Fidelity Bank Welcomes New Bankers and Announces Recent Promotions

Lauren Trichilo has been promoted to Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager. She has been at Fidelity Bank for 12 years, developing her career through many departments and roles including the Client Care Center, Credit Department, and most recently, served as Small Business Relationship Manager. She will continue her career as VP, Commercial Relationship Manager, working closely with clients to understand their unique financial needs and provide customized banking solutions.

James F. Burke joins as Senior Vice President, Business Relationship Manager. He brings financial expertise from his longstanding career, most recently being the Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer at another area financial institution. Burke will collaborate with business clients to analyze cash flow, identify growth opportunities, and develop tailored lending solutions. He will also support clients with fraud prevention, managing payments, retirement planning, and more.

Katherine Mackrell Oven joins as Wealth Advisor. She will be working with Fidelity Bank’s Wealth Management Division to support clients and help grow their assets. She will assist in all aspects of their financial goals whether it is investing current assets, saving for college, planning for retirement, and implementing risk protection through life or long-term care insurance.

Jill M. Valentini has been promoted to Vice President, Director of Retail Lending. She has been with Fidelity Bank for 17 years. She started as a Teller Services Supervisor and has continued to rise through the branch network as an Assistant Branch Manager, AVP, Retail Branch Manager II, and most recently, VP, Regional Retail Sales Manager. Valentini will continue her career at Fidelity Bank as VP, Director of Retail Lending, responsible for oversight of the Mortgage and Consumer Lending Department.

Kelley Laird has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Branch Business Lending Advisor at Fidelity Bank. She will be responsible for supporting Branch Managers in managing complex business loan transactions, enhancing client relationships, and driving growth in business banking. This role combines leadership, coaching, and technical expertise in loan structuring, credit analysis, and business development. The advisor ensures compliance with regulatory standards, participates in sales and service efforts, and helps maintain high client service standards, contributing to overall branch performance and success.

Kiana Hubbard has been promoted to Retail Branch Manager at the Fidelity Bank Wyoming Branch. She will be responsible for leading and developing a successful team of bankers who embody the Fidelity Bank Model Experience, as well as striving to meet and exceed branch and organizational goals. Another focus will include maintaining and strengthening client relationships in the Wyoming community and participating in volunteer work and charitable giving.

Donna Kane has been promoted to Lackawanna County Retail Regional Sales Manager. Since joining Fidelity Bank in 2020, she has successfully led several branches, most recently as the Abington Branch Manager. Kane won the “Excellence in Customer Service Award” in 2023. She is the Treasurer for the Marley’s Mission Board of Directors, as well as a graduate of the 2022 Core Class of Leadership Lackawanna, where she continues to serve on their finance and selection committees.

Trish Curley has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Luzerne County Retail Regional Sales Manager. Trish began her career at Fidelity Bank 19 years ago and has most recently served as Branch Manager at the Pittston branch. Curley is a Graduate of the 2023 Amplify Program in Luzerne County, serves on the Pittston Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is an active member of the Jenkins Township Lions Club.

Tyler Stuppino joins as Business Relationship Manager. In his role, he will be working with business clients to analyze their cash flow, uncover growth opportunities, and plan for succession. Stuppino will create tailored lending solutions and provide access to credit for working capital, construction projects, real estate purchases, and business acquisitions. He will work closely with the Small Business Lending department to assist clients with fraud prevention tools, managing their payables, receivables, retirement planning, and more.

Keturah Holley joins as Mortgage Loan Originator. In her role, she will be responsible for processing loan applications, evaluating credit data, coordinating with underwriting teams, explaining and negotiating terms for the loan, and delivering exceptional service throughout the lending process.

Connie J. Greenamoyer has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Retail Branch Market Manager at Fidelity Bank. She will be responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day operations and business development for the Mount Bethel and Wind Gap markets to meet the financial needs of clients in the community.