 
OUR BUSINESS BANKING
SPECIALISTS
Service. Experience. Commitment.
When you partner with our business banking
specialists, you partner with business
growth experts. With a full complement of
business financing options, our focus is on designing the
right solution for your specific financial goals and objectives.
Rest assured we have the expertise and experience to advise you in
all aspects of business financing. Our business banking
specialists are
actively involved in the communities we serve and are committed to
the development and success of our local businesses.
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LISA ANN ALLABY
Assistant Vice President,
Business Development
(203)
749-7922
Lisa is responsible for business
development in the Greater Danbury market area. She joined Fairfield
County Bank in January 2006 as a Senior Mortgage Officer and was
responsible for the origination of residential mortgage loans and
home equity products as well as business development. With over
nineteen years of banking experience, Lisa was previously a Business
Development Officer at Union Savings Bank and Fleet Bank. She is a
member of the Fairfield, Bethel, Danbury and Ridgefield Chambers of
Commerce, Greater Danbury Board of Realtors, and Ridgefield Board of
Realtors. Lisa's current community involvement includes the Bethel
Schools Mentor Program, Bethel Parent & Teacher Organization, and
United Way of Northern Fairfield County. She has served as the
Bethel Schools Cultural Enrichment Chairperson, Treasurer of the
Bethel Parent & Teacher Organization, and United Way Cabinet Member.
Lisa has also been involved in the Bethel Business Partnership,
Bethel Chapter of Business and Professional Women’s Group, and the
American Institute of Banking as an Instructor. She attended
Fairfield University.
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WILLIAM BARNHART
Vice President,
Commercial Lending
(203)
749-7921
Bill joined Fairfield County Bank in
November 2006 and is responsible for new business development in
Fairfield, Litchfield and New Haven counties. He has held similar
positions at NewMil Bank and CityTrust in Danbury. Bill is actively
involved in the community and currently serves as Co-Chairman of the
Good Scout Council, is a member of the Sons of Italy, Amerigo
Vespucci Lodge in Danbury and volunteers for Habitat for Humanity.
His past community involvement has included serving as Co-Chairman
of the Housatonic/Shepaug United Way, volunteering for the United
Way of Northern Fairfield County and member of the New Milford Lions
Club. A graduate of Western Connecticut State University with a
B.B.A., Bill also graduated from the New England School of Banking
at Williams College.
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KENNETH S. BERNHEIM
Vice President, Business Development
(203) 854-7619
Kenneth joined the Bank in August 2005 and is responsible for new
business development for Norwalk, Darien and the surrounding
communities. He was most recently an Assistant Vice President
and Relationship Manager at Wachovia in White Plains and was
previously a Financial Advisor at UBS Paine Webber in Stamford and Mt. Kisco.
Kenneth holds NASD Series 7, 63, 65
registrations and Connecticut State Health, Variable and Life
Insurance licenses.
He
serves on the Board of Directors for the The Food Bank
of Lower Fairfield County and the Norwalk Lacrosse Association.
Kenneth received a B.S. in
Finance from Ithaca College.
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LAWRENCE J. BUES
Vice President, Commercial Lending
(203) 762-8588, ext. 7215
Larry joined the Bank in February
2001 and is responsible for the Wilton market and surrounding
communities. Earlier in his career, Larry was an Executive Vice
President at CityTrust in Bridgeport and managed their Southern
Division. He is currently the Director of United Way of Eastern
Fairfield County and has served as Chairman of the Wilton Small
Business Campaign for United Way of Norwalk & Wilton. Larry is a
former member of the Board of Directors of Bridgeport Hospital and
former Chairman of the Bridgeport Economic Development Corporation.
He majored in Economics at Tufts University, is a graduate of the
New England School of Banking at Williams College and the Stonier
Graduate School of Banking at Rutgers University.
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RICHARD W.
CLEMENS II
Executive Vice President
Norwalk/Darien Division
203- 854-7616
Richard joined the Bank in
September 2005 and leads the market initiatives for the
Norwalk/Darien area. He was most recently a Senior Vice President
at Bank of America and has held executive positions at
Citigroup/Citibank and Bank of New York, where he completed the
bank's credit training program. He is a four-time recipient of the CitiStar Award given to the top one-half percent of Citibank sales
officers and a recipient of the Bank of America Excellence Award
presented to the top one-half percent of Sales performers nationally
in 2004. Richard received a B.A. in Political Science from Fairfield
University and holds NASD Series 7 and 63 registrations as well as
Life and Health Insurance licenses.
