Greater Hudson Bank Announces New Office Location in Blauvelt, NY

BARDONIA, N.Y., May 02, 2018 -- Greater Hudson Bank, ("the Bank") (OTCQX:GHDS) is pleased to announce the opening of a new office in Blauvelt, NY.  The office, located at 170 East Erie St. at the corner of East Erie St. and NY Route 303’s southbound side, will be the Bank’s seventh in operation in support of the Bank’s continued expansion throughout Rockland, Orange, and Westchester counties.  This location will serve as an annex to Greater Hudson Bank’s headquarters in Bardonia, NY. 

Ed Lutz, President and CEO, spoke to the opening of the new office: “We are excited to introduce our new Blauvelt office this spring as we celebrate the Bank’s 15^th anniversary.  After extensive research and deliberation, the Bank believes that this location will serve as a convenient addition to our office in Bardonia, NY for our loyal clientele and provide better access for our New Jersey clients.”

Serving as Sales and Service Manager for the Blauvelt office will be Deborah Fontecchio.  Ms. Fontecchio brings with her over 20 years’ experience in management, having previously served at Key Bank and HSBC Bank, among other organizations.  “I am thrilled to join the Greater Hudson Bank team as Sales and Service Manager and look forward to delivering the personalized service that our clients have grown accustomed to receiving,” said Deborah. 

Joining Ms. Fontecchio in Blauvelt will be Michele Piscani, who will serve as Branch Operations Manager.  Ms. Piscani has made stops at Sterling National Bank, Palisades Federal Credit Union, and Union State Bank, to name a few.  “I am excited to have the opportunity to join Greater Hudson Bank as it continues to expand its reach and deliver top-notch results to small businesses, municipalities and non-profits,” said Michele. 

A grand opening celebration for the Blauvelt office has been set for Friday, May 18^th at 10:00 AM at 170 East Erie St.  In attendance will be Greater Hudson staff members and ambassadors, in addition to appearances by local officials, radio personalities, and other public figures. 

Greater Hudson Bank, founded in 2002, is a premier NY community bank which specializes in providing customized banking services, SBA loans, commercial mortgages, and business lines of credit to Hudson Valley-based businesses, non-profits, and municipal agencies.  The Bank is chartered by the New York State Department of Financial Services and its deposits are insured by the FDIC.  As evidence of the Bank’s financial strength, Greater Hudson Bank has been recognized with a superior rating by the country's leading independent bank rating and research firm, BauerFinancial, Inc.  Further information can be found on the Bank's website at GreaterHudsonBank.com or by calling 844-GREAT-11.

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