Bruce A. Watterson has joined Peapack Private Bank & Trust as a Senior Managing Director and Managing Group Director within the Bank’s Commercial Banking division. His appointment represents a strategic enhancement of the bank's leadership team, drawing on his extensive background in corporate, private, and middle market banking. Watterson will operate from the Bank’s newest location in Garden City, New York, supporting Peapack Private's expansion in the NY Metro region.
With a career exceeding forty years, Watterson has held significant positions at institutions including Flagstar Bank, CitiGroup Private Bank, National Westminster Bank, Marine Midland Bank, and Mellon Financial Services. His proficiency in delivering financial solutions to middle market businesses and high net worth individuals complements Peapack Private's client-focused banking philosophy. Watterson holds a degree in Finance and Accounting from Pace University’s Lubin School of Business and is certified as a Certified Cash Manager, alongside various NASD licenses.
Watterson's deep engagement in the Long Island community, through participation on multiple committees and boards, reflects a commitment to both banking excellence and community development. His involvement with organizations such as The Energeia Partnership and The Education and Assistance Corp (EAC) demonstrates a dedication to societal contributions extending beyond the financial sector. More information about The Education and Assistance Corp can be found at https://www.eacinc.org.
Peapack Private Bank & Trust, a subsidiary of Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation, is reinforcing its standing in the financial services industry by recruiting experienced professionals like Watterson. The bank's emphasis on tailored and innovative solutions for wealth management, investment banking, and commercial and personal banking services is poised to gain from Watterson's comprehensive industry knowledge and commitment to client service excellence. This move underscores the bank's strategy to enhance its competitive edge and client offerings in a dynamic market environment.
