Newtown Savings Bank Selects Lindsey Kopp as SVP, Chief Financial Officer
Smith & Wilkinson was retained by Newtown Savings Bank (“NSB”) to manage the search and selection process for the Bank’s Chief Financial Officer, following the planned retirement of the bank’s longtime CFO.
Headquartered in Newtown, Connecticut, NSB is an approximately $1.9B, mutually chartered community bank with a 169-year history and a strong belief in “The Power of Local.” As one of the top banks in Connecticut by asset size, NSB continues to demonstrate financial strength and deep community commitment across its 15 locations.
Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the CFO oversees the Bank’s finance and accounting functions, financial reporting, treasury and balance sheet management, capital planning, and overall financial strategy. As a member of the Executive Committee, the CFO plays a central role in guiding organizational performance and long-term stability.
Following a comprehensive search process, NSB selected Lindsey Kopp for this key leadership position. Lindsey is a CPA with 25 years of experience in accounting and financial services. She began her career at Arthur Andersen and Deloitte, advancing to Senior Manager before transitioning into banking leadership roles. Most recently, she served as CFO of DR Bank, where she led finance, accounting, and treasury functions while guiding the institution through significant industry volatility, including the pandemic and interest rate fluctuations.
Throughout her career, Lindsey has built a reputation for integrity, transparency, and steady leadership. A Newtown resident, she is deeply engaged in the local community and currently serves as Treasurer and Board Member of the Women’s Business Development Council, while also supporting local youth and nonprofit organizations. Her connection to the community and appreciation for NSB’s mutual, long-term philosophy make this role a natural fit.
This search was led by Moriah Callahan, Partner & Director of Recruiting.
About Newtown Savings Bank
Founded in 1855, Newtown Savings Bank is a mutually chartered community bank headquartered in Newtown, Connecticut, with approximately $1.9 billion in assets. Operating 15 locations across Fairfield, Litchfield, and New Haven Counties, NSB is committed to helping families save, businesses grow, and communities prosper through its long-standing belief in “The Power of Local.”
About Smith & Wilkinson
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