Master Buildher Project for Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity‘s Women Build Project
We are a proud sponsor of this year’s Master Buildher Project for Northern Ocean Habitat for Humanity‘s Women Build Project. We are thankful to have such strong women and proud volunteers supporting this event. A special thank you to Kristine Novakowski. Great job team!




American Legion Donation
Count on First Commerce Bank’s continued dedication to giving back to our community. Our contribution toward the purchase of a new van for the Cresskill American Legion Association shows our commitment to serving our local non-profit organizations.


A Day of Advocacy
First Commerce Bank’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Donald Mindiak and VP/Senior Business Development Officer, John V. Crisafulli attended the “A Day of Advocacy” event, coordinated by the New Jersey Jewish Business Alliance. It was a productive session where Donald spoke to attendees about making economic reforms and policies to support the growth of businesses in New Jersey.




North Essex Chamber of Commerce Event
First Commerce Bank attended the North Essex Chamber of Commerce Event at the Double Tree Hotel in Fairfield. John Crisafulli, VP Sr. Business Development Officer, Philippe Ferreira VP Commercial Loan Officer & SBA Lending Manager, James Cook, AVP Community Banking Officer – Fairfield represented the Bank. Congratulations to James for being named as a new Chamber Board Member. We continue to be involved in our communities to provide the drive, dynamism and connective energy to make a positive impact in our local communities.



Team Challenge Scholarship Award Presentation
First Commerce Bank takes pride in our involvement with the Monmouth Chamber of Commerce’s Team Challenge Scholarship Award. Thank you to Kimberly Flanagan, AVP, Community Banking Officer and the Freehold Branch for hosting another great event.



Central Ocean Business Association’s “Meet the Bankers” Event
First Commerce Bank was a proud sponsor of Central Ocean Business Association’s Meet the Bankers Event and was attended by John V. Crisafulli, VP/Senior Business Development Officer, and Marina Votinova, Community Banking Officer – Lakewood.

TWYF Sports Showcase Series 2022
First Commerce Bank co-sponsored the TWYF Sports Showcase Series event held on Saturday, November 12th at Bethany Community Center in Washington Twp., New Jersey. The purpose of Team Winfree (TWYF) events is to provide safe, fun and competitive sports and educational opportunities for youth in the Greater NY/NJ area, helping to provide a path to success through athletics and financial literacy. A special thank you to the First Commerce Bank team who attended every game in support of student athletes competing in the TWYF Showcase.




Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce Business Networking Event
First Commerce Bank was a proud sponsor of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce Business Networking Event held at the Adventure Crossing USA Complex in Jackson. Attendees enjoyed food and fun interactive games, from the driving range to the simulated arcade games (XV/RV Games). A special thank you to John Crisafulli: VP, Senior Business Development Officer, Chris Smith: VP, Commercial Loan Officer, Marina Votinova: Lakewood Community Banking Officer and Danial Natoli: Lakewood Assistant Branch Manager. This is what hometown community banking is all about!



