Financial Institutions, Inc. announced that Justin Bigham was named Executive Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer. Earlier this year, the Company announced that Kevin B. Klotzbach will step down as Chief Financial Officer effective March 31, 2019, at which time Mr. Bigham will assume the role. Mr. Klotzbach will continue to support the Company through December 31, 2019, to ensure a successful transition.

Justin comes to the company from HealthNow New York, where he served as Director of Financial Planning and Treasury. Prior to this role, he spent six years in senior positions at First Niagara in both finance and business line capacities, following seven years in increasingly responsible positions within the Finance Division at M&T Bank. In addition to his broad banking foundation, Justin brings a high level of intellectual curiosity and has built and led several finance teams and functions.

He is known to be a highly motivating team leader and colleague, and has a strong track record of developing top talent.