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Peapack-Gladstone appoints Paul Kotronis

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Apr 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

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Attention
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Market Impact
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Market Impact

The appointment is a routine executive hire with limited direct market impact. It signals Peapack-Gladstone's continued investment in its commercial real estate lending capabilities, which may support gradual loan growth.

Banking Commercial Real Estate
Event Summary

Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: PGC) announced the appointment of Paul Kotronis as Senior Managing Director, Commercial Real Estate at its subsidiary Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation — Peapack Private Bank & Trust. Kotronis will support and expand the bank's commercial real estate lending platform, drive deposit growth, and strengthen its presence in New York and New Jersey markets. He brings over 20 years of experience, most recently managing a $5 billion portfolio at Signature Bank. The appointment is effective July 10, 2026.

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Entities Involved
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Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation
As the hiring company, Peapack-Gladstone strengthens its commercial real estate team, potentially boosting future lending and deposit growth.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Paul Kotronis
Kotronis is appointed as Senior Managing Director, Commercial Real Estate, bringing over 20 years of experience and a track record of managing large portfolios.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation — Peapack Private Bank & Trust
The subsidiary gains a senior executive to lead its commercial real estate platform, supporting its growth strategy in the New York and New Jersey markets.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Joseph Fingerman
Fingerman, as President of Commercial Real Estate, commented on the appointment, highlighting Kotronis's experience.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Signature Bank
Kotronis's previous employer; mentioned as background but not directly affected by the event.
Importance 20.0 Sentiment 0.0
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A&E Real Estate Finance
Kotronis's former employer; mentioned as part of his career history.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Banco Santander
Kotronis's former employer; mentioned as part of his career history.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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New York Commercial Bank
Kotronis's former employer; mentioned as part of his career history.
Importance 10.0 Sentiment 0.0
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Rosanne Schwab
Contact person for the press release; not directly impacted by the event.
Importance 5.0 Sentiment 0.0
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