Who’s Who in Banking 2025
Banking is an integral part of everyday life, and a positive experience can play a major part in a business’ or an individual’s success. Every year, South Jersey Biz spotlights experts in the industry who are known for being innovative, diligent and altruistic over the course of their careers.
Laura Nitti, Retail Market President, TD Bank
A passionate leader, Nitti brings more than two decades of experience in the industry. After starting her career in banking in 2004 as an assistant manager, she has continued to leverage her care for colleagues, customers and the communities she serves as she has risen through the ranks with TD. Over the course of her career, Nitti has grown into several positions within retail banking, spanning from store leadership to heading leader academy, and sales strategy and field engagement. Currently, she serves as the market president of retail for the Mid-Atlantic South Market and is responsible for leading over 1,100 employees across 134 store locations. In this capacity, she champions TD’s vision with respect to customer, employee and shareholder experiences, implementing effective strategies and plans that achieve top line growth and bottom-line results. In addition to her work at TD, Nitti has held many board roles in her career, most recently serving the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters. She also enjoys volunteering for various nonprofit organizations and serving as a professional mentor for others in the industry.
A passionate leader, Nitti brings more than two decades of experience in the industry. After starting her career in banking in 2004 as an assistant manager, she has continued to leverage her care for colleagues, customers and the communities she serves as she has risen through the ranks with TD. Over the course of her career, Nitti has grown into several positions within retail banking, spanning from store leadership to heading leader academy, and sales strategy and field engagement. Currently, she serves as the market president of retail for the Mid-Atlantic South Market and is responsible for leading over 1,100 employees across 134 store locations. In this capacity, she champions TD’s vision with respect to customer, employee and shareholder experiences, implementing effective strategies and plans that achieve top line growth and bottom-line results. In addition to her work at TD, Nitti has held many board roles in her career, most recently serving the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters. She also enjoys volunteering for various nonprofit organizations and serving as a professional mentor for others in the industry.
Jeannine Cimino, Regional President and Senior Vice President, South Central NJ Region, Mid Penn Bank
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Cimino serves as regional president and senior vice president at Mid Penn Bank, where she leads commercial and retail banking throughout the South/Central New Jersey region. She joined William Penn Bank in 2021 as executive vice president and chief retail officer and transitioned to Mid Penn Bank in 2025 through its merger with William Penn. With more than 30 years of experience in financial services, Cimino has held leadership roles at Sovereign Bank, Santander Bank, First Choice Bank and Berkshire Bank. She began her career on Wall Street at PaineWebber/UBS in technical analysis and managed account consulting roles before moving into leadership positions across the industry. At William Penn Bank, she oversaw retail banking, private banking, mortgage services and sales strategy across a network of financial centers. An active community member, she currently serves as chairman of the Hamilton Partnership, the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce and Ryan’s Quest. She is also a recipient of the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey Woman of Distinction Award, the RWJ Young Professional of the Year Award and is a Young Audiences former DAZZLE champion.
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Cimino serves as regional president and senior vice president at Mid Penn Bank, where she leads commercial and retail banking throughout the South/Central New Jersey region. She joined William Penn Bank in 2021 as executive vice president and chief retail officer and transitioned to Mid Penn Bank in 2025 through its merger with William Penn. With more than 30 years of experience in financial services, Cimino has held leadership roles at Sovereign Bank, Santander Bank, First Choice Bank and Berkshire Bank. She began her career on Wall Street at PaineWebber/UBS in technical analysis and managed account consulting roles before moving into leadership positions across the industry. At William Penn Bank, she oversaw retail banking, private banking, mortgage services and sales strategy across a network of financial centers. An active community member, she currently serves as chairman of the Hamilton Partnership, the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce and Ryan’s Quest. She is also a recipient of the Girl Scouts of Central and Southern New Jersey Woman of Distinction Award, the RWJ Young Professional of the Year Award and is a Young Audiences former DAZZLE champion.
