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Tompkins Community Bank Promotes Jacob Hale to Business Development Officer

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August 6, 2025
ROCHESTER, NY (August 5, 2025) – Demonstrating its commitment to fostering internal growth and recognizing professional development, Tompkins Community Bank (Tompkins) has promoted Jacob Hale to assistant vice president, business development officer. In his new role, Hale, who began his journey with Tompkins as a teller in 2017, will work to develop new relationships and strengthen existing partnerships throughout Tompkins’ Western New York footprint, with a strong focus on Monroe County.
“Jacob is a positive force within our company and the communities it serves,” said Laura Geary, senior vice president and community banking division manager of Tompkins Western New York. “His commitment to our clients and communities is evident in many relationships he has cultivated over his eight years with Tompkins, and I know these will only continue to grow as he steps into this new role.”
Throughout his career, Hale has been consistently recognized by Tompkins, earning the company’s Rising Star and Top Performer Awards in 2020 and 2022; he was also voted GLOW’s Best of the Best Bank Employee in 2023. An active member of his community, Hale is the vice president of the Chili Public Library, treasurer of the Reentry Association of Western New York and serves on the boards of the Rochester Regional Health Foundation and Gates-Chili Chamber of Commerce, in addition to volunteering with several local organizations. Hale currently resides in Rochester, NY, with his wife and son.
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 its 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.

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