Peapack Private Bank & Trust Expands Commercial Real Estate Leadership with Joseph E. Fingerman

Peapack Private Bank & Trust has strengthened its commercial real estate lending platform by bringing on Joseph E. Fingerman as Senior Managing Director and President of Commercial Real Estate. Fingerman's extensive 25-year career in commercial real estate financing represents a significant strategic addition to the bank's growth initiatives.

With a robust background spanning top financial institutions like Signature Bank, Commercial Bank of New York, and North Fork Bank, Fingerman brings deep expertise in developing customized commercial mortgage solutions. His professional experience includes managing comprehensive commercial real estate portfolios across New York and West Coast markets, with specialized lending in retail, office, multifamily, and mixed-use properties.

Prior to joining Peapack Private, Fingerman served as President and Managing Director of A&E Real Estate Finance, a boutique private credit platform. His professional reputation includes multiple recognitions, such as being named to the Commercial Observer's Power 50 list, underscoring his significant industry standing.

Fingerman's appointment signals Peapack Private's strategic expansion into the New York market and commitment to providing sophisticated financial solutions. His extensive network of relationships with real estate owners, institutional investors, and debt brokers positions the bank to potentially enhance its commercial real estate lending capabilities.

Beyond his professional achievements, Fingerman maintains active community involvement, serving on boards for UJA Federation of New York and Suffolk Y JCC. He is also a member of several prominent real estate and professional associations, including the Real Estate Board of New York and NY Apartment Association.

With total assets of $7.0 billion and assets under management of $11.9 billion as of December 31, 2024, Peapack Private Bank & Trust continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing innovative banking solutions across commercial and personal banking sectors.