First Hope Bank Celebrates Associate Milestones at "End of Summer Soiree"

ANDOVER, N.J., Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- First Hope Bank proudly celebrated its annual End of Summer Soiree on September 24, 2025, at the beautiful Crossed Keys Estate in Andover, NJ. The event brought together associates, board members, and friends of the bank to recognize and honor the dedication and service of its team members.

Honoring Years of Dedication

This year's celebration highlighted associates reaching significant service milestones. The bank recognized the following individuals for their years of commitment to First Hope Bank:

5 Years of Service
Jennifer Decker, Daniel Klippel, Mary Ann Lopes, Neil Martucci, Daniel Penna, Samantha Roberts, and Johanna Schouten

10 Years of Service
David Healy and Sarah Kayal

15 Years of Service
Teresa Bono, Maria Sangalli, and Sondra Skyler

20 Years of Service
Debra Giani, Christopher Hogan, Stephen Lefurge, and Nancy Schilling

25 Years of Service
Dawn Barbera, Stacy Fauerbach, and Cindy Giordano