Our Professionals
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David Yancoskie, Managing Partner | dyancoskie@travilliangroup.com | (610) 724-0645
Specialty Areas: Investment Banking, Institutional Equities and Research, Consulting, Private Equity David joined Travillian in 1999 and is currently the Managing Partner of the firm. David was the driving force behind establishing the firm as a premier provider of executive recruiting services to the financial services industry while it was an affiliate of SNL Financial (now S&P). As an independent entity, he continues to grow the firm’s presence within the space. Located in the firm’s Philadelphia area headquarters, David has a long track record working with investment bankers, corporate development executives, researchers & PM’s, commercial bankers, private equity professionals, and various other industry members. David’s experience spans senior and mid-level appointments in super-regional companies to start-ups. His direct approach and entrepreneurial flair, combined with in-depth market knowledge, has led to strong client relationships and a growing base of business within the financial services industry. David prides himself on playing a key role in all phases of the recruiting process which allows him to keep his hands on the pulse of the marketplace. In the community, David is a Board Member of Kase’s Corner, a charity dedicated to fighting juvenile diabetes and other diseases by encouraging exercise and physical fitness. He is also an active participant in the youth sports coaching circuit for his three boys. David holds a BA in Economics from the University of Pittsburgh. |
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Patrick Cooney | pcooney@travilliangroup.com | (845)-597-8627
Specialty Areas: Banking & FinTech Patrick joined Travillian in 2022 as an Executive Search Consultant, supporting the Banking and Fintech practice. His responsibilities include talent advisory, sourcing and screening talent, and developing strong partnerships with clients and candidates. Patrick has worked in talent acquisition for 15 years with his primary focus in the healthcare and accounting/finance sectors. Prior to Travillian, he was the Director at Bayada Home Healthcare where he focused on leading and growing the adult care practice. He has extensive experience in business development, fostering long term relationships with clients and candidates, talent placement and advisory and developing high performing teams. Patrick has spent the majority of his career in the NYC market before relocating to the Greater Philadelphia area in 2018. Patrick graduated from Pace University in 2007 with a BBA in Marketing. |
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Keith joined Travillian as an Executive Recruiter in 2019 to assist the growth and expansion of the Banking and Fintech division. His responsibilities include developing long-term partnerships with mid and senior level executives, locating and screening top talent for clients, and generating new business for the firm.
Prior to Travillian, Keith was a Client Service Director for Robert Half Management Resources. His focus was on fostering relationships with finance & accounting executives for strategic projects and interim senior level resource needs. Previously, Keith worked in the New York City region in various managerial capacities including FP&A and Strategic Pricing for such companies as Wolters Kluwer, Hertz Global Holdings, and Kantar Media. In these positions, he regularly interfaced with executives regarding overall financial strategy and execution of the company’s goals. Keith is active in the local Philadelphia community, with a dedication to helping support the cause of curing cancer, specifically Melanoma. He is also involved with charities at his church to help families in need. Keith graduated from the University of Scranton with a Finance Degree and also attained his MBA from Fordham University. |
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Brian Gallagher | bgallagher@travilliangroup.com | (717) 592-8015
Specialty Areas: Fixed Income, Investment Banking and Asset Management Brian joined Travillian in 2014 to lead our Fixed Income search practice. He subsequently built it into an industry leader, working with notable clients across the country to find top talent for their sales, trading, strategies and capital markets teams. Today, as a key member of the Investment Banking Practice, Brian also executes searches within the C-suite, Advisory, Equity & Debt Capital Markets, Compliance and Legal. His broad service and product knowledge is a real asset for our clients .
Prior to joining Travillian, Brian worked for Business & Decision, a global management, strategy consulting and systems integration group solving business problems through Digital Transformation. In this role, he provided consulting services for Fortune 500 corporations, led client training classes and was chosen to lead key special projects. Brian leverages his unique mix of recruiting, consulting, and training experience to bring a dynamic, thoughtful approach to each candidate and client relationship. Brian graduated from Elizabethtown College with a Business Administration and Marketing Degree and was Captain of the men's soccer team. |
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Dale Henderson | dhenderson@travilliangroup.com | (717) 814-2009
Specialty Areas: Banking & FinTech, Diversified Financials Dale joined Travillian as an Executive Search Consultant in the Banking and Fintech Division. She brings a tremendous 30 years of banking experience to the team and is a highly respected and proven leader in the industry. Starting her career as a teller for a small mid-Atlantic based community bank, Dale went on to become a branch manager, lead regional branch management and business development efforts, and head of retail banking for various Mid-Atlantic base community banks. These banks ranged from $500 million to $150 billion in total assets. Dale’s career has afforded her exposure in strategy development, mortgage, lending, business development, digital banking, sales development, organizational structure, and team development.
