Barbara Guido

About Barbara Guido

People-first leader focused on building strong teams, driving sustainable growth, and delivering meaningful community impact.I’ve built my career in retail banking by developing talent, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring branches operate with both fiscal discipline and a relentless focus on doing right by the customer.My experience spans branch leadership, regional oversight, and now serving as Senior Vice President of Retail, where I help shape and execute retail strategy, oversee branch operations, and lead teams through change in an evolving banking landscape. I’m known for blending strategy with execution—coaching leaders, improving performance, modernizing products and delivery, and aligning teams around clear goals and accountability.What motivates me most is building engaged teams and strengthening the communities we serve. I’m deeply involved in community organizations, serve on nonprofit boards, and actively support volunteer initiatives.Outside of work, I value balance and curiosity—traveling, exploring new cuisines and cultures, hiking, yoga, meditation, and always making time to learn and reflect.

Experience

1. Senior Vice President - Retail

   Adams Community Bank

   Nov 2020 — Present · Adams, MA, US

   I lead retail and deposit operations for a $1B community bank, driving strategy, execution, and innovation across our branch network, and digital channels. My work focuses on strengthening deposit growth, launching new products and services and ensuring operational excellence through compliance, policy, and process oversight. Passionate about coaching and talent development, I build high-performing teams that deliver exceptional customer experiences while deepening community connections.

Education

• University of North Georgia

  Bachelors of Business Adminstration, Business Administration and Management, General

  1994 — 1999

• New England School of Financial Studies

  Banking