Webster Banker Receives Department of Defense Patriot Award

Webster Bank, a leading regional bank serving businesses and consumers from metro New York to Boston, Mass., is pleased to announce that Jackie Jamsheed, senior vice president, Continuous Improvement and Operating Risk Management, has received the Department of Defense Patriot Award from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).  The award is given to a supervisor and company who support their Guard and Reserve employees and their families through flexible work schedules, time off, and overall support and understanding of the strains that long term deployments can have on family members State-side.

“It is such an honor to receive this award as it is so fitting with Webster’s values,” said Jamsheed.  “When we say we take responsibility for meeting our customers’ needs and respect the dignity of every individual – that includes our employees as well – because they are our family.  Our hearts and our gratitude go out to all our service families.  By keeping them strong, we help keep our communities and our country strong.” 

Jamsheed was nominated by Carrie Green, vice president, Six Sigma Black Belt, whose husband, 1SG John Green, was deployed in Afghanistan. The mission of the 143rd MP Company helped sustain security and a stable environment for the Afghan populace.

The ESGR is a part of the Department of Defense (DoD) and their mission is to recognize supportive employers.  ESGR's 54 State Committees actively promote awards as a key element in furthering employer support, while strengthening relationships between service members and employers.  DoD awards honor the sacrifices made by many employers year after year.  For more information: 

http://www.esgr.mil/Employer-Awards/Patriot-Award.aspx.