Metropolitan Commercial Bank appointed Brian Turano and Tom Kasper to lead its government banking efforts in New Jersey.
Turano joins as senior vice president and director of government banking – New Jersey, and Kasper joins as vice president and relationship manager for government banking – New Jersey. In these roles, they will work closely with municipalities to build relationships, deliver tailored financial solutions, and support day-to-day banking operations.
Turano brings more than 25 years of banking experience, most recently serving in a senior government banking role at Citizens Bank. Prior to that, he spent 16 years at Investors Bank, where he focused on building and managing municipal relationships throughout New Jersey.
“I’m excited to join MCB and help grow the government banking business in New Jersey,” Turano said. “There’s a real opportunity to provide responsive, relationship-focused service to municipalities across the state.”
Kasper brings more than 35 years of experience across retail banking, treasury management and relationship management, with the past several years focused on government clients. His career includes roles at Citizens Bank, Investors Bank, Peapack-Gladstone Bank, Lakeland Bank and Unity Bank. He is also active in the community, serving in leadership roles with several New Jersey nonprofit organizations.
“What stood out to me about MCB is its hands-on, client-focused approach,” Kasper said. “I’m looking forward to getting into the market, building relationships and helping clients navigate their day-to-day banking needs.”
Laura Capra, executive vice president and head of retail banking at Metropolitan Commercial Bank, added, “Brian and Tom know this market well and have built strong relationships over many years. They bring a practical understanding of what municipalities need and will help us continue building our government banking platform in New Jersey.”
