CHARLESBRIDGE WELCOMES GARDY JEAN FRANCOIS AS NEW RETAIL SALES & SERVICE MANAGER

Charlesbridge MHC, the Mutual Holding Company for Dedham Savings and South Shore Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Gardy Jean Francois as its new Retail Sales & Service Manager. With over 15 years of experience in retail management, Gardy brings a wealth of expertise and a solutions-oriented approach to the role.
Gardy will be instrumental in implementing innovative strategies designed to elevate our client experience. In addition to driving the growth of the Retail division, he will serve as a mentor and coach, supporting the development of Retail colleagues and fostering a culture of excellence.
Throughout his impressive career, Gardy has held leadership positions at Citizens, PNC, and most recently Rockland Trust. He has consistently demonstrated versatility and a proven track record of achieving goals across diverse banking models. Gardy’s passion for building a positive workplace culture, mentoring others, and supporting the community sets him apart as a dynamic leader.
“We are thrilled to welcome Gardy to Charlesbridge,” said Hanwar Harnett, Director of Retail Banking. “His commitment to excellence and passion for both client service and employee development align perfectly with our values. I know Gardy will make a significant impact on our team and the communities we serve.”
Dan Picha, Chief Banking Operations Officer at Charlesbridge, shared, “We’re excited to have Gardy on board. His dedication to building strong relationships with both clients and colleagues will greatly benefit our organization. Gardy’s focus on a client-first community-based mindset across our Affiliate Banks is central to what makes our affiliation special.”
“I am honored to join Charlesbridge and excited to work alongside such a dedicated team. Together, we will continue to put clients first and foster a collaborative environment where both our employees and community can thrive,” said Gardy Jean Francois.
Gardy is a graduate of Mount Ida College and a graduate of the Mass Bankers Association New England School of Financial Studies at Babson College.
Charlesbridge
Charlesbridge is a mutual multi-bank holding company headquartered in Dedham, Massachusetts. Affiliate banks include Dedham Savings and South Shore Bank. Together, the banks offer a complete line of consumer and business deposit, lending, and digital banking services to MA-based clients. For those seeking to deliver the latest financial solutions rooted in trustworthy, high-quality service, Charlesbridge Group provides the operational support, resources, legacy, and innovative thinking to financial institutions so they can deliver a suite of flexible, personalized solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of our clients and our communities.