Kristy Berner, JD, MBA, is an experienced General Counsel and trusted legal advisor specializing in banks and financial services organizations. They have provided comprehensive legal support to boards of directors and executive teams while leading mergers, managing compliance matters, and advising on SEC filings. Kristy has held prominent legal roles at multiple institutions, including First Niagara Bank, People's United Bank, and M&T Bank, where they directed legal teams and supported significant corporate strategies. Currently, Kristy serves as the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at Webster Bank. They hold a JD/MBA in Financial Transactions from the State University of New York at Buffalo.