NEW YORK—Susan Ward Mink has been named executive vice president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and head of the Bank’s newly formed Human Resources Group. She will serve on the Bank’s Management Committee. Ms. Mink’s appointment was made by the Bank’s board of directors and was effective July 13, 2009.

William C. Dudley, president and chief executive officer of the New York Fed, said, “The creation of this new executive position at the Bank reflects the great importance we attach to the recruitment, retention and development of a diverse and highly capable staff who are essential to carrying out the Bank's mission.”

Ms. Mink has more than thirty years of experience as a human resources professional, working in senior positions in banking, investment banking and insurance. At the New York Fed, Ms. Mink will work with senior management to support the recruitment, retention and development of outstanding talent and identify and develop the next generation of leaders for the Bank.

Ms. Mink received her bachelor’s degree in history and Russian area studies from Pennsylvania State University.

Ms. Mink currently resides in New Jersey with her husband and two sons.

Contact:
Deborah Kilroe
(212) 720-6143
(646) 720-6143
deborah.kilroe@ny.frb.org