BankFive today announced that EVP and Chief Operating Officer Catherine Dillon and SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer Christina Johnk were honored by the Massachusetts Bankers Association at the 2025 Women and Allies in Banking Conference. Dillon received the Achievement Award, while Johnk was named Champion for Women, recognizing their leadership, professionalism, and service in the banking industry.
"I’m incredibly honored to receive the Achievement Award from the Massachusetts Bankers Association,” said Catherine Dillon, EVP and Chief Operating Officer of BankFive. “This recognition is a reflection of the outstanding team I work alongside every day at BankFive, and our shared commitment to community impact and innovation in banking."
With over a decade at BankFive, Dillon has held key leadership roles including SVP of Marketing, Sales, and Business Development, and EVP & Chief Growth Officer. Her prior experience includes senior positions at Fidelity Cooperative Bank, Citizens Bank, and Santander Bank. Outside of her role at the bank, Dillon is an active mentor and advocate for entrepreneurship and community development. She serves on the national board of Entrepreneurship for All and the executive board of One SouthCoast Chamber of Commerce. She holds degrees from Boston College and Emerson College, with advanced studies in communications, psychology, and marketing.
"Being named Champion of Women is deeply meaningful to me,” said Christina Johnk, BankFive SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer. “At BankFive, empowering women and fostering an inclusive workplace culture is a priority I’m passionate about. I’m proud to be part of an organization that values equity, opportunity, and leadership at every level."
Beyond her role at BankFive, Johnk is an active community leader, serving on the boards of the Fall River Rotary Club, Fall River Symphony, Fall River Historical Society, and the United Way of Greater Fall River, where she also serves as Campaign Chair. Johnk has spearheaded initiatives that foster engagement, inclusion, and leadership development, including employee surveys, leadership book clubs, and a Working Parents Group. She also established several employee resource groups, such as the LGBTQ+ Alliance, Luso Group, and WE Can (for disability communities). Committed to continuous improvement, she has led efforts in succession planning, performance management, and DEI, ensuring BankFive remains responsive to the evolving needs of its workforce.
Established in 1905, the Massachusetts Bankers Association stands as the sole association representing FDIC-insured community, regional, and national banks that cater to consumer and business clients throughout the Commonwealth.
For information about MassBankers, visit https://www.massbankers.org/.
"I’m incredibly honored to receive the Achievement Award from the Massachusetts Bankers Association,” said Catherine Dillon, EVP and Chief Operating Officer of BankFive. “This recognition is a reflection of the outstanding team I work alongside every day at BankFive, and our shared commitment to community impact and innovation in banking."
With over a decade at BankFive, Dillon has held key leadership roles including SVP of Marketing, Sales, and Business Development, and EVP & Chief Growth Officer. Her prior experience includes senior positions at Fidelity Cooperative Bank, Citizens Bank, and Santander Bank. Outside of her role at the bank, Dillon is an active mentor and advocate for entrepreneurship and community development. She serves on the national board of Entrepreneurship for All and the executive board of One SouthCoast Chamber of Commerce. She holds degrees from Boston College and Emerson College, with advanced studies in communications, psychology, and marketing.
"Being named Champion of Women is deeply meaningful to me,” said Christina Johnk, BankFive SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer. “At BankFive, empowering women and fostering an inclusive workplace culture is a priority I’m passionate about. I’m proud to be part of an organization that values equity, opportunity, and leadership at every level."
Beyond her role at BankFive, Johnk is an active community leader, serving on the boards of the Fall River Rotary Club, Fall River Symphony, Fall River Historical Society, and the United Way of Greater Fall River, where she also serves as Campaign Chair. Johnk has spearheaded initiatives that foster engagement, inclusion, and leadership development, including employee surveys, leadership book clubs, and a Working Parents Group. She also established several employee resource groups, such as the LGBTQ+ Alliance, Luso Group, and WE Can (for disability communities). Committed to continuous improvement, she has led efforts in succession planning, performance management, and DEI, ensuring BankFive remains responsive to the evolving needs of its workforce.
Established in 1905, the Massachusetts Bankers Association stands as the sole association representing FDIC-insured community, regional, and national banks that cater to consumer and business clients throughout the Commonwealth.
For information about MassBankers, visit https://www.massbankers.org/.