Denise Viola Monahan. – M&T Bank
M&T Bank said March 30 that Denise Viola Monahan is its new regional president for Philadelphia, citing her 40-plus years of financial services experience and regional knowledge.
Monahan has served as wealth market leader for Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey since 2023. In her expanded role as regional president, she will guide M&T‘s regional leaders including members of its retail banking, business banking, commercial banking, wealth management, government banking, health care and charitable teams.
Monahan will also lead the cross-functional team to continue collaborating across the local footprint. An active member of the Greater Philadelphia community, she will continue to serve on several boards, including the executive committee of the Southern New Jersey Chamber of Commerce and Mission Kids.
M&T Bank’s local presence spreads from Philadelphia and surrounding areas, through the seven counties of Southern New Jersey. In her role, Monahan will work with M&T’s other community bank regions in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
In the Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey region, M&T Bank employs more than 500 people across its corporate offices and branches. Last year, M&T provided more than $2.6 million in charitable grants, sponsorships and tax credits to 177 community impact organizations in Philadelphia.
“Her leadership will play a vital role in expanding our regional banking business, elevating M&T’s presence in the market, and enhancing the service we provide to clients and communities,” said Augie Chiasera, M&T Bank senior executive vice president and head of community markets.
Prior to joining M&T Bank, Monahan spent 32 years at PNC Bank, where she served in roles across sales, credit, project management and training and development.