Month: June 2024

Webster welcomes this year’s class of 31 summer interns, who represent 23 universities and will support 29 different departments throughout Webster, including HSA Bank, a division of Webster Bank, N.A.

We have a very robust program planned for them this summer that includes volunteering, teambuilding, career development classes, a National Intern Day event and a final individual presentation by each intern.

We make significant investments in formal development programs to build Webster’s talent pipeline. Our internship program hosted 25 individuals in 2023, who worked in eight lines of business across the bank. The 10-week program included four in-person days (Orientation, Volunteer Day, Teambuilding/Yellow Belt training and National Intern Day). Other program highlights included professional development virtual instructor-led training and various networking opportunities. The program concluded with presentations by each intern to Webster leaders and coworkers.

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Webster Bank (“Webster”) is a leading commercial bank in the Northeast that provides a wide range of digital and traditional financial solutions across three differentiated lines of business: Commercial Banking, Consumer Banking and Healthcare Financial Services, one of the country’s largest providers of employee benefits and administration of medical insurance claim settlements solutions. Headquartered in Stamford, CT, Webster is a values-driven organization with $76 billion in assets. Its core footprint spans the northeastern U.S. from New York to Massachusetts, with certain businesses operating in extended geographies. Webster Bank is a member of the FDIC and an equal housing lender. For more information about Webster, including past press releases and the latest annual report, visit the Webster website at www.websterbank.com.

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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA+) Pride Month is celebrated annually in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan. Today, celebrations include parades, picnics, parties, workshops and more – unifying millions of participants around the world for a month of solidarity. Not only is Pride Month a time to celebrate diverse backgrounds and unique experiences, but also a time to recognize the worldwide impact and accomplishments that LGBTQIA+ individuals have had and continue to have.

This year’s NYC Pride theme is “Reflect, Empower and Unite”. To honor this month and our people, we’re amplifying the voices of those in the LBGTQIA+ community who are growing their careers at Taco Bell.

Misty grew up in a non-traditional way, which led her down a path that felt like it didn’t “fit” her.

“I grew up in foster care, got married at 18 and had children. Nothing felt right; it wasn’t me. After walking away [from that relationship], I found my person, and she helped me raise my children, even though they were not biologically hers.”

Misty met her partner at a Pride event, and from their first date, they never stopped talking and have been together ever since. Then, years later, Misty’s partner ended up transitioning, becoming her husband.

“When I first got into the relationship with my partner, the people around me were not really accepting of us – so it kind of became a safety issue. It was a tough time, and I didn’t know how to take care of myself.”

That’s why Misty believes it’s so important to focus on mental health and safety when it comes to exploring one’s sexuality. One way she shares this is by telling others her story.

“It took me a long time to open up and be comfortable with sharing my past. Then I met Lori T. (a leader at Taco Bell), who supported and encouraged me through it all. I finally opened up and shared my story with others who had known me for 14 years, but never knew who I truly was.”

Since then, Misty has been able to grow and heal from her past in ways she never thought she would. From being able to speak her truth and finding a voice within her, she’s been able to foster an inclusive environment by building connections with others of a similar past or present. Now she’s a sounding board for her peers at Taco Bell.

So how’d she end up at The Bell?

“I found Taco Bell through an event I was working at as an owner and operator of another quick service restaurant brand at that time. In conversation, the employee asked me what I planned on doing when stepping out of that role. That conversation led to a meeting and the rest is history.”

Over the past 14 years, Misty has made some fond memories, including attending many recognition events like Golden Bell.

When it comes to those looking to get more involved in the LGBTQIA+ community, Misty shared that knowledge is key.

“The most valuable thing I can provide for those looking to get more involved in the community is the power of knowledge and educating yourself. The world is not always kind, nor can your family always be. It is super important to surround yourself with things that will help you in your journey. Knowing your resources and using them can be very powerful.”

In celebration of Reserves Day on June 26th and Armed Forces Day on June 29th, our employee led Military Appreciation and Assistance Business Resource Council (MAARC) joined forces with our Women in Leadership Business Resource Council in our London office where we heard from former military personnel Jeannie S and Bridget Forster. 

Our MAARC Co-Chair, David Brooks MBCI led a conversation with Jeannie and Bridget who walked our London team through their time in the British Army, exploring some of the challenges they have both faced during their careers and their top tips for navigating successful careers as senior female leaders. 

MAARC helps lead Northern Trust’s activities in support of our serving Armed Forces, Veterans, Reservists, Cadets, Military spouses/partners, and families. We are proud gold award signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and have recently been recognised as being in the top 50 employers of Veterans in the UK. 

“Armed Forces week and Reserves Day are both great opportunities for us to celebrate and take a moment to appreciate some of the sacrifices our Military service members make in the defence of our national interests. We were delighted to be joined by Bridget Forster and Jeannie Saville who walked Northern Trust colleagues through some of the fascinating experiences, challenges, and successes they faced during their time as British Army Officers.”

David Brooks