Alma Bank Expands Board with Trio of Financial Sector Veterans

The addition of these three professionals aims to bolster the bank’s oversight capabilities in regulatory compliance, finance, and operational strategy. Chairman Paul Kalamaras noted that their collective track record in advising financial institutions and managing complex organizations will support the bank’s ongoing priorities.

David J. Samuels joins with three decades of experience in credit risk and capital planning, having previously served as CEO of the global consulting firm Treliant. Dino Marra, a CPA, provides expertise in SEC reporting and commercial real estate through his work at MarrCon Development Corp. and his tenure at Crowe LLP. John F. Kuntz, an attorney and former senior executive at Provident Bank, offers deep background in public market transactions and legal affairs. President and CEO Michael Psyllos stated that these appointments are intended to reinforce the bank’s focus on prudent growth and innovation across its New York and New Jersey metropolitan service area.