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LOCAL PROFESSIONALS MAKING THEIR MARK IN MID ATLANTIC BANKING

Andrew Bowman

Customers Bank Names Andrew Bowman To Chair’s Office

named chief credit officer, a role he continues to hold.

Customers Bank announced it elevated Andrew Bowman, to senior executive vice president and a member of the Office of the Chair. In January, he was

As a member of the Office of the Chair, Bowman will expand his responsibilities to work directly with the bank’s leaders, including Jay Sidhu, chairman; Richard Ehst, president and CEO; and others to guide Customers Bank’s short- and long-term credit strategies. Prior to January, Bowman served as Customers Bank’s deputy chief credit officer and has more than 30 years of credit industry experience spanning large and small banks, as well as in non-traditional credit markets.

“Andrew has proven to be a valuable asset and trusted advisor to our clients and the executive team,” said Sidhu. “I look forward to working more closely with Andrew in the future. His extensive market knowledge and broad credit experience will continue to be key differentiators that help us provide clients with the financial tools and resources they need to re-establish operations as the economy continues to reopen.”

Bowman leads a team of more than 50 financial professionals involved in credit underwriting, loan work-out, collections, appraisals, environment orders and reviews. He also serves as the chairperson for the bank’s various loan committees and is a member of the bank’s ALCO, allowance for loan loss, enterprise risk management and executive management committees.

Previously, Bowman served as the senior vice president and director of special loans at VIST Financial. During his career, Bowman has managed commercial loan portfolios ranging in value up to approximately $1 billion during some of the most turbulent market conditions.

Ali Mattera

Ali Mattera Named To 40 Under 40 Industry List

SB One Bank announced that Ali Mattera, senior vice president technology and digital bank officer, was named to Independent Banker’s 40 Under 40: Emerging Community Bank Leaderslist. Mattera, is one of four technology leaders highlighted for driving innovation in the community banking space.

“We are thrilled that her hard work and efforts in leading innovation at SB One Bank, are being recognized,” said President and CEO, Anthony Labozzetta, SB One president and CEO. “Ali has been instrumental in leading our digital banking platform and has taken charge to embrace technologies that create efficiencies and enhance the relationship banking model that our organization prides itself upon.”

Mattera guided SB One Bank through two acquisitions in the past two years without disruption and oversaw the development of a company-wide intranet. She provides policy advice to community organizations and state legislators on cybersecurity and privacy protection.

“I am so honored to receive this recognition from Independent Banker, and I look forward to focusing on new ways to infuse innovation into our organization,” said Mattera. “I am particularly excited given the upcoming merger with Provident Bank to leverage innovation strategies to bring these banks and teams together.”

Mattera joined SB One Bank in 2017 and is responsible for maintaining information technology, digital strategy and digital channels for the bank and its subsidiaries. She is primarily focused on accelerating innovation throughout the organization, identifying disruptive threats to the bank’s business models and leading change management and strategic thought leadership. Additionally, she develops and implements business-enabling technology strategy.

Patty L. Heagy

Ephrata National Bank Hires AVP Mortgage Expert

Ephrata National Bank in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, announces the addition of Patty L. Heagy as assistant vice president mortgage expert.

In this role, Heagy will be responsible forprospecting new mortgage lending opportunities, the management of portfolio relationships and monitoring compliance with loan policies and appropriate regulations. Her career spans over 30 years in the real estate and banking industry, most recently as a bank executive officer and residential lender with Orrstown Bank.

Jeff Fazio

TD Bank Names Fazio Head Of Small Business Specialists

TD Bank named Jeff Fazio head of small business specialists, a new role created to lead the specialist team of approximately 100 employees throughout TD’s Maine-to- Florida footprintthat focus on small businesses with revenues of $1 million and under. In this position, Fazio will oversee pipeline management, work with product teams on strategy and product enhancement and closely collaborate with the small business credit center to refine the lending process.

“Jeff’s track record of effective sales management and leadership in small business banking makes him an excellent fit for this position,” said Jay DesMarteau, head of commercial distribution, TD Bank. “We are confident that under Jeff’s leadership the team will continue to provide support to small businesses to help them succeed in both trying and good times.”

Fazio brings 18 years of small business banking experience to the role. Prior, Fazio served as the small business division manager at Citibank where he worked with 36,000 small businesses and managed a portfolio of $20 billion in deposits and loans.

Fazio is based in Mahwah, NJ, and will travel throughout TD’s footprint to meet with market-based teams.

