By MOHAMED FARGHALY
mfarghaly@queensledger.com
Maspeth Federal Savings took a step toward the future on March 12 with the unveiling of its new Tech Center at 55-31 69th St, Maspeth. The state-of-the-art facility, which aims to enhance the bank’s focus on innovation, cybersecurity, and community leadership, was presented during a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local officials, partners, and community members.
“This state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Maspeth is a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation, cybersecurity, and community leadership,” said Thomas Rudzewick, President and CEO of Maspeth Federal Savings, during his speech.
Rudzewick, who was recently honored as Business Person of the Year by the Queens Chamber of Commerce, emphasized the importance of adapting to a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
“In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence are no longer a futuristic concept. They’re an urgent priority,” he said. “This center represents our pledge to proactively address challenges that these technologies bring and harness their potential so that we are ensuring the financial safety and stability of our associations’ members and the communities that we serve.”
The new Tech Center houses talented minds from the bank’s information technology, cybersecurity, data science, and core banking departments, providing them with a collaborative workspace designed to promote innovative solutions and enhance the bank’s technological capabilities.
“Here, they’ll be able to collaborate and solve problems together face-to-face in a shared space because we at Maspeth Federal Savings believe that people are the answers. No matter how digital the universe becomes, our world will always revolve around the people that are living in it,” Rudzewick said.
The Tech Center is equipped with cutting-edge tools designed to strengthen security measures, including fraud prevention, rapid incident response, and enhanced risk management. According to Rudzewick, this investment is about more than just technological growth; it’s about community service.
“Most importantly, though, it’s about serving our community. We’re here to support the dreams and aspirations of our neighbors, providing them with the financial resources and guidance that they need to thrive,” he said.
Rudzewick also extended his gratitude to the bank’s board of directors, employees, elected officials, and various partners involved in the project. “Together, we’ve built something more than just a physical structure. We’ve built a beacon of innovation, security, and community right here in the center of Maspeth, our little town.”
The Tech Center’s unveiling marks the beginning of what Maspeth Federal Savings hopes will be a new era of technological advancement and community leadership. As Rudzewick noted, “This technology center will be a powerful reminder in years to come of what we can achieve when we embrace change and work together for a common goal.”
