Kearny Bank Appoints New Chief Risk Officer

Michael Valente, a resident of Oradell, has been promoted to the position of 1^st Senior Vice President and Chief Risk Officer by the Kearny Bank Board of Directors effective July 1, 2025.

Valente, who joined Kearny Bank in 2017 and is currently Senior Vice President / Risk Officer, will assume leadership of the Bank’s Enterprise Risk Management and oversight of the Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism and Sanctions Compliance, Security, and Compliance functions. He’ll assume the responsibilities currently held by John V. Dunne, who will be retiring from his position effective June 30, 2025.

“I’m pleased to congratulate Mike on his promotion,” said Craig L. Montanaro, Kearny Bank’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “We’re fortunate to have such a talented leader in our organization who can step directly into this critical role. I’m looking forward to his continued contributions. We’re also grateful for all that John accomplished during his distinguished career and wish him well in his retirement.” 

About Kearny Bank

Combining the finest traditions of community banking with the industry’s latest, most effective financial products and services, Kearny Bank provides business and personal clients with the tools for success. Established back in 1884, and now operating from corporate offices in Fairfield, NJ, Kearny Bank’s footprint covers most of New Jersey, along with Brooklyn and Staten Island. Additional information is available at kearnybank.com or by visiting Kearny Bank’s social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn and YouTube.