O’Kane to continue to oversee Human Resources Operations including Payroll/Benefit Administration, Recruitment & Performance Management

(Leominster, Mass.) Fidelity Bank announced the appointment of Terrence O’Kane to Vice President, Human Resources Manager. In this role, he will continue to oversee Human Resources Operations, including payroll/benefit administration, recruitment, and performance management. O’Kane will continue to execute the bank’s annual compensation process and benefits renewal.

Prior to Fidelity Bank, O’Kane worked as a Customer Service Representative at Enterprise Bank. He joined Fidelity Bank in 2015 where he first worked in banking centers as a float teller. In addition to the responsibilities of a float teller, he assisted in the bank’s Client Care call center. In 2017, he joined Fidelity Bank’s Human Resources Department as Human Resources Analyst. In 2018, O’Kane became certified as a SHRM-CP (Society of Human Resources Management). Over the next few years, he rose to the manager level assuming greater responsibility within the department.

“Terrence demonstrates immense care for our colleagues in every connection he makes,” said Dee Sendrowski, Senior Vice President, Human Resources Director, Fidelity Bank. “His cultural alignment is evident in the thoughtful and innovative way that he administers the functions that are so critical to the wellbeing of our colleagues.”

A native of Fitchburg but now a resident of Shrewsbury, O’Kane earned a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in English from Fitchburg State University. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Nichols College. In addition to his SHRM-CP certification, he is certified with the Predictive Index and Korn Ferry which focus on talent development. O’Kane enjoys spending time with his family and participating in obstacle races such as Bonefrog and Tough Mudder.

“All In” trailer

In 2019, St. Bernard’s High School were approached by Emmy-award winning filmmakers Gregg Backer, Evan Kanew, and Jeff Bowler, who were interested in making a documentary about St. Bernard’s High School. At the time and with 100 students, the school was nearing closure until a group of community members — alumni, parents, students, and staff — joined together to petition the Diocese of Worcester to run as an independent Catholic high school. While fighting for their future, they were inspired by the resilience of their football team, the smallest in the state of Massachusetts who fought their way to the Division 8 Championship at Gillette Stadium. In the end, they were both victorious: St. Bernard’s was able to gain its independent status from the Diocese and has since doubled its enrollment; and our boys clinched the D8 title — and are preparing to compete again this Friday against West Boylston for the D7 title.

The documentary, “All In: Miracle at St. Bernard’s,” is set to release this December 13th with a premier event to follow. (We will update you with this information when it becomes available)