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ROBERT J. CONNELLY
President, Westport-Fairfield Division
(203) 319-7020
Bob joined the
Bank in June 2004 after having served as Senior Vice President and
Chief Lender at Hudson United Bank in Westport. His 30 years
of banking experience also includes positions at Chase, Nutmeg
Financial Services and CityTrust. Bob is the Director of the Connecticut
Yankees and has served as Treasurer, Vice President, Chairman, and
Director of the Norwalk Chamber of Commerce, Director of the
Bridgeport YMCA, and Director of the Fairfield County Leukemia and
Lymphoma Society. He received a B.S. from Boston College.
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MARGE FIDALEO
Vice President, Business Development
(203) 319-7068
Marge joined the Bank in May 2005 and is
responsible for the Westport and Fairfield markets. With an
extensive banking career, Ms. Fidaleo was most recently a Business
Development Officer at Hudson United Bank and has held Sales Manager
positions at Lafayette Bank and Fairfield First Bank. She is
currently a member of the Fairfield, Westport and Norwalk Chambers
of Commerce and is the recipient of numerous sales awards.
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TERRY GEIBEL
Assistant Vice President, Commercial Lending
(203) 319-7024
With over 23
years of commercial lending experience, Terry joined the Bank in
September of 2002. She is responsible for new business
development for Fairfield, Westport and the surrounding communities.
Terry is currently a member of the Norwalk and Westport Chambers of
Commerce and has served on the Board of the Entrepreneurial Woman's
Network and the Network of Executive Women. Terry's involvement
within the community includes The Norma F. Pfriem Breast Care Center
in Fairfield, CancerCare of Norwalk, and STAR, Inc., Lighting the
Way in Norwalk.
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PETER JOHNSON
Vice President, Commercial Lending
(203) 854-7618
Pete joined the Bank in February 2000
and is responsible for new business development and management of a
diversified base of business clients located in Greater Fairfield
County. During his career, Pete has worked at various banks in lower
Fairfield County. He is a member of the Norwalk Chamber of Commerce
where he has served on the Board of Directors and is involved in the
Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Fairfield County. Pete also actively
participates in fundraising events for the Family and Children's
Agency and the Housatonic Habitat for Humanity. He is a past member
of the Norwalk Seaport Association's Finance and Annual Dinner
Committees. Pete earned a B.S. from the University of Connecticut
School of Business.
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ALLISON KNAPP
Vice President, Commercial Lending
(203) 319-7021Allison joined the Bank in June 2004 and
has an extensive background in commercial lending including real
estate investments as well as an array of business transactions. Her
previous employers include Heller Financial and Chemical Bank
amongst other local commercial institutions. She is primarily
responsible for business development in Westport, Fairfield and the
surrounding communities. Allison received a “Top Seller” award in
her first year at the Bank. Her community involvement includes the
Fairfield County Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, the American Heart
Association, and the American Cancer Society. She is also a member
of the Westport and Fairfield Chambers of Commerce. Allison received
a B.A. in Economics from Fairfield University and completed Chemical
Bank's Financial Management Training Program.
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CHARLES KROLIDES
Executive Vice President, Commercial Lending
(203) 431-7452
Charles
is
an Executive Vice President of the Commercial Lending Department. Charles
joined the Bank in 1994 and has over 30 years of banking experience.
Earlier in his career, Charles served as President of Whitney Bank &
Trust and was a Senior Lending Officer at Great Country Bank. He is
a Director of the Housatonic Industrial Corporation and a past Director
of the Danbury Industrial Corporation, where he was also a member of
the Executive Committee. Charles is a member of the Finance
Committee of St. Joseph’s Church in Shelton. His past professional
associations include serving on the Board of Bridgeport’s North End
Boys & Girls Club and the Board of the Danbury YMCA. In addition,
Charles has been involved in various United Way campaigns. A
graduate of Marshall University with a BBA in Banking and Finance,
Mr. Krolides also earned an MBA in Finance from the University of
Connecticut.
