Ohio Banking Leader Wins Prestigious Award

Columbus, Ohio—Ohio Bankers League has announced that Krista Dobronos, Chief Consumer Banking Officer at Westfield Bank, FSB, has been honored with the second annual OBL Exceptional Woman in Banking Award. This prestigious accolade recognizes women who exhibit exceptional vision and innovation while pioneering paths for women in leadership within the banking sector.

As executive leader of Westfield Bank’s consumer business units, Dobronos oversees retail, mortgage and private banking operations. Her responsibilities include developing and implementing the Bank’s strategic plan to exceed targeted returns, managing talent, and creating efficient team processes. She is also actively involved in communities supported by Westfield Bank.

According to her nominators, Dobronos “has distinguished herself as a caring mentor who goes out of her way to promote and support women bankers.” She willingly shares her knowledge and expertise to help further careers, with a genuine desire to see others succeed, especially women. At Westfield Bank, she has created a safe space for women to seek her guidance and mentorship.

“Krista has been actively involved with the OBL for many years now, having served as the Chair of the OBL’s Next Gen Advisory Board. I have always known that Krista is extraordinary. She exemplifies leadership, integrity and commitment to community, characteristics that define an Exceptional Woman in Banking Award recipient. Her dedication to mentoring others and driving innovation within her organization makes her truly deserving of this honor,” said Michael Adelman, President & CEO, Ohio Bankers League.

The Ohio Bankers League is the trade association for the Ohio banking industry and focuses exclusively on meeting the needs of all banks and thrifts in the state. For over 125 years, the OBL has represented the voice of Ohio’s banking industry, fostering cooperation that has made it one of the strongest and most reputable financial trade associations in the country. The non-profit association comprises 174 FDIC-insured financial institutions including commercial banks, savings banks, and savings and loan associations, with assets ranging from just over $13 million to more than $1.5 trillion.