First Commonwealth Financial appoints Joseph DiVito to board of directors

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Indiana, PA-based First Commonwealth Financial Corporation announced it had appointed Joseph DiVito, Jr. to its board of directors.

DiVito will take the position effective immediately, the company said, and brings with him a wealth of experience in information technology, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance and other areas of expertise.

“We are pleased to welcome Joe to the First Commonwealth Board of Directors,” Jon Gorney, chairman of the Board of First Commonwealth. “His deep expertise in information technology, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance will be invaluable as we continue to navigate an increasingly complex financial and digital landscape. Joe’s impressive track record of advising organizations at all stages of growth will bring fresh insights to our board and further strengthen our commitment to strong governance and risk management.”

DiVito retired from Pricewaterhouse Copper LLC in June after 35 years serving as an advisor to companies large and small. His last position was as a principal. A graduate of Duquesne University, he has a bachelor’s degree in business administration and an MBA, as well as a JD. Additionally, he is a Certified Information Privacy Professional, a Certified Information Privacy Manager, and a Certified Information Systems Auditors. His expertise in the industry includes retail, manufacturing, hospitality, technology, pharmaceuticals, utilities, insurance and banking.

“I am honored to join the Board of Directors at First Commonwealth, a company with a strong reputation for integrity, community commitment and customer focus,” DiVito said. “I look forward to contributing my experience and working alongside the board and management team to support the company’s strategic goals and long-term success.”