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GLEN W. LEBLANC
Vice President, Commercial Lending
(203) 854-7623
Glen joined the Bank in August 2004
bringing over 20 years of experience in the financial services
industry to his position. He is responsible for covering the Greater
Norwalk market. Glen is a member of the Norwalk Exchange Club,
Norwalk Catholic Club and Shorehaven Golf Club and serves as
President of the Norwalk Aquatic Club. He is also a former director
of the Norwalk Kiwanis Club. Glen received a BBA in Finance from
Iona College and completed Chemical Bank's Commercial Credit
Training Program.
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JOYCE LIGI
Senior Vice President, Community Relations
(203) 431-7520
Joyce joined the Bank in January 1996
after lengthy service with the former Union Trust Co. She is
responsible for managing community
relations activities and donations. Her extensive community
involvement includes serving on Boards of Directors, Finance
Committees, Advisory Boards and as a member of numerous
organizations including the Town of Ridgefield 300th Anniversary
Committee, Danbury Health Systems, Ridgefield Symphony
Orchestra Endowment, United Way of Northern Fairfield County, Keeler
Tavern Endowment Trust, Hanahoe Clinic, Wadsworth R. Lewis Trust
Fund, Ridgefield Meals on Wheels, Visiting Nurse Association (VNA),
Ridgefield Playhouse, Ridgefield Senior Center, Ridgefield Lions
Club, Ridgefield Family Fourth Committee and Friends of the
Ridgefield Library. Joyce has been honored by several organizations
for her hard work and dedication. Joyce is a graduate of The New England
School of Banking at Williams College Management School.
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SUE MANNING
Senior
Vice President, Business Development
& Customer Relations
(203) 431-7521
Sue joined the Bank in January 1998
after having served as First Selectman for the Town of Ridgefield
from 1987 to 1997.
She is located at the Bank’s Main Office
at 150 Danbury Road and is responsible for the acquisition and
retention of key commercial accounts. In addition, Sue serves as a
liaison to local municipalities for business development.
She is involved in numerous
community organizations including serving as a member
and in board or advisory positions for such organizations as the
Ridgefield VNA, Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce, Ridgefield Rotary
Club, Ridgefield Theater Barn, Ridgefield Republican Committee,
Ridgefield Community Foundation, Ridgefield Business Development
Exchange, Friends of the Ridgefield Library, Ridgefield Family
Fourth Committee, Senior Initiative Forum, United Way, and Danbury
Hospital. Sue is currently the chairman of the Town of Ridgefield
300th Anniversary Committee. She has been honored by the Ridgefield Jaycees and
Ridgefield Rotary Club as Citizen of the Year and by the Ridgefield
Chamber of Commerce as Volunteer of the Year. Sue is a graduate of
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GREGORY PASTOR, JR.
Vice President, Commercial Lending
(203) 431- 7463
Greg joined the Bank in November 2004
following small business banking positions with The Bank of New York
and JP Morgan Chase where he completed the Management Development
Program. With ten years of banking experience, Greg is responsible
for the Ridgefield market and surrounding communities. A graduate of
Fairfield University with a Bachelor of Science degree in
International Business, Greg earned a Master's degree from
Fordham University with a dual concentration in
Finance and Management. He is a current member of the Builder's
Association of Hudson Valley and a past member of the
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WILLIAM D. STARBUCK
Executive Vice President
Northern Fairfield County Division
Danbury: (203) 749-7923
Ridgefield:
(203) 431-7451
Bill joined the Bank in September 2006 and leads the
new commercial market
initiatives for the Danbury, Bethel and New Milford area. In
addition, he supervises the Bank's commercial activities in Wilton
and Ridgefield. With 35 years of industry experience, Bill
was most recently Executive Vice President/Senior Lender at
NewMil Bank in Danbury and was previously Executive Vice
President/Chief Lending Officer at Nutmeg Federal Savings & Loan
Association in Danbury. His community involvement includes various
positions with United Way of Northern Fairfield County including
Director and Executive Committee member; Board Member and Finance
Committee Chairman for Amos House; Trustee of the Keeler Tavern
Endowment and Chairman of the Endowment Committee; Co-Chairman of
the Good Scout Award Luncheon and volunteer/fund raiser for
Housatonic Habitat for Humanity. Bill
is the 2001 recipient of the “News-Times” Forest Palmer Award for
Community Service in the Greater Danbury Area. A graduate of the
University of Denver with a B.S.B.A., Bill
also earned an M.B.A in Finance from the University of
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JOHN STRIPP
Vice President, Commercial Lending
(203) 319-7022
John is a seasoned commercial lender
with experience at several Connecticut community banks. He is responsible for business lending to middle
market companies. John is Director of the Weston Kiwanis Club,
member and former Treasurer of the Cedar Point Yacht Club, serves on
the Advisory Board for the USS Glacier Restoration Foundation and is
a member of the Westport Chamber of Commerce serving as Ambassador.