Oliver E. Lewis, Jr., Senior Executive Vice President, Head of Commercial Banking, Columbia Bank
Lewis was appointed EVP, head of commercial banking of Columbia Bank in January 2021 and subsequently senior EVP, head of commercial banking in May 2024. In his role, he leads the bank’s commercial lending and business development efforts including treasury sales, portfolio management and commercial closing. Lewis plays a key role in expanding market presence, advancing loan-origination technology and introducing treasury management products that help operation efficiency. Prior to Columbia Bank, Lewis served as an executive director for JPMorgan Chase from 2011 to 2019 as a commercial bank market executive for Chase’s Commercial Bank Office and had direct responsibility for a team of bankers and associates with annual revenue of approximately $30 million. Lewis served in various other capacities with JPMorgan Chase and as an assistant vice president, treasury management with PNC Bank. He also served as a financial services officer in the United States Air Force, where he attained the rank of captain. Lewis holds an MBA in finance from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Science in aviation administration from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Lewis was appointed EVP, head of commercial banking of Columbia Bank in January 2021 and subsequently senior EVP, head of commercial banking in May 2024. In his role, he leads the bank’s commercial lending and business development efforts including treasury sales, portfolio management and commercial closing. Lewis plays a key role in expanding market presence, advancing loan-origination technology and introducing treasury management products that help operation efficiency. Prior to Columbia Bank, Lewis served as an executive director for JPMorgan Chase from 2011 to 2019 as a commercial bank market executive for Chase’s Commercial Bank Office and had direct responsibility for a team of bankers and associates with annual revenue of approximately $30 million. Lewis served in various other capacities with JPMorgan Chase and as an assistant vice president, treasury management with PNC Bank. He also served as a financial services officer in the United States Air Force, where he attained the rank of captain. Lewis holds an MBA in finance from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Science in aviation administration from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Kristine Piazza-Belser, Chief Human Resources Officer, American Heritage Credit Union
Piazza-Belser is a business leader and HR practitioner whose career spans three decades across many industries. Her journey in human resources began at FMC Corporation where she provided collaborative support to research and development, sales and facilities groups. Through profound guidance of gracious business mentors, Piazza-Belser sharpened her business acumen and discovered her passion for people and business, while earning her undergraduate degree at Rosemont College, obtaining her HR certification and becoming an active member of SHRM. She continued sharing her knowledge and skill, spending almost two decades building the HR function and programs for various health care organizations. Pursuing her commitment to continuous learning, Piazza-Belser earned her MBA from LaSalle University and deepened her involvement in her local Southeastern, Pa. SHRM Chapter, serving in many board roles, most proudly as chapter president and currently as diversity director. In her current role, she takes great pride in American Heritage Federal Credit Union’s community impact and is inspired by and grateful for the work ethic and altruism of the incredible people she works with every day.
Piazza-Belser is a business leader and HR practitioner whose career spans three decades across many industries. Her journey in human resources began at FMC Corporation where she provided collaborative support to research and development, sales and facilities groups. Through profound guidance of gracious business mentors, Piazza-Belser sharpened her business acumen and discovered her passion for people and business, while earning her undergraduate degree at Rosemont College, obtaining her HR certification and becoming an active member of SHRM. She continued sharing her knowledge and skill, spending almost two decades building the HR function and programs for various health care organizations. Pursuing her commitment to continuous learning, Piazza-Belser earned her MBA from LaSalle University and deepened her involvement in her local Southeastern, Pa. SHRM Chapter, serving in many board roles, most proudly as chapter president and currently as diversity director. In her current role, she takes great pride in American Heritage Federal Credit Union’s community impact and is inspired by and grateful for the work ethic and altruism of the incredible people she works with every day.
Jeff Ropiecki, Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager, OceanFirst Bank N.A.
Ropiecki has spent his 35-year banking career providing customized banking solutions for businesses and consumers in Southern New Jersey. For the past 15 years, he has focused on assisting commercial business with loan, deposit and treasury-management services. Ropiecki’s clients value and appreciate his consultative approach to developing a deep understanding of their businesses and short- and long-term needs and goals. He specializes in providing value-based financial solutions based on local knowledge. Ropiecki is passionate about serving the community and currently serves as a councilman in Port Republic, is a past board chair of the Greater Atlantic City Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Workforce Development Board of Cumberland, Salem and Cape May counties and on the board of Shore Health Enterprises, Inc. In addition to his many professional accomplishments, Ropiecki is active in the community, coaching youth sports and serving as a Scout leader for many years. He earned a BA in marketing and management at Stockton University and a master’s in business administration at Monmouth University.
