Provident Bank has announced today that Anthony (Tony) Labozzetta has been appointed to the position of president and CEO. Labozzetta assumed the role on Jan. 1. Labozzetta previously served as director, president and COO of Provident Bank, as well as for Provident Financial Services, Inc., the holding company for Provident Bank. He succeeds longtime CEO and Chairman Christopher (Chris) Martin. Martin will assume the role of executive chairman to continue to provide guidance and leadership to the Board.

Labozzetta came to Provident in late 2020 through the merger with SB One Bank, where he served as president and CEO. “During his tenure as Provident’s president and COO, Tony has proven himself to be an advocate for elevating both the customer and employee experience. His philosophy is rooted in Provident’s vision, mission, and guiding principles,” Martin said. “I speak for everyone when I say that I am fully confident in Tony’s abilities and he is more than ready to build upon Provident’s strong foundation.”