Republic First Bancorp, the parent company of Republic Bank, hired Sheryl Simon as senior vice president and senior relationship manager. In this role, Simon will continue to expand Republic Bank’s presence in the New York market by offering lending solutions and developing new commercial relationships.

Simon has 18 years of banking experience working at various financial institutions. Simon spent the largest portion of her career to-date at TD Bank from 2007 to 2018. Most recently, she served as commercial banking relationship manager at Lakeland Bank, where she played a role driving new business in New York for a commercial lending portfolio.

“We are thrilled to welcome Sheryl to our growing team,” Dan Markus, regional vice president of Republic Bank, said. “Her ambition, existing relationships and knack for superior customer service will make her an invaluable asset to Republic Bank.”

Republic Bank is the operating name for Republic First Bank.