Robert Bender

My Story
Robert Bender is a seasoned banking executive with nearly three decades of leadership experience across commercial and consumer banking, with deep expertise in credit and lending. He has built a strong reputation for driving strategic growth, enhancing operational performance, and strengthening organizational culture through disciplined leadership and a commitment to community focused banking.
He currently serves as Regional Vice President at TD Bank, where he oversees a diverse regional portfolio across Gloucester, Cumberland, and Salem counties. In this role, he leads market strategy, credit and risk oversight, business development, and relationship expansion for a broad range of commercial clients.
“At TD, my focus is on driving financial performance, expanding market presence, and strengthening client and community engagement—while fostering a culture that supports and empowers our employees,” he says.
Throughout his career, Robert has been recognized for his strategic vision and his ability to build organizations grounded in integrity, accountability, and customer-centric service.
“I’ve developed a leadership philosophy centered on thoughtful planning, disciplined execution, and empowering teams to excel,” Robert says. “A strong, engaged workforce is essential to delivering a banking experience that is remarkably human and refreshingly simple, while balancing prudent risk management with marketdriven growth.”

