Elizabeth D'Amato, Dime Bank
Title: Vice President, Commercial Lending
Company: Dime Bank
Location: 290 Salem Turnpike, Norwich, CT
Place of birth: Connecticut
College: Bentley College (BS); University of Bridgeport (MBA)
First job unrelated to your current field: My first job was answering the telephones at the family business, D'Amato Brothers Builders and Developers.
First job in current field: Commercial credit analyst.
What your firm does now and its plans for the future? As a 144 year old mutual community bank, Dime Bank plans to continue to grow its commercial customer base by leveraging its excellent reputation in the market for its strong commitment to customer service and the community.
Hobbies: Theatre. Travel.
Favorite novel: "Watership Down"
Favorite film: "It's a Wonderful Life"
Keys to success: Strong work ethic. Passion for your profession. Integrity.
If you had to choose a different profession, what would it be? Commercial real estate attorney.