York Traditions Hires Sposito As Strategic Revenue Officer

Thomas J. Sposito

York Traditions Bank, in York, Pennsylvania, announced that Thomas J. Sposito II has joined its executive leadership team as strategic revenue officer. In this new role, Sposito serves as a resource fororganic revenue generation, enterprisewide profitability, and balance sheet growth for the bank’s core and expanded markets.

“Tom is a well-respected business and community leader with a genuine care for people,” noted President and CEO Eugene Draganosky. “His reputation and connections will help us acquire new clients and expand existing relationships, and his vast experience and knowledge will aid in the formulation of future strategic ventures.”

Sposito is the current board chair of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber of Commerce and an advisory board member for the Penn State fundraising campaign. His banking career in the Harrisburg, Lancaster, and other central Pennsylvania markets has included leadership positions with Sterling Financial, PNC, Integrity and S&T.

In May 2019, Sposito retired from S&T Bank as chief corporate development officer with direct responsibility for wealth management, private banking, public funds, and local market business development. Throughout his 35- year career, he has held nearly every customer-facing leadership role such as market executive, chief banking officer, chief revenue officer, chief operating officer, president, and CEO.

In January, York Traditions Bank announced the organization’s first fullservice branch in Lancaster County. The original timeline has been temporarily delayed by COVID-19, but the doors at 1687 Oregon Pike will open next year. In addition to assisting the bank in developing strategic business relationships, Sposito will lead the efforts to recruit associates and advisory council members for the Lancaster region.

“I have known Tom for decades and have the utmost respect for his values and many contributions to our industry,” remarked Michael Kochenour, Founder and Chairman. “He is a strategic thought leader with a proven track record and a sincere love for the community. He is the ideal cultural fit to help York Traditions Bank expand our relationship approach into new markets while staying true to our local vision and mission.”

Sposito earned his finance degree from Penn State University and a Master of Business Administration from Lebanon Valley College.

Northfield Bank Announces EVP To Retire

Michael J. Widmer

Northfield Bank, the whollyowned subsidiary of Northfield Bancorp, Inc. announced that Michael J. Widmer, executive vice president of operations, informed the bank that he will retire in October 2020.

Widmer is a veteran banker with over 35 years of leadership experience in community banking. He joined Northfield Bank in 2002, as part of Northfield’s acquisition of Liberty Bank, where he served as executive vice president, chief financial officer, and director.

“Michael’s leadership and dedication has been integral to the growth and success of our company over the past 18 years,” said Steven M. Klein, president and CEO of Northfield Bank. “His industry experience, extensive knowledge of banking operations, and commitment to his fellow employees, will be missed, and we wish him the very best.”

Klein continued, “I’m pleased that Michael has agreed to delay his retirement through the conversion of systems related to our recent acquisition of Victory State Bank, which is scheduled for mid-September. I look forward to working closely with him on the conversion and implementing our plan of transition for his responsibilities.”

At Northfield, Widmer oversees operations of the company in a variety of areas including deposit operations, loan servicing, information technology, BSA compliance, security and property management. Widmer has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Rutgers University and a MBA from St. John’s University.

Fidelity Announces Retirement Of Director Patrick J. Dempsey

Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc., the parent bank holding company of The Fidelity Deposit and Discount Bank, a Pennsylvania statechartered, FDICinsuredcommunity bank and trustcompany headquartered in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, announces the retirement of Patrick (“Pat”) J. Dempsey, chairman emeritus, as a director effective May 5, 2020.

Dempsey served as director of the Fidelity Deposit & Discount Bank, a subsidiary of Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc.’s board of directors since 1985. He was named chairman of the Board in 2004 and served for 14 years. He also served as interim CEO and Interim President of Fidelity D & D Bancorp, Inc. from Sept. 1, 2009 to Dec. 2, 2010. He has been a member of the company board since 1999.

“On behalf of the board of directors’ we want to thank Pat for his 35 years of committed service to the Company,” remarked Brian J. Cali, chairman of the board. “Pat’s relentless efforts as a Director and Chairman laid the foundation for the company’s current governance and organizational structure. The Fidelity organization wishes him a happy and deserving retirement for his contributions to our company and bank.” “During my tenure as President and CEO, Mr. Dempsey played an invaluable role in the success of the Company,” remarked Daniel J. Santaniello, Fidelity President & CEO. “I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to have worked alongside such an accomplished and thoughtful person.”