Peoples Financial Services Corp. is pleased to announce that Gerard A. Champi has officially assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and Thomas P. Tulaney has taken on the position of President for both the Company and its subsidiary, Peoples Security Bank and Trust Company. The executives began their new roles effective January 1, 2025 in accordance with the Company’s previously announced succession plans.
These leadership transitions mark a significant milestone for the Company following its successful merger with FNCB Bancorp, Inc., completed in 2024. Mr. Champi and Mr. Tulaney, both seasoned banking professionals, bring a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to advancing the Company’s mission of delivering exceptional service and fostering growth in the communities it serves.
As CEO, Mr. Champi will oversee the strategic direction of the Company, ensuring continued innovation and financial performance. With over three decades of experience, including serving eight years as President and CEO of FNCB Bank, Mr. Champi is committed to fostering a culture of excellence and community engagement.
In his role as President, Mr. Tulaney will lead day-to-day operations and drive business development efforts. His extensive background, including his time as Chief Operating Officer, positions him to support the Company’s ongoing growth while maintaining its commitment to personalized service.
Peoples Security Bank and Trust Company operates 39 full-service community banking offices across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. The Bank offers a comprehensive suite of financial products and services tailored to individuals, businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and government entities.
About Peoples Financial Services Corp.:
Peoples Financial Services Corp. is the bank holding company of Peoples Security Bank and Trust Company, an independent community bank serving its retail and commercial customers through 39 full-service community banking offices located within the Allegheny, Bucks, Lackawanna, Lebanon, Lehigh, Luzerne, Monroe, Montgomery, Northampton, Susquehanna, Wayne, and Wyoming Counties in Pennsylvania, Middlesex County in New Jersey and Broome County in New York. Each office, interdependent with the community, offers a comprehensive array of financial products and services to individuals, businesses, not-for-profit organizations and government entities. People’s business philosophy includes offering direct access to senior management and other officers and providing friendly, informed and courteous service, local and timely. For more information, visit psbt.com.