He has received numerous awards and special recognition from the
Connecticut Realtors Association, American Lung Association,
Connecticut Fund for the Environment, Town of Weston and Connecticut
House Republicans. John received a B.S. in Engineering from Pratt
Institute, M.S. in Management from Columbia University and completed
the Senior Bank Executive Program at Harvard University. He has
served in the United States Air Force and New York Air National
Guard. John is also the Assistant Minority Leader for the
Connecticut Legislature and was recently elected Chairman of the
Republican House Bill Screening Committee. He is a member of the
following Legislative Committees: Appropriations, Commerce, Banking
(former Ranking member) and is a former Ranking member of the Labor
Committee.
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ROBERT J. TORRA
Vice President, Professional Banking Services
(203) 854-7622
Bob joined the Bank in March 2006 and is
responsible for developing business with Legal, Accounting and
Healthcare professionals. He previously held the positions of Group
Vice President/Area Sales Manager and Relationship Manager with
Citibank’s Commercial Banking Group. Bob holds NASD Series 7 and 63
registrations, is licensed to sell life, accident and health
insurance, and received formal credit training from Manufacturers
Hanover Trust. His military service includes two years of active
duty in the U.S. Army and 20 years in the U.S. Army Reserves from
which he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. Bob received diplomas
from the National Defense University and the U.S. Army Command &
General Staff College and completed the Civil Affairs Officer Career
Course. He also earned a B.A. in Political Science from Ohio State
University and an M.S. in Banking and Money Management from Adelphi
University.
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BRIAN WILLIAMS
Vice President, Commercial Lending
(203) 431-7464
Brian joined the Bank in May 2006 and is
responsible for structuring corporate financing transactions with a
specific focus on Commercial, Manufacturing, Industrial, and
Professional Service companies with an equipment financing or other
credit need. For the majority of his career Brian has specialized in
commercial equipment financing. He was most recently a Vice
President of Corporate Banking at Bank of Ireland and has held
District Sales Management positions with GE and the CIT Group.
Brian’s professional affiliations have included ELA (Equipment
Leasing Association), EAEL (Eastern Association of Equipment Lessors)
and AFP (Association for Financial Professionals). His community
involvement has included participation in various fund raising
activities for United Way, Americares and the Muscular Dystrophy
Association. Brian received a B.A. in Political Science from Ithaca
College, School of Humanities and Sciences.
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SHARI L. WILLIAMS
Vice President, Small Business Lending
(203) 431-7577
Shari joined Fairfield County Bank in
September 2006 as Vice President, Commercial Lender and Credit
Officer, and was appointed Vice President, Small Business Lending in
April 2007. She is responsible for the development and management of
the small business lending activities for the Bank. Shari brings to
her position a well-rounded background in commercial finance which
favorably contributes to her ability to effectively manage the
financing and banking needs unique to small businesses. Prior to
joining the Bank, Shari was Senior Vice President, Risk Management
at SL Financial Services (a subsidiary of LBBW Financial Group) in
Westport. Earlier in her career, she held the position of Vice
President, Capital Markets at Lyon Credit Corp. (a subsidiary of
Credit Lyonnais) in Stamford, and previous to that, Commercial
Credit Manager at Phoenixcor Financial Services, Inc. in Norwalk.
Shari earned a B.A. in Economics and an MBA in Finance from
Fairfield University. She is located at the Bank’s Ridgefield office
at 150 Danbury Road.
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CHUCK WOERNER
Vice President, Commercial Lending
203-854-7630
Chuck joined the Bank in November
2006 and is responsible for new business development in lower
Fairfield County. With over 25 years of industry experience, he most
recently held a similar position at NewMil Bank in Norwalk. A
graduate of George Washington University with a B.A in Economics and
History, Chuck is a member of the Greater Norwalk Chamber of
Commerce. His community involvement includes serving as Chairman of
the Monroe Historic Development Commission and coaching Little
League in Monroe.
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