Leader Bank announced it has added Jim Gudenau to its Business and Government Banking team as Vice President and Digital Escrow Manager.

"We are tremendously excited to welcome Jim to Leader Bank's growing Business and Government Banking team," said Jay Tuli, President of Leader Bank. "Jim's experience and industry knowledge will be invaluable in leading our Digital Escrow operation and helping our clients streamline their banking processes."

With more than two decades in the banking industry, Gudenau has vast experience in business and commercial banking including managing business deposits, 1031 exchanges and corporate escrow. In his new role with Leader Bank, Gudenau will lead the bank's Digital Escrow operation, including establishing and building long-term relationships with a robust portfolio of clients. Gudenau will also provide 1031 qualified intermediary services.

"With Jim's addition, Leader Bank's Business and Government Banking team continues to add experience and expertise that will help better serve our business and municipal clients," said Marc Romvos, Senior Vice President of Business and Government Banking at Leader Bank. "We look forward to Jim bolstering our Digital Escrow business."

Leader Bank's Digital Escrow is a completely digital solution for funding commercial escrow accounts. This responsive tool is the perfect way to streamline banking processes by eliminating manual paperwork and automating the escrow account funding process. Digital Escrow is the ideal solution for a range of clients including businesses, municipalities, property managers, title companies, real estate offices, unions, and 1031 companies.