Tompkins Community Bank Bolsters Employee Experience, Welcomes Gina Benedict

Demonstrating its commitment to providing an exceptional staff experience, Tompkins Community Bank (Tompkins) welcomed Gina Benedict as vice president and employee experience manager. Benedict, who has worked in professional services and human resources for nearly three decades, will oversee Tompkins’ employee experience team, developing and implementing strategies that enhance the bank’s overall work culture.

“As a community-focused institution, we recognize that our workplace is a community of its own,” said Stacie Mastin, director of human resources. “We strive to make Tompkins a positive and welcoming environment and we are confident that Gina will contribute greatly to our employees’ day-to-day experience through her new role.”

Previously, Benedict worked as an executive human resources consultant for HR Solutions, GLB, LLC, and consulted on matters relating to professional services. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from Indiana University and certifications from the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), HRCI and the Human Capital Institute (HCI). An active community member, Benedict serves the W. Edwards Deming Institute’s advisory board. In addition, she volunteers with Girl Scouts of America, United Way, her community’s food pantry and is the treasurer of her school district’s PTA. Benedict currently resides in Skaneateles, NY with her husband and two children.

About Tompkins
Founded in 1836, Tompkins Community Bank serves the Central, Western, and Hudson Valley regions of New York, and the Southeastern region of Pennsylvania. Through their unique local decision-making model, the bank offers personalized service and exceptional responsiveness, while delivering a broad range of products and services for consumers and businesses. Insurance services are offered through Tompkins Insurance Agencies, and wealth management services are available through Tompkins Financial Advisors. Further information is available at www.tompkinsbank.com.