Rhinebeck Bank Strengthens Board with Finance and HR Veterans
Rhinebeck Bancorp (RBKB) has announced two strategic appointments to its Board of Directors, effective April 15, 2025. Sharon A. McGinnis, current Chief Human Resources Officer at Central Hudson Gas & Electric , and Nancy K. Patzwahl, a certified public accountant and principal at UHY Advisors NY, have joined the board.
McGinnis, with previous experience as VP of Human Resources at Dow Jones, will serve on the Compensation and Governance & Nominating Committees. She brings expertise in talent management, leadership development, and corporate governance.
Patzwahl, with experience at KPMG and former directorship at National Union Bank of Kinderhook, joins the Audit and Loan Review Committees. Her background includes tax strategy, financial reporting, and risk oversight.
Rhinebeck Bancorp (RBKB) ha annunciato due nomine strategiche nel suo Consiglio di Amministrazione, effettive dal 15 aprile 2025. Sharon A. McGinnis, attuale Chief Human Resources Officer presso Central Hudson Gas & Electric, e Nancy K. Patzwahl, commercialista certificata e socia presso UHY Advisors NY, si sono unite al consiglio.
McGinnis, con un’esperienza precedente come VP delle Risorse Umane presso Dow Jones, farà parte delle commissioni per la Retribuzione e per la Governance e Nomine. Porta con sé competenze nella gestione dei talenti, nello sviluppo della leadership e nella governance aziendale.
Patzwahl, con esperienza in KPMG e un precedente incarico direttivo presso National Union Bank of Kinderhook, entra a far parte delle commissioni per la Revisione Contabile e la Revisione dei Prestiti. Il suo background comprende strategie fiscali, rendicontazione finanziaria e supervisione dei rischi.
Rhinebeck Bancorp (RBKB) ha anunciado dos nombramientos estratégicos en su Junta Directiva, vigentes a partir del 15 de abril de 2025. Sharon A. McGinnis, actual Directora de Recursos Humanos en Central Hudson Gas & Electric, y Nancy K. Patzwahl, contadora pública certificada y socia principal en UHY Advisors NY, se han incorporado a la junta.
McGinnis, con experiencia previa como vicepresidenta de Recursos Humanos en Dow Jones, formará parte de los Comités de Compensación y de Gobernanza y Nominaciones. Aporta experiencia en gestión del talento, desarrollo de liderazgo y gobierno corporativo.
Patzwahl, con experiencia en KPMG y una dirección anterior en National Union Bank of Kinderhook, se une a los Comités de Auditoría y Revisión de Préstamos. Su trayectoria incluye estrategia fiscal, reporte financiero y supervisión de riesgos.
Rhinebeck Bancorp (RBKB)는 2025년 4월 15일부터 효력이 발생하는 이사회에 두 명의 전략적 임명을 발표했습니다. 현재 Central Hudson Gas & Electric의 최고인사책임자(Cheif Human Resources Officer)인 Sharon A. McGinnis와 공인회계사이자 UHY Advisors NY의 파트너인 Nancy K. Patzwahl가 이사회에 합류했습니다.
McGinnis는 이전에 Dow Jones에서 인사 부사장(VP)을 역임했으며, 보상 위원회와 지배구조 및 추천 위원회에서 활동할 예정입니다. 그녀는 인재 관리, 리더십 개발, 기업 지배구조에 대한 전문성을 제공합니다.
Patzwahl는 KPMG에서의 경력과 National Union Bank of Kinderhook에서의 이사 경험을 바탕으로 감사 위원회와 대출 검토 위원회에 합류합니다. 그녀의 배경은 세무 전략, 재무 보고 및 리스크 관리 감독을 포함합니다.
Rhinebeck Bancorp (RBKB) a annoncé deux nominations stratégiques à son conseil d’administration, effectives à partir du 15 avril 2025. Sharon A. McGinnis, actuelle Directrice des Ressources Humaines chez Central Hudson Gas & Electric, et Nancy K. Patzwahl, expert-comptable certifiée et associée principale chez UHY Advisors NY, ont rejoint le conseil.
McGinnis, qui a précédemment occupé le poste de VP des Ressources Humaines chez Dow Jones, siégera aux comités de Rémunération et de Gouvernance & Nominations. Elle apporte son expertise en gestion des talents, développement du leadership et gouvernance d’entreprise.
Patzwahl, forte d’une expérience chez KPMG et d’un précédent mandat de directrice à la National Union Bank of Kinderhook, rejoint les comités d’Audit et de Revue des Prêts. Son parcours inclut la stratégie fiscale, le reporting financier et la supervision des risques.