Ropiecki has spent his 35-year banking career providing customized banking solutions for businesses and consumers in Southern New Jersey. For the past 15 years, he has focused on assisting commercial business with loan, deposit and treasury-management services. Ropiecki’s clients value and appreciate his consultative approach to developing a deep understanding of their businesses and short- and long-term needs and goals. He specializes in providing value-based financial solutions based on local knowledge. Ropiecki is passionate about serving the community and currently serves as a councilman in Port Republic, is a past board chair of the Greater Atlantic City Chamber of Commerce and serves on the Workforce Development Board of Cumberland, Salem and Cape May counties and on the board of Shore Health Enterprises, Inc. In addition to his many professional accomplishments, Ropiecki is active in the community, coaching youth sports and serving as a Scout leader for many years. He earned a BA in marketing and management at Stockton University and a master’s in business administration at Monmouth University.
Shannon Lazare, Executive Vice President, New Jersey Regional President, Business Banking Metro Market Manager
Lazare is the New Jersey Regional President and Metro Market Manager for Business Banking at M&T Bank. As regional president, she leads M&T’s team in the Garden State, ensuring that the bank continues to serve its communities and customers. She supervises all aspects of the bank’s involvement in community engagement, economic development and charitable initiatives in New Jersey. In her capacity as Metro Market Manager for Business Banking, Lazare oversees a team of regional managers across New Jersey, New York City and Long Island to drive regional performance by aligning local strategies with broader business goals. She joined M&T in 2013 as a senior relationship manager with business banking and has held the role of regional manager since 2019. She brings over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, having previously worked with J.P. Morgan Chase, Wachovia and Valley National Bank. Outside of M&T, Lazare serves as a board member of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce, Pursuit CDC, and Pony Power Therapies, and is the honorary commander for the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.
Lazare is the New Jersey Regional President and Metro Market Manager for Business Banking at M&T Bank. As regional president, she leads M&T’s team in the Garden State, ensuring that the bank continues to serve its communities and customers. She supervises all aspects of the bank’s involvement in community engagement, economic development and charitable initiatives in New Jersey. In her capacity as Metro Market Manager for Business Banking, Lazare oversees a team of regional managers across New Jersey, New York City and Long Island to drive regional performance by aligning local strategies with broader business goals. She joined M&T in 2013 as a senior relationship manager with business banking and has held the role of regional manager since 2019. She brings over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, having previously worked with J.P. Morgan Chase, Wachovia and Valley National Bank. Outside of M&T, Lazare serves as a board member of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce, Pursuit CDC, and Pony Power Therapies, and is the honorary commander for the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.
Jonathan Hill, Senior Vice President and CFO, Parke Bank
Hill joined Parke Bank in December 2023 and serves as senior vice president and chief financial officer, where he leads financial operations and strategy, including financial planning and analysis, accounting and financial reporting, treasury and asset liability management. He is a graduate of Drexel University, where he received his MBA in financial management after earning his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Salisbury University. Hill is a seasoned financial professional with nearly 25 years’ experience in finance and accounting. Prior to joining Parke Bank, he served at Republic Bank, where he held numerous roles including senior vice president–managing director of finance, interim chief financial officer and controller. He previously spent nearly five years at M&T Bank as senior vice president–senior finance manager for the corporate finance/mergers and acquisitions team. Hill also held several roles at Glenmede, in Center City Philadelphia, earlier in his career. An avid Philadelphia sports enthusiast, he can often be spotted coaching one of his three children’s sporting events and enjoys quality time with family and friends.
Hill joined Parke Bank in December 2023 and serves as senior vice president and chief financial officer, where he leads financial operations and strategy, including financial planning and analysis, accounting and financial reporting, treasury and asset liability management. He is a graduate of Drexel University, where he received his MBA in financial management after earning his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Salisbury University. Hill is a seasoned financial professional with nearly 25 years’ experience in finance and accounting. Prior to joining Parke Bank, he served at Republic Bank, where he held numerous roles including senior vice president–managing director of finance, interim chief financial officer and controller. He previously spent nearly five years at M&T Bank as senior vice president–senior finance manager for the corporate finance/mergers and acquisitions team. Hill also held several roles at Glenmede, in Center City Philadelphia, earlier in his career. An avid Philadelphia sports enthusiast, he can often be spotted coaching one of his three children’s sporting events and enjoys quality time with family and friends.
