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Meet the BMAR Member: Anthony Simeone

Anthony Simeone has more than 20 years of distinguished experience in the lending industry. At Ridgewood Savings Bank, which he joined in 2002, he manages and oversees all lending functions including its comprehensive portfolio of residential, commercial and consumer loans. Simeone holds a bachelor's degree in Banking and Finance from Hofstra University and a master's degree in Accounting from Long Island University, CW Post Campus. He is an active board member of the not-for-profit Mercy Home for Children (Brooklyn, NY), whose mission is to assure quality of life for those with developmental disabilities. Ridgewood Savings Bank - founded more than 90 years ago - is the largest mutual savings bank in New York State and the second largest in the country. With more than $5 billion dollars in assets, Ridgewood maintains 35 branches, including 8 throughout the Bronx, and serves customers throughout the New York metropolitan area. Simeone said, "Ridgewood Savings Bank is a community-focused organization with a personalized and unwavering focus on meeting the lending needs of the communities we serve. We are well capitalized for residential and commercial lending opportunities to help ensure the success of our customers." Anthony Simeone * Ridgewood Savings Bank 71-02 Forest Avenue, Ridgewood, NY 11385 Phone: (718) 240-4844 * Email: [email protected] www.ridgewoodbank.com
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