Financial Institutions, Inc. announced that Justin K. Bigham was named Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. Kevin B. Klotzbach, former Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for the Company, was named Executive Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor. Mr. Klotzbach will remain with the Company through December 31, 2019, to ensure a successful transition.

Justin has gained significant institutional experience leading the company's Finance and Treasury operations over the past five months and was integrally involved in company's 2019 planning process. He joined with nearly 15 years of experience in Western New York banking. He has already proven that he is a terrific addition to leadership team.