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MANSFIELD, PA - FCCB’s newest Commercial Lender, Roderick Ward, brings over 23 years of financial services experience to the team and a long history of helping commercial businesses achieve more.

“Solid partnerships are key to running a successful business, especially when that partner is your banker,” noted Randall E. Black, CEO and President. “The right business lender learns the ins and outs of a client’s business and helps identify opportunities for growth. That’s always been the FCCB model and we believe Roderick is the right fit.”

Most recently, Ward was a VP, Commercial Real Estate Officer for Bryn Mawr Trust in West Chester, PA. He also has years of experience as a Senior Credit Analyst and as a Senior Investment Accountant. He has advanced knowledge in Community Development, Sustainability and Green Building. Over the years, Ward has built a strong network of satisfied customers as a result of his dedication, knowledge, and experience.

Ward graduated from Muhlenberg College with a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics and also attended RMA (Risk Management Association) Commercial Lending School in Philadelphia, and the Fox Business School (Temple University). He is a board member for Chester County’s Children, Inc., board member and treasurer of Phoenixville Area Soccer Club (PASC), the developer of the first privately financed LEED multi-family mid-rise project in West Philadelphia, and a member of Green Building United.

“Roderick joins a regional team of commercial lenders with nearly 200 years of combined experience between them, and a strong, independent community bank behind them,” said Black. “We believe our Commercial Lending Team is second to none, and we’re confident that given the chance their customers will agree!”

First Citizens Community Bank (FCCB) offers a strong line of mortgage and real estate loans, high-interest rewards checking, trust and investment services, and cash management services that help businesses save time and money. They are headquartered in Mansfield, Pennsylvania, and currently operate 31 offices throughout Tioga, Bradford, Potter, Clinton, Centre, Union, Lebanon, Lancaster, Schuylkill, Berks, and Chester counties in Pennsylvania, Allegany County, New York, and New Castle, and Kent Counties in Delaware. For more information about First Citizens, call (800) 326-9486, visit www.myfccb.com or find them on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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