People's United Bank today announced that Joseph Wadlinger has joined the bank as Senior Vice President, Business Banking, specializing in Higher Education and Non-Profits. He will be responsible for building out these industry-specific business lines as the bank looks to expand its strategic focus across the footprint.

Wadlinger brings more than 30 years of banking experience to his new role, including an extensive background in sales management, strategy and execution. He has held leadership positions in insurance, global markets, middle market and business banking. He was most recently with Citizens Bank as Senior Vice President for Non-Profits across New England. He serves on several Massachusetts-based boards and will be headquartered in Boston.

"Developing an executive team with experience that spans a range of business segments is a key strategic priority and focus for the bank," said Patrick Sullivan, Massachusetts President, People's United Bank. "Joe's expertise and background make him a great addition to our team."

About People's United Bank

People's United Bank, N.A. is a subsidiary of People's United Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: PBCT), a diversified financial services company with $40 billion in assets. People's United Bank, founded in 1842, is a premier, community-based, regional bank in the Northeast offering commercial and retail banking, as well as wealth management services through a network of nearly 400 retail locations in Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.