Provident Adds to Lending Team in Philadelphia Metro Market

WAYNE, PENNSYLVANIA (June 3, 2019): Provident Bank is pleased to announce that Brian Snyder has joined the bank as a Vice President and Relationship Manager with the Philadelphia Metro Commercial Lending Team.  He will be based in the bank’s Wayne, Pa. regional office and will be responsible for growing the commercial loan portfolio in Philadelphia and the surrounding counties by offering a wide range of commercial products, including lines of credit, equipment loans, and real estate mortgages to businesses and real estate investors.  In addition, Snyder will work closely with accounting firms, law firms, intermediaries, and trade associations to develop new business.

He brings more than 20 years’ experience in commercial lending to the team.  Prior to joining Provident, Snyder served as Vice President, Relationship Manager with Firstrust.  He has held similar positions with Bryn Mawr Trust, National Penn Bank, First Niagara Bank, and Commerce Bank.  Snyder earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from DeSales University, Center Valley, Pa.

“I am pleased to welcome Brian to the team.  He brings with him extensive knowledge of the Philadelphia metro market, expertise in lending, and a keen understanding of the credit needs of businesses.  Having Brian on board will support our efforts to grow the loan portfolio and strengthen our presence in the market,” said R. Bud Miller, Philadelphia Metro Regional President.

About Provident Bank

Provident Bank, a community-oriented bank offering “Commitment you can count on” since 1839, is the wholly owned subsidiary of Provident Financial Services, Inc. (NYSE:PFS), which reported assets of $9.80 billion as of March 31, 2019. With $6.90 billion in deposits, Provident Bank provides a comprehensive suite of financial products and services through its network of branches throughout northern and central New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. The Bank also provides fiduciary and wealth management services through its wholly owned subsidiary, Beacon Trust Company.  For more information on Provident Bank, visit www.provident.bank or join the conversations on Facebook (ProvidentBank) and Twitter (@ProvidentBank).