It is with great pride that we recognize VP, Relationship Manager Ian McLeod as a member of the Rochester Business Journal’s (RBJ) Forty Under 40 Class of 2024. This year’s class represents the 30th anniversary of the prestigious awards program.
Ian joins a select group of outstanding young professionals who will be the future leaders of the Rochester community. These individuals are achieving success in their careers and giving back in meaningful ways to build up our region.
With more than a decade of banking experience, Ian focuses on small business lending and was responsible for originating nearly half of GRB’s Small Business Administration (SBA) loans in 2022. He was recognized by the SBA Rochester Branch Manager with the “Spark Award” for his efforts.
Ian lends his time and talent to the community as a member of GRB’s Charitable and Volunteer Committee, Board Member and Finance and Audit Committee Member at Community Place of Greater Rochester and Charles Settlement House. He is also an Eagle Scout and member of the Scouts BSA Seneca Waterways Council Fund-raising Committee.
“Some people see a need and hope others will take care of it. Ian is the person who sees a need and takes care of it himself,” said GRB President and CEO Philip Pecora. “When we hired Ian, I found out that he was an Eagle Scout. To this day, Ian remains the Eagle Scout – always prepared, and always ready to make this community a better place. I cannot think of a better nominee for the Rochester Business Journal’s Forty Under 40 program.”
Ian holds an MBA in Finance, Accounting & Strategy from the University of Rochester and a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management from the University of Vermont.
Congratulations, Ian!