Our Leadership Team

With over 350 years of collective experience, meet the leaders shaping Metropolitan Commercial Bank’s future. Our executive team ensures that our solutions-oriented, relationship-focused approach to banking remains at the forefront, underscoring our commitment to innovation and excellence in every interaction.

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Mark R. DeFazio

President and CEO

Dixiana M. Berrios

Executive Vice President
Chief Operating Officer

Fred Erikson

Executive Vice President
General Counsel

Nick Rosenberg

Executive Vice President
Chief Business Development Officer

Scott Lublin

Executive Vice President
Chief Lending Officer

Daniel F. Dougherty

Executive Vice President
Chief Financial Officer

Laura Capra

Executive Vice President
Head of Retail Banking

Joan M. Willor

Senior Vice President
Chief Human Resources Officer

April Feely

Senior Vice President
Group Director EB-5 Division

James M. Sozomenou

Senior Vice President
Group Director EB-5 Division

Gregory Gaare

Senior Vice President
Chief Risk Officer

David Bonnar

Senior Vice President
Chief Accounting Officer Corporate Controller

Norman Scott

Senior Vice President
Chief Credit Officer

Mark Wancier

Senior Vice President
Head of Commercial Real Estate

Danny Tommasino

Senior Vice President
Head of Commercial Lending

James O’Donohue

Senior Vice President
Assistant Chief Credit Risk Officer

Jean-Philippe Gerbi

Senior Vice President
Chief Information Officer

What Our Clients Are Saying

“Metropolitan Commercial Bank has been a great partner for Integrated Vehicle Leasing Inc. They are very understanding of our needs and have always worked to support and grow our business. I am proud to be a customer of MCB and look forward to working with them for many years ahead!”

C Haburay Integrated Vehicle Leasing, MCB client since 2019
“We have been banking with MCB for the past decade, and our experience has been outstanding. The team has been incredibly supportive of and attentive to our needs from the beginning. Their comprehensive suite of banking services has significantly contributed to the growth and success of our business.”

Edward F
“MCB’s team is amiable and responsive, ensuring our needs are met. Compared to other lenders who overcomplicate the details, MCB simplifies the process, making it easier to navigate. We truly value our relationship with them, viewing it more as a partnership. They are the first name on the list when others in our industry ask.”

Akiva S President, General Counsel
“The Commercial & Industrial (C&I) professionals at MCB are a pleasure to deal with. They are a bright, responsive group that took the time to learn about our business and help us grow. They understand how to solve complex issues and bring creative solutions to the table.”

Joseph G MCB client Since 2017
“MCB has been a tremendous partner in helping us build our healthcare business. They are very knowledgeable in the commercial space and work with borrowers in every aspect of lending and banking. MCB responds promptly to underwriting needs and can close deals quickly – their word is gold.”

Thomas V Chief Investment/Financing Officer, Marx Development Group
“Metropolitan Commercial Bank has been a great partner for Integrated Vehicle Leasing Inc. They are very understanding of our needs and have always worked to support and grow our business. I am proud to be a customer of MCB and look forward to working with them for many years ahead!”

C Haburay Integrated Vehicle Leasing, MCB client since 2019
“We have been banking with MCB for the past decade, and our experience has been outstanding. The team has been incredibly supportive of and attentive to our needs from the beginning. Their comprehensive suite of banking services has significantly contributed to the growth and success of our business.”

Edward F
“MCB’s team is amiable and responsive, ensuring our needs are met. Compared to other lenders who overcomplicate the details, MCB simplifies the process, making it easier to navigate. We truly value our relationship with them, viewing it more as a partnership. They are the first name on the list when others in our industry ask.”

Akiva S President, General Counsel
“The Commercial & Industrial (C&I) professionals at MCB are a pleasure to deal with. They are a bright, responsive group that took the time to learn about our business and help us grow. They understand how to solve complex issues and bring creative solutions to the table.”

Joseph G MCB client Since 2017

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