Marquis Who's Who Honors Frank Cignarella for Expertise in Financial Services
Press Release June 10, 2025
Frank Cignarella celebrated as the executive director of IT production services at Banco Santander in New York
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He ensures the seamless execution of critical production processes for both the U.S. broker-dealer and the Spanish branch.

WHITE PLAINS, NY, June 10, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Frank Cignarella has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Cignarella has forged a remarkable career in banking and information technology, distinguished by over four decades of leadership and mentorship. Currently serving as the executive director of IT production services at Banco Santander's New York branch, he ensures the seamless execution of critical production processes for both the U.S. broker-dealer and the Spanish branch. Mr. Cignarella's role is as much about people as it is about process: he leads around-the-clock teams, identifies issues before they escalate and ensures that each application and production cycle performs flawlessly.

Mr. Cignarella's tenure with Santander spans nearly 35 years, beginning in 1991 as a project leader in information systems. He quickly rose through the ranks, taking on pivotal roles such as assistant vice president, vice president and ultimately senior vice president and chief information officer from 2002 to 2007. In 2007, he transitioned into the U.S. wholesale division at ISBAN, where he served as both chief operating officer and chief information officer, further expanding his influence within the organization. Mr. Cignarella's expertise was later leveraged in IT risk and information security before assuming his current executive director role in 2018.

Before joining Santander, Mr. Cignarella spent a decade at Chemical Bank, beginning his career as a keypunch clerk and rising to the role of senior project leader. That early hands-on experience gave him a comprehensive understanding of IT systems and processes, a foundation that still informs his leadership style today. Mr. Cignarella has become renowned for his ability to build and mentor highly effective teams, identifying and nurturing talent with a focus on ethics, reliability and alignment with business goals.

A graduate of Pace University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in management information systems and services in 1985, Mr. Cignarella's academic background has been instrumental in his professional achievements. He also holds a Series 99 certification from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, obtained in 2012, which underscores his commitment to maintaining industry standards.

Reflecting on his professional journey, Mr. Cignarella attributes much of his success to the work ethic instilled by his father, a blue-collar printer who emphasized the importance of hard work and pride in one's job. This ethos has guided Mr. Cignarella throughout his career and is something he actively imparts to his children and colleagues.

In his personal life, Mr. Cignarella enjoys reading comic books, traveling and spending time with his family. He also gives back through charitable donations and maintains an active membership in ISACA, an international professional association focused on IT governance.

Looking ahead, Mr. Cignarella plans to remain with Santander for several more years, while preparing for a future that includes consulting, team building and enjoying a more sustainable work-life balance. Even as he scales back from 14-hour workdays, his dedication to mentorship and operational integrity remains unwavering — hallmarks of a career defined not just by advancement, but by meaningful impact.

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