Robert Tharp
Senior Vice President
Director Marketing/Sales Strategy
Robert serves as Senior Vice President and Director of Marketing and Sales Strategy, bringing more than 40 years of experience in the financial services industry. He joined the bank in July 2026 after serving as SVP, Retail Sales and Services Director at Provident Bank
In his role, Robert leads the bank’s marketing and sales strategy programs, helping drive growth and brand awareness while strengthening the relationships that are the foundation of community banking. In addition, Robert oversees all marketing functions, including digital and traditional marketing, retail branch strategy, community outreach, and internal communications, ensuring every initiative reflects the bank’s mission, values, and commitment to delivering an exceptional experience for our customers.
Passionate about service to local communities, Robert is dedicated to helping customers, businesses, and community partners thrive. He believes strong customer relationships, engaged employees, and innovative thinking are essential to delivering exceptional value to our customers and partners.
