Community Bank is pleased to welcome Dan Kennell to its Rochester commercial banking team. In his new role, Kennell will manage a diverse portfolio of loan and deposit relationships with valued business clients in the Greater Rochester community. In addition to overseeing all aspects of the underwriting, deal structuring and the legal closing process for commercial banking relationships, he will collaborate with core teams across the organization to provide comprehensive and innovative solutions to match the evolving needs of Community Bank’s customers.
“I’m excited to join such a talented commercial banking team that’s eager to continue growing their client portfolio in the Rochester market,” Kennell said. “Working with a team that takes great pride in their craft and the communities they serve motivates me to bring new and valuable ideas to clients and work tirelessly on their behalf. I hope to be an important piece of the puzzle that results in decades of success to come.”
Prior to joining Community Bank, Kennell served as relationship manager, commercial middle market at KeyBank for the past two years. Throughout his 10 years of experience in the banking industry, Kennell was also employed at M&T Bank in various product management and commercial banking roles, and co-founded S+E Consulting, where he also served as chief financial officer.
“We’re delighted to welcome Dan to our growing commercial banking team in Rochester,” said Chris Humphrey, senior vice president, commercial banking group manager at Community Bank. “His proven track record, coupled with his enthusiasm for identifying superior financial strategies and solutions for our commercial banking partners aligns well with our mission and will play a key role in shaping our financial services moving forward as we continue to invest in the Greater Rochester market.”
Kennell earned his Bachelor of Arts in economics from the University of Rochester and went on to receive his MBA from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan. Outside of work, he proudly serves on the Rochester New Leadership Council for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Western New York. Kennell resides in Penfield with his family.
