Episode 168: Westfair Communications’ 2025 C-Suite Awards, with John Barbalaco of DR Bank

Westfair Communications’ C-Suite Awards, held on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025, celebrated fourteen outstanding executives from across Westchester and Fairfield Counties, each honored for their leadership, innovation, and contributions to their organizations and communities. Throughout the evening, honorees shared valuable insights on maintaining a competitive edge in a challenging business environment while staying true to their companies’ values and missions. A central theme centered on building loyalty and belonging among employees, particularly younger professionals who often view career growth as a journey across multiple organizations. Westchester Talk Radio was on site covering the event, where Joan Franzino sat down with John Barbalaco, Executive Vice President of DR Bank, for an engaging conversation about leadership, innovation, and the evolving dynamics of business success.