Specifically, Dale worked at CFG Bank as the Senior Vice President of Retail Banking, leading the Maryland region and the bank’s nationwide digital channels. Dale also worked for M&T Bank as the Market Manager with responsibility and oversight of the northern Baltimore area. She also led the sales development program for a 15-branch network at 1st Mariner Bank. Through Dale’s comprehensive banking experience and industry knowledge, it has allowed her to share an identifiable perspective with her candidates and clients about the ever-changing banking landscape, team development, corporate development, recruiting, and mentoring. Dale’s greatest accomplishments always centered on customer fulfilment and the enjoyment of building and developing great teams. Dale is an advocate to the development of financial literacy programs in the local community and is involved with many initiatives to support helping children with disabilities and providing women support services. Outside of work, Dale enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new destinations, and escaping to the beach. |
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Autumn Herring, Brand & Social Media Coordinator | aherring@travilliangroup.com
Autumn joined Travillian in 2021 as the Brand & Social Media Coordinator. Prior to joining Travillian, Autumn has gained relevant experience strategically communicating through graphic design, public relations, and marketing initiatives in a variety of different industries. Autumn earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a focus in Visual Arts from Ramapo College and her Master of Arts in Public Administration from Widener University. |
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Brian Love | blove@travilliangroup.com | (484) 680-6950
Specialty Areas: Banking & FinTech, Diversified Financials Brian joined Travillian in 2016 to lead the recruiting effort focused on Depository Institutions. In this effort, he leverages the experience gained from ten successful years in client facing roles within the banking industry. His focus on impeccable service, laser-focused sales management, and effective business development has led to loyal customers, repeat business, and a stellar reputation at each company he worked.
Prior to joining Travillian, Brian was an Officer at Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania, an AVP at Bank of America, and a VP at Customers Bank. In his 4+ years at Customers Bank, Brian enjoyed his largest successes as a deposit and loan gatherer and was consistently ranked as a top producer year after year. Brian embedded himself in the business community in the Greater Philadelphia region and helped small and mid-size companies achieve their goals. He worked very closely with leadership teams, CFOs, CEOs, and Controllers to deliver as much value and service as possible. Brian also prides himself in being involved in his community as a volunteer for Meals on Wheels, the Reading Tree of Reading, and Pottsgrove Little League. During his professional tenure, he has directed efforts in support of Valley Forge Military Academy, the Bryn Mawr Film Institute, and Philabundance. He also served on the Advisory Committee for Orion Communities in Phoenixville, PA which provides assistance and support to neighbors in need. He currently serves as Treasurer of the Main Line Chapter of the Fox Chase Cancer Center which raises money and awareness for cancer research. Brian holds a BA in Communications from Temple University. |
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Kylie O'Donoghue | kodonoghue@travilliangroup.com | (484) 885-8236
Specialty Areas: Investment Banking, Institutional Equities and Research, Consulting, Private Equity Kylie joined Travillian in 2022 as an Executive Search Associate to bolster the firm’s growing Investment Banking practice. In support of our senior search consultants, she works on roles across the industry including advisory, capital markets, research, sales & trading, strategy, compliance, legal and HR. Prior to joining the team, Kylie spent five years in the Social Services industry working with families from disadvantaged situations. During this time, she gained valuable interpersonal and organization skills that have a direct application in the world of executive search. She currently resides in Philadelphia, where she enjoys attending sporting events and trying new restaurants. Kylie graduated from Temple University with a B.A. in Social Work. |
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Phylicia Seymour | pseymour@travilliangroup.com | (717) 615-0353
Specialty Areas: Banking & FinTech, Diversified Financials Phylicia joined Travillian to lead our FI Core Staffing Division. Her diverse background and previous career roles centered around assisting small business stakeholders with their human capital management. Before joining FI Core Staffing, she was a high-performer within ADP’s small business team, focusing on business clients’ payroll/tax, human resources advisory, employee retention, and employer benefit offerings. From there, she entered the commercial banking realm as an AVP, Small Business Banker for Santander Bank where she oversaw two production offices. Phylicia provided strategic and cost-effective solutions to small business clients with revenue ranging from $500k to $7MM, and also teamed up with Santander’s SBA division as a member of the Paycheck Protection Plan (PPP) evaluation process.
