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M&T Bank Corp., headquartered in Buffalo, recently announced the appointment of John DӪAngelo as director of its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Office, a newly created role and division. DӪAngelo, an executive vice president, will report directly to M&T Chairman and CEO Ren̩ Jones and remain a member of the 14-person management group responsible for leading the bankӪs overarching strategy. In this capacity, DӪAngelo will build a cohesive function to accelerate M&TӪs corporate responsibility and sustainability work along with its community outreach.
“ESG has always been core to our culture and identity and has become an increasingly essential focus for investors, regulators, employees and communities seeking to understand all the ways we contribute to social consciousness and environmentally sustainable practices,” said Jones. “As a result, we have determined that now is the time to formalize our bankwide efforts, while continuing to find ways to make a greater impact. John”™s dedication, passion and track record in this area ideally position him to lead this new office.”
D”™Angelo previously served as executive vice president and chief risk officer for the bank. He began his career with M&T in 1987 and served in several management positions. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from St. Bonaventure University.
Succeeding D”™Angelo as chief risk officer is Michael Todaro, M&T executive vice president.