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July 3, 2024

Bank of Greene County Announces New Position: Senior Vice President and Chief Credit & Banking Officer

Donald Gibson, President and CEO of the Bank of Greene County, announced that Scott Houghtaling has joined the Bank in a newly created Executive level position of Senior Vice President, Chief Credit and Banking Officer.

Donald Gibson stated “I am pleased to welcome Scott Houghtaling to the Bank of Greene County team.  Due to our continued growth and success, we have decided to expand our team.  Scott brings a wealth of experience serving businesses throughout both the Capital Region and greater New York State.”

Gibson added “It was a natural fit to have Scott join our team, as he has been in the Banking Industry for over 30 years, most recently as a Senior Managing Director at Berkshire Bank. Scott’s professional experience includes being the New York State Market Leader for Commercial Banking.”

Scott Houghtaling has many ties to the local community, graduating High School from Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk Central School and obtaining his Bachelor of Science degree from Siena College.  He is also very involved in the local community, serving as a Board Member for the Center for Economic Growth and a Board Trustee for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany. Scott lives with his wife in Feura Bush and enjoys hiking and skiing.

Scott Houghtaling stated “Bank of Greene County has an impressive history of growth and success, achieved with an unwavering commitment to the communities that it serves.  I am truly honored to join the Bank as its Chief Credit and Banking Officer, and I look forward to utilizing my experience to help the Bank grow upon its already strong foundation.”

Headquartered in Catskill, NY, the Bank of Greene County is proud to serve the Capital Region and Hudson Valley with full-service, community-based banking. This year, the bank is celebrating its 135th anniversary.