Angela Miraglia, Senior Vice President and Consumer Sales Manager for Fulton Bank
Miraglia is a seasoned financial services executive with nearly three decades of experience in sales and service leadership. She currently serves as senior vice president and Southern New Jersey consumer sales manager at Fulton Bank, where she provides strategic oversight for 19 financial centers and approximately 140 team members. Miraglia is known for her expertise in retail banking, consumer and small business lending, government banking, project management and strategic planning. Since joining Fulton in 1996, she has held several key leadership roles, including senior vice president, regional manager and vice president, group manager. In each position, she has consistently delivered results by cultivating high-performing teams, driving operational excellence and executing growth strategies across diverse markets. Miraglia’s leadership is defined by her persistent effort, attention to detail and strong follow-through. She is highly skilled in managing multiple locations and priorities and brings a deep passion for learning and development to every role. Her commitment to empowering teams and fostering long-term client relationships continues to shape the success of Fulton Bank’s consumer and small business banking operations.
Miraglia is a seasoned financial services executive with nearly three decades of experience in sales and service leadership. She currently serves as senior vice president and Southern New Jersey consumer sales manager at Fulton Bank, where she provides strategic oversight for 19 financial centers and approximately 140 team members. Miraglia is known for her expertise in retail banking, consumer and small business lending, government banking, project management and strategic planning. Since joining Fulton in 1996, she has held several key leadership roles, including senior vice president, regional manager and vice president, group manager. In each position, she has consistently delivered results by cultivating high-performing teams, driving operational excellence and executing growth strategies across diverse markets. Miraglia’s leadership is defined by her persistent effort, attention to detail and strong follow-through. She is highly skilled in managing multiple locations and priorities and brings a deep passion for learning and development to every role. Her commitment to empowering teams and fostering long-term client relationships continues to shape the success of Fulton Bank’s consumer and small business banking operations.
Jamie Tranfalia, Senior Vice President and Senior Middle Market Team Leader, WSFS Bank
Tranfalia supports and develops WSFS’ team of middle market relationship managers to deepen existing relationships, to acquire new relationships, and to promote WSFS as a leader in middle market banking. He has held similar roles over the past 25 years with KeyBank and Citizens Bank, overseeing customer service and business development throughout Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. During his career, he’s also held other leadership positions at Wells Fargo and Brown Brothers Harriman. In addition to his many professional accolades, Tranfalia has served on the boards of and is an active volunteer with several organizations, including Philabundance, Habitat for Humanity, the American Heart Association, the Liberty USO in Philadelphia and the Chamber of Commerce of Southern New Jersey. A military veteran, Tranfalia served for several years as a U.S. Air Force captain and nuclear missile crew commander. He received his bachelor’s degree in biology from the U.S. Air Force Academy and Master of Business Administration degree from Colorado State University.
Tranfalia supports and develops WSFS’ team of middle market relationship managers to deepen existing relationships, to acquire new relationships, and to promote WSFS as a leader in middle market banking. He has held similar roles over the past 25 years with KeyBank and Citizens Bank, overseeing customer service and business development throughout Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. During his career, he’s also held other leadership positions at Wells Fargo and Brown Brothers Harriman. In addition to his many professional accolades, Tranfalia has served on the boards of and is an active volunteer with several organizations, including Philabundance, Habitat for Humanity, the American Heart Association, the Liberty USO in Philadelphia and the Chamber of Commerce of Southern New Jersey. A military veteran, Tranfalia served for several years as a U.S. Air Force captain and nuclear missile crew commander. He received his bachelor’s degree in biology from the U.S. Air Force Academy and Master of Business Administration degree from Colorado State University.
Kim Robinson, Vice President/Community Banking–Retail Operations Manager, The First National Bank of Elmer
Robinson has 19 years of experience in the banking industry and joined The First National Bank of Elmer (FNBE) as vice president/community banking–retail operations manager in March 2021. In just four years she has earned three promotions. Robinson currently serves as the senior vice president, operating officer at FNBE. She oversees daily operations of retail banking, IT, project development, deposit operations, security and overall consumer experience—driving technology advancements and excellence across the bank. Throughout her nearly two-decade career, she has built a reputation for strategic leadership and deep commitment to community- focused banking. Her leadership is defined by dedication to operational excellence, cross-departmental collaboration and the development of high-performing teams. Robinson has been instrumental in implementing system improvements and fostering a culture of accountability and customer service. Her time at FNBE has been significant in its impact on customers and the community.
