine, Lyle, Alex and Bryan are exemplary stewards of our culture and values. Their leadership will be critical as we continue to grow and evolve to serve our communities and clients better.”
The promotions are part of a broader strategic alignment ahead of GSB’s official name change to Ascend Bank this summer. The bank has been serving the financial needs of individuals, families and businesses in Connecticut for 150 years. Founded in 1875 by local business owners, it has grown into a $1.1 billion bank with eight banking offices, offering a full suite of banking services to clients throughout the state.
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