Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc., the bank holding company of Pathfinder Bank recently announced that William Barclay has been named chairman of the board of directors. Barclay succeeds Chris Burritt, who retired in accordance with the company’s by-laws. Burritt joined the Board of Directors in 1986 and has served as chairman for 10 years, marking 38 years of dedicated service.
“It has been an honor and privilege to be part of this great organization for 38 years since joining what was then Oswego City Savings Bank. Since then, our bank has grown from $88 million to $1.4 billion in assets, now owned by our shareholders,” said Burritt. “I confidently pass the baton to Will Barclay, whose wealth of experience and wisdom will undoubtedly enrich this role. We trust in his leadership to guide us forward with integrity and vision,” he added.
Barclay is a partner in the Syracuse law firm of Barclay Damon, LLP, where he specializes in business law and serves as a New York State Assemblyman for the 120th District. Since joining Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc.’s board of directors in 2010, Barclay’s leadership, civic passion and commitment to the Central New York community have been considerable benefits to the vision and growth of Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc., according to a bank’s news release.