Robinson has 19 years of experience in the banking industry and joined The First National Bank of Elmer (FNBE) as vice president/community banking–retail operations manager in March 2021. In just four years she has earned three promotions. Robinson currently serves as the senior vice president, operating officer at FNBE. She oversees daily operations of retail banking, IT, project development, deposit operations, security and overall consumer experience—driving technology advancements and excellence across the bank. Throughout her nearly two-decade career, she has built a reputation for strategic leadership and deep commitment to community- focused banking. Her leadership is defined by dedication to operational excellence, cross-departmental collaboration and the development of high-performing teams. Robinson has been instrumental in implementing system improvements and fostering a culture of accountability and customer service. Her time at FNBE has been significant in its impact on customers and the community.
Lisa Noreski, Chief Human Resources Officer, First Harvest Credit Union
Noreski has played a pivotal role in shaping First Harvest’s workforce strategy. By aligning human capital with the institution’s mission and vision, she has cultivated a resilient, high-performing employee base that drives sustained financial stability, operational excellence and exceptional member service. With more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Noreski is an accomplished people leader who blends strategic foresight with a deep commitment to employee development. Her leadership is marked by practical innovation, whether implementing modern talent acquisition strategies, advancing leadership development frameworks or driving cultural initiatives that increase engagement and retention. Noreski began her career at Discover Financial Services, where she advanced through multiple leadership roles in talent acquisition, people operations and compliance. In addition to her current role at First Harvest, career highlights include serving as director of people strategy at Nav Technologies. Noreski views employees not only as organizational assets but also as ambassadors serving members, families and businesses who depend on First Harvest Credit Union. She takes pride in supporting a workforce that is both mission-driven and member-focused.
Noreski has played a pivotal role in shaping First Harvest’s workforce strategy. By aligning human capital with the institution’s mission and vision, she has cultivated a resilient, high-performing employee base that drives sustained financial stability, operational excellence and exceptional member service. With more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Noreski is an accomplished people leader who blends strategic foresight with a deep commitment to employee development. Her leadership is marked by practical innovation, whether implementing modern talent acquisition strategies, advancing leadership development frameworks or driving cultural initiatives that increase engagement and retention. Noreski began her career at Discover Financial Services, where she advanced through multiple leadership roles in talent acquisition, people operations and compliance. In addition to her current role at First Harvest, career highlights include serving as director of people strategy at Nav Technologies. Noreski views employees not only as organizational assets but also as ambassadors serving members, families and businesses who depend on First Harvest Credit Union. She takes pride in supporting a workforce that is both mission-driven and member-focused.
Adam Kleinman, Executive Director, New Jersey Market Executive, Wells Fargo & Company
Kleinman is responsible for leading the commercial banking teams throughout the state and focuses on serving customers and expanding business in this market. These teams provide credit, treasury management, deposit, international and capital markets services to commercial banking customers with annual revenue between $25 million and $2 billion, as well as investor real estate opportunities. Kleinman has been at the bank since 2013 where he started with Wells Fargo’s commercial strategies team and spent two years supporting commercial bankers’ consultative sales efforts through the generation of analytical presentations related to industry trends, financial benchmarking, and optimal capital structure.
Kleinman is responsible for leading the commercial banking teams throughout the state and focuses on serving customers and expanding business in this market. These teams provide credit, treasury management, deposit, international and capital markets services to commercial banking customers with annual revenue between $25 million and $2 billion, as well as investor real estate opportunities. Kleinman has been at the bank since 2013 where he started with Wells Fargo’s commercial strategies team and spent two years supporting commercial bankers’ consultative sales efforts through the generation of analytical presentations related to industry trends, financial benchmarking, and optimal capital structure.
Joseph G. Meterchick, Regional President for Philadelphia, Delaware and Southern New Jersey, PNC Bank
Meterchick brings over 44 years of banking experience with PNC to its clients and prospects. Prior to assuming his current role, he served as regional president for Florida West, as well as PNC’s director of corporate and commercial banking for the state. He also has nearly three decades of previous experience in Philadelphia and South Jersey, including leadership of the corporate banking team. Active in a range of community organizations, Meterchick is a board and executive committee member of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Corporate Council.
Meterchick brings over 44 years of banking experience with PNC to its clients and prospects. Prior to assuming his current role, he served as regional president for Florida West, as well as PNC’s director of corporate and commercial banking for the state. He also has nearly three decades of previous experience in Philadelphia and South Jersey, including leadership of the corporate banking team. Active in a range of community organizations, Meterchick is a board and executive committee member of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Corporate Council.
