Each year, NJBankers recognizes rising leaders in the banking industry with our Rising Star Awards.
This year, we are thrilled to honor 23 individuals who are making a meaningful impact within their companies and communities.
They will be feted at our Rising Star Awards Dinner on Thursday, November 13 at The Stone House at Stirling Ridge in Warren. Registration for the event is now open here.
The 2025 NJBankers Rising Stars are:
Ryan Baumann, Peapack Private Bank & Trust
Jose Borbon, Northfield Bank
Jason Cappa, Peapack Private Bank & Trust
Nicole Carr, Unity Bank
Justin Chan, Valley Bank
Nicole Economy, Peapack Private Bank & Trust
Leah Edwards Hosmer, ICBA Services Network
Colin Fletcher, Magyar Bank
Elena Golubstov, Valley Bank
Nicole Gonzalo, Columbia Bank
Amy Lane, Provident Bank
Michael Mangione, Kearny Bank
Shellyse Marte, ConnectOne Bank
Megan Murphy, Manasquan Bank
Quinal Ojageer, First Bank
Giselle Olmo, First Commerce Bank
Edwin Peraza, PNC Bank
Andrew Russell, Blue Foundry Bank
Romy Sanger, Cross River
Kyle Slickers, First Bank
Erick Vazquez, First Commerce Bank
Izabela Wdowiak, Kearny Bank
Tracy Woodfield, Manasquan Bank
Congratulations to all!
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NJBankers Brittany Wheeler Named 2025 NJBIZ Forty Under 40
Congratulations to NJBankers Brittany Wheeler on being honored as a 2025 NJBIZ Forty Under 40!
As VP/Director of Government Affairs, Brittany is a leading advocate for the state’s banking industry. She provides strategic guidance on legislative and regulatory matters, serves as a liaison between member institutions and lawmakers, and plays a key role in shaping the association’s public policy agenda.
Great news! Our 1 Million Meals Campaign is in the home stretch. With the support of our members, we've raised over 910,000 meals for New Jersey residents facing food insecurity. This #HungerActionMonth, help us reach our goal. Any donation - no matter how large or small - makes a difference.
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Listen to Compliance Alliance's Banking Matters Podcast. A recent episode features attorney Jessica Guobadia who shares her expertise on the complexities of probate, guardianship, and fiduciary litigation. Listen here.
Abrigo has expanded its AI portfolio to help banks move faster, improve accuracy, and stay compliant in a rapidly changing environment. Learn more here.
BankMarketingCenter.com is offering NJBankers members a complimentary 30-day trial of Social+, which is built specifically for banks, giving your team everything they need to manage social media efficiently, compliantly, and effectively. Register for a demo to unlock your trial here.
TRISON, a global leader in audiovisual and digital solutions, has acquired NJBankers Endorsed Provider Zero-In, a company specializing in advanced audiovisual technology solutions for enterprises across multiple verticals. Learn more here.
PMC is now offering a hotline service, a cost-effective way to get the IRA and HSA compliance answers you need. Learn more here.
Join IntraFi's upcoming webinar: "FDIC Deposit Insurance Coverage and Related Matters," on October 16 at 4:00pm. This is a webinar for CPAs, financial advisors, and other business professionals explaining the intricacies of FDIC deposit insurance. CPAs can receive 1 CPE credit. Register here.
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