The nine-member panel will provide a pipeline of future Bank directors, support business development and be community ambassadors for Needham Bank.
Needham, MA (September 30, 2025) – Needham Bank today announced the formation of a ten-member Advisory Council that will support the Bank’s business development and community outreach initiatives, while also being a source of future director candidates.
Members of the panel come from a variety of backgrounds, including technology, finance, healthcare, higher education and small business. Ryan Barrett, founder and CEO of Oram Cybersecurity Advisors, has been named Chair of the Needham Bank MetroWest Advisory Council.
“I’m pleased to announce that we have formed this Advisory Council to help Needham Bank continue to develop and maintain our connections within our communities,” said Needham Bank President, Chairman and CEO Joseph P. Campanelli. “These professionals have all demonstrated leadership, excellence in their fields, and a commitment to serving communities. We look forward to the work they will do in fulfilling their roles as Advisory Council members.” Subsequent to the closing of the acquisition of BankProv, Needham Bank looks forward to announcing the members of the to-be-formed NorthShore/Southern NH Advisory Council.
Needham Bank Advisory Council members are tasked with:
- Being a source or pipeline for future directors of the Bank;
- Participating in Bank education and development programs;
- Attending the annual meeting of the Bank;
- Providing input and feedback to management regarding market issues, opportunities and other areas;
- Assisting in business development and promotional activities through referrals or relationships;
- Helping with employee recruitment by recommending qualified potential candidates; and,
- Attending Chamber of Commerce and other civic and non-profit events on the Bank’s behalf as ambassadors for Needham Bank.
Other Advisory Council members include:
- Neil S. Cohen, Esquire, President of Barsh and Cohen, P.C.
- Katherine Craven, Executive Vice President, Administration, Babson College
- Seana R. Gaherin, Proprietor, Dunn-Gaherin’s Food & Spirits
- Elizabeth Kelley, Director, Office of Integration Management, Beth Israel Lahey Health
- Christopher Kelly, Principal, Insight Partners
- Richard Renwick, Principal, Co-Founder, Trident Wealth Strategies
- Salvatore Rinaldi, Retired Chief Operating Officer, NB Bancorp, Inc. and Needham Bank
- Kevin Sullivan, VP of Strategic Corporate Relations and Engagement, Babson College
- Jason Weissman, Managing Director, Boston Realty Advisors & The Broadway Company
About Needham Bank
Needham Bank offers an array of tech forward products and services that businesses and consumers need to manage their financial needs. We have the financial expertise typically found at much larger institutions, and the local knowledge and commitment you can only find at a community bank. Known as the “Builder’s Bank”, Needham Bank has been helping individuals, businesses and non-profits build for their futures since 1892. For more information please visit https://NeedhamBank.com. Needham Bank is a member of FDIC and DIF.