Rhinebeck Bancorp (RBKB) hat zwei strategische Ernennungen in seinen Vorstand bekannt gegeben, die ab dem 15. April 2025 wirksam sind. Sharon A. McGinnis, derzeit Chief Human Resources Officer bei Central Hudson Gas & Electric, und Nancy K. Patzwahl, Wirtschaftsprüferin und Partnerin bei UHY Advisors NY, sind dem Vorstand beigetreten.
McGinnis, mit vorheriger Erfahrung als VP Human Resources bei Dow Jones, wird in den Ausschüssen für Vergütung sowie Governance & Nominierung tätig sein. Sie bringt Fachwissen in Talentmanagement, Führungskräfteentwicklung und Unternehmensführung mit.
Patzwahl, mit Erfahrung bei KPMG und einer früheren Direktorenposition bei der National Union Bank of Kinderhook, schließt sich den Ausschüssen für Prüfung und Kreditanalyse an. Ihr Hintergrund umfasst Steuerstrategie, Finanzberichterstattung und Risikokontrolle.
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- Board strengthened with addition of experienced financial sector professional with previous bank directorship
- Enhanced HR expertise through appointment of senior executive with major experience
- Improved audit and risk oversight capabilities through addition of CPA with Big Four experience
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / April 15, 2025 / Rhinebeck Bancorp, Inc., along with its wholly-owned subsidiary, Rhinebeck Bank, and its mutual holding company, Rhinebeck Bancorp, MHC, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sharon A. McGinnis and Nancy K. Patzwahl to their respective Boards of Directors, effective April 15, 2025.
Sharon McGinnis currently serves as Chief Human Resources Officer at Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation. Prior to her current role, she held the position of Vice President of Human Resources at Dow Jones. She has proven leadership experience focused on talent management, leadership development, recruitment, employee engagement, and compensation matters. She brings to the Board a proven track record in executive leadership, organizational development, and corporate governance. In addition to her corporate work, McGinnis is a founding member of the Fortis Women Executive Leadership Council and an active community volunteer through her board service with the United Way of the Dutchess & Orange Region.
McGinnis has been appointed to the Compensation and Governance & Nominating Committees of the Board of Directors, where her expertise in employee relations matters will help guide the Bank’s ongoing strategic efforts.
Nancy K. Patzwahl, a certified public accountant and principal at UHY Advisors NY, Inc., brings extensive experience in tax strategy, financial reporting, and risk oversight. With a long-standing career in both public accounting and private practice including KPMG. Patzwahl has served clients ranging from individuals to complex business entities. She previously served as a director of the National Union Bank of Kinderhook, where she contributed to the Audit Committee and helped oversee the bank’s financial operations until its sale in 2019. Her nonprofit service includes trustee roles with the Home for the Aged and the Rheinstrom Hill Community Foundation, both in Hudson, New York.
Patzwahl has been appointed to the Audit Committee and the Loan Review Committee, providing the Board with valuable insight into accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
“We are thrilled to welcome Sharon and Nancy to the Board,” said Bill Irwin, Chairman of Rhinebeck Bank’s Board of Directors. “Sharon’s expertise in human resources and corporate leadership, along with Nancy’s wealth of experience in accounting and bank governance, will strengthen our Board’s ability to uphold our core values of integrity, accountability, and community service.”
About Rhinebeck Bank
Rhinebeck Bancorp, Inc. is a Maryland corporation organized as the mid-tier holding company of Rhinebeck Bank and is the majority-owned subsidiary of Rhinebeck Bancorp, MHC. For more than 160 years, Rhinebeck Bank has been an integral part of the area’s economic growth and a driving force for commerce along the Hudson River. Rhinebeck Bank takes pride in being personally involved in local businesses, communities, and charitable organizations. Its ability to be responsive to the needs of customers and community has led its continued growth. For more information about Rhinebeck Bank or any of its products or services, please visit: www.rhinebeckbank.com.
CONTACT: William C. Irwin
Chairman of the Board
(845) 790 -1514
SOURCE: Rhinebeck Bancorp
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FAQ
Who are the new board members appointed to Rhinebeck Bancorp (RBKB) in April 2025?
Sharon A. McGinnis and Nancy K. Patzwahl were appointed to RBKB’s Board of Directors effective April 15, 2025.
What committees will Sharon McGinnis serve on at Rhinebeck Bancorp (RBKB)?
Sharon McGinnis will serve on the Compensation and Governance & Nominating Committees of RBKB’s Board.
What is Nancy Patzwahl’s background and committee assignments at RBKB?
Nancy Patzwahl is a CPA with experience at KPMG and will serve on RBKB’s Audit and Loan Review Committees.
What relevant banking experience does Nancy Patzwahl bring to RBKB’s board?
Patzwahl previously served as a director at National Union Bank of Kinderhook until its sale in 2019, where she contributed to the Audit Committee.
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