Phylicia was a graduate of Shippensburg University in 2009 where she was a four-year recipient of a basketball scholarship. Following her undergrad, she went on to complete her masters at Shippensburg University in 2011 with a M.S. in Organizational Leadership and Development. |
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Gerelyn joined Travillian in 2022 as Content Director to support the build-out of the Travillian Next website. Her responsibilities include interviewing industry professionals across banking and fintech, performing surveys, conducting research, and providing written and video content.
Gerelyn hails from a career in journalism, where she has reported on the capital markets including investment banking for niche Wall Street trade publications. She has also contributed to several online fintech publications in various market segments including blockchain and cryptocurrencies. A graduate of Campbell University in North Carolina and the author of a children’s book, Gerelyn currently resides in New Jersey. |
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Adam Yancoskie | ayancoskie@travilliangroup.com | (610) 724-9336
Specialty Areas: Investment Banking, Institutional Equities and Research, Consulting, Private Equity An Executive Recruiter based in the Philadelphia area office, Adam specializes in executing client searches focused across the financial services industry. His responsibilities include developing relationships with mid and senior level industry executives, interviewing and recruiting candidates for the client company, and negotiating employment agreements.
Prior to joining Travillian, Adam was employed by Hirtle Callaghan & Co., a financial advisor focused on providing investment solutions for family groups and institutions through North America and around the world. He was an analyst in the Private Equity group, involved in all facets of the investment process; including the initial screening of investment opportunities, due diligence, and monitoring of portfolio companies. Adam also worked at SEI Investments as an Asset Movement Analyst, responsible for transitioning new clients into the company. Adam earned a B.A. in Finance and Accounting from the University of Pittsburgh and passed level 1 of the CFA exam. |
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Katie Durso, Research, Marketing & Operations Coordinator | kdurso@travilliangroup.com
Katie joined Travillian with an extensive background in financial services administration, as well as experience in the banking and insurance industries. Over the past 12 years, Katie has provided daily support of two successful planning practices, ranging from long-term projects to client service, and everything in between. Prior to her role in the financial services industry, Katie also worked for M&T Bank, Sovereign Bank and State Farm. She brings a wealth of experience and insight across the broad spectrum of the financial industry to her role at Travillian. In her personal life Katie is passionate about giving back. She believes in raising awareness and lending a helping hand to those in need. Katie co-founded and serves on the board of Homers For Hope, a 501(c)3 non-profit charity that raises funds to help local families in need. She also volunteers her time to advocate and fundraise for animal welfare and rescue, and other national charities such as Alex's Lemonade Stand. Katie currently lives in Delaware County, PA with her husband John. |
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Joe Fenech, Content Contributor
Joe Fenech has worked in the bank sector for more than twenty years. He began his career in 1998 helping execute IPO’s for Sandler O’Neill + Partners, L.P., a leading firm serving the financial services sector. In 2000, he moved to equity research, covering large banks for Deutsche Bank Securities Inc. and Prudential Equity Group LLC, honing his skills under the sector’s most prominent analysts. Fenech returned to Sandler O’Neill + Partners, L.P. in 2004 as a lead analyst covering bank stocks nationwide, serving in that role until 2014. In 2014, he joined Hovde Group LLC, a top advisor to banks, to spearhead the buildout of the firm’s research unit. Under this leadership, the firm built an award-winning platform, initiating coverage of over one hundred bank stocks. In 2017, he was appointed to the firm’s Management Operating Committee, which was tasked with day-to-day management of the company. Fenech is frequently interviewed by media outlets, including CNBC, Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal, American Banker, S&P Global Market Intelligence, and has been invited to share his sector insights with numerous Boards of Directors, and an industry conferences. Fenech graduated with a Bachelor degree in Finance from James Madison University, and holds the following FINRA licenses: 7, 24, 63, 86, and 87. |
