Finance

Ira Robbins CEO Valley Bank Recent acquisition of Westchester Bank helps Valley expand its footprint (233 locations, including 131 in New Jersey) while topping $43 billion in assets. Craig MontanaroThomas Shara

Craig Montanaro CEO Kearny Bank Longtime leader of one of the largest and fastest-growing New Jersey-based banks. Martin MelilliIra Robbins

Martin Melilli Market president TD Bank Longtime banking exec oversees bank operations with key emphasis on commercial banking team serving customers throughout Central and North Jersey. Lori MatheusCraig Montanaro

Lori Matheus Senior vice president, finance and development N.J. Economic Development Authority Oversees the EDA’s business banking and community development activities, including all bonds, loan and incentive programs. Chris MartinMartin Melilli

Chris Martin Chairman Provident Bank He gave up his role as CEO, but continues to be a force in the industry around the state. Ellen MarshallLori Matheus

Ellen Marshall Executive vice president, region head, N.Y./N.J. commercial banking Santander Madison High School grad is a leader in commercial banking and in the community, as she is on the board of the New Jersey Performing Arts...

Elizabeth Magennis President ConnectOne Bank A veteran of more than 15 years at the bank, her leadership led it to another stellar year in 2021. Rodger LevensonEllen Marshall

Rodger Levenson Chair and CEO WSFS Bank Guided company through an unprecedented challenge with the coronavirus pandemic following the acquisition of Beneficial Bank. Tony Labozzetta Elizabeth Magennis

Tony Labozzetta CEO Provident Bank Labozzetta, who came to the bank through its merger with SB One, takes over the day-to-day operations. Steven KleinRodger Levenson

Steven Klein Chairman and CEO Northfield Bank Klein, who serves as the second vice chair of NJBankers, just added Gil Medina to a powerful board that already includes Annette Catino (lead independent director) and Karen Kessler. Doug KennedyTony...