Frank J. Gaudio, President & CEO of The First Bank of Greenwich, has quietly become one of our region’s most dedicated community champions. Whether fostering the next generation of artists, supporting women entrepreneurs, or stepping up during crises, Gaudio’s impact is woven deeply into Greenwich, Stamford, Port Chester, and the surrounding counties. With an Advisory Board of 480 individuals, The First Bank of Greenwich fosters a strong sense of community for its network of clients.
In 2023, he was the recipient of the prestigious Greenwich Sentinel Award, honoring his “community building spirit” as president of a bank serving multiple branches in Fairfield and Westchester Counties. During the pandemic, under his leadership, The First Bank of Greenwich handled hundreds of PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) loans––not only for its own customers, but also for non-banking members of the community.
Music and the arts are especially close to Gaudio’s heart. In May 2024, Young Artists Philharmonic hosted a gala in his honor, recognizing his longtime support for music education. The evening featured performances by past and present YAP members, and attracted local leaders like State Senator Ryan Fazio, who lauded Gaudio’s “time, talent, energy and commitment to supporting our Greenwich community and beyond.”
“I am passionate about our team at The First Bank of Greenwich and the communities we serve. Nothing brings me more joy than helping to launch a small business, empowering a young family to buy their first home, or encouraging more women to become financially independent. I love what I [get to] do!”
Under Gaudio’s leadership, The First Bank of Greenwich extends its charitable efforts broadly. Its Charitable Checking program grants quarterly donations to nonprofits holding their operating accounts with the bank; balances opened by supporters of those nonprofits also contribute. The bank also runs a Women’s Leadership Network, offering workshops, networking, and business-community connections tailored to women entrepreneurs—part of its broader mission to empower small, local businesses.
Other signature efforts include the Start2Save program and “Greenlight” financial literacy offerings for children and young people, scholarship awards in each branch location, “Backpack to School” campaigns, food drives, toys for holiday programs, and eco-friendly events like annual paper shredding drives.
In short, Frank Gaudio doesn’t just lead a bank — he leads with heart. His initiatives send a clear message: that business success and community well‐being are inseparable. In this December season of giving, his example reminds us all how much one person’s consistent generosity and vision can uplift many.
I love what I [get to] do!