Bernel Hall, President and CEO, New Jersey Community Capital
Over the past 25 years, Hall has executed over $5 billion in real estate investment and lending transactions for multifamily, retail, office and hotel properties in 36 states. As New Jersey Community Capital (NJCC) President and CEO, he leads the largest community development financial institution in New Jersey with more than $700 million in assets under management. NJCC leveraged over $2.5 billion in capital to more than 120,000 business owners and residents in underserved and low-income communities in New Jersey and nationally. Hall also leads Community Asset Preservation Corporation, a subsidiary of NJCC, and the largest affordable housing development company in New Jersey.
Over the past 25 years, Hall has executed over $5 billion in real estate investment and lending transactions for multifamily, retail, office and hotel properties in 36 states. As New Jersey Community Capital (NJCC) President and CEO, he leads the largest community development financial institution in New Jersey with more than $700 million in assets under management. NJCC leveraged over $2.5 billion in capital to more than 120,000 business owners and residents in underserved and low-income communities in New Jersey and nationally. Hall also leads Community Asset Preservation Corporation, a subsidiary of NJCC, and the largest affordable housing development company in New Jersey.
Amy Barton, Vice President Commercial Banking, Truist Bank
Since being named to her position in 2023, Barton has served as a strategic partner for many commercial clients in the New Jersey and Philadelphia markets to help them achieve their goals in all areas of financial operations. Throughout her 25 years in banking and financial services, she has utilized a client-centered approach to drive the best outcomes. Barton has also been an avid painter for over 30 years, often combining her love of art with advocacy work for people with disabilities. She serves on the board for the Chamber of Commerce of Southern New Jersey and on the advancement committee for the Alice Paul Center.
Since being named to her position in 2023, Barton has served as a strategic partner for many commercial clients in the New Jersey and Philadelphia markets to help them achieve their goals in all areas of financial operations. Throughout her 25 years in banking and financial services, she has utilized a client-centered approach to drive the best outcomes. Barton has also been an avid painter for over 30 years, often combining her love of art with advocacy work for people with disabilities. She serves on the board for the Chamber of Commerce of Southern New Jersey and on the advancement committee for the Alice Paul Center.
Robert G. Jack, CAMS, VP/BSA Officer & Deposit Operations, Century Savings Bank
Jack heads Century Savings Bank’s BSA/AML program and oversees day-to-day deposit and electronic banking operations. He guided the bank through an FDIC BSA consent order, rewriting policies and procedures, rebuilding the risk assessment, leading a suspicious activity lookback and training staff across the organization while keeping daily monitoring and reporting on track. Since 2023, Jack’s role has also included leadership of deposit operations, where he focuses on helping customers and front-line staff to use the bank’s deposit and electronic services safely and reliably. In 2024, he was recognized as a Rising Star by the New Jersey Bankers Association.
Jack heads Century Savings Bank’s BSA/AML program and oversees day-to-day deposit and electronic banking operations. He guided the bank through an FDIC BSA consent order, rewriting policies and procedures, rebuilding the risk assessment, leading a suspicious activity lookback and training staff across the organization while keeping daily monitoring and reporting on track. Since 2023, Jack’s role has also included leadership of deposit operations, where he focuses on helping customers and front-line staff to use the bank’s deposit and electronic services safely and reliably. In 2024, he was recognized as a Rising Star by the New Jersey Bankers Association.
Eileen Crean, President and CEO, Members 1st of NJ Federal Credit Union (FCU)
With more than two decades of experience in financial services, Crean is recognized throughout the region for her strategic leadership, operational expertise and commitment to strengthening access to responsible, people-focused banking. Under her direction, the organization has expanded its service capabilities, modernized its digital banking platforms and successfully completed the merger with Thunderbolt Area FCU—positioning the credit union for long-term growth and enhanced member benefits across South Jersey. Known for her collaborative leadership style and dedication to member-first service, Crean continues to champion initiatives that promote financial wellness, operational resilience and a strong local presence.
With more than two decades of experience in financial services, Crean is recognized throughout the region for her strategic leadership, operational expertise and commitment to strengthening access to responsible, people-focused banking. Under her direction, the organization has expanded its service capabilities, modernized its digital banking platforms and successfully completed the merger with Thunderbolt Area FCU—positioning the credit union for long-term growth and enhanced member benefits across South Jersey. Known for her collaborative leadership style and dedication to member-first service, Crean continues to champion initiatives that promote financial wellness, operational resilience and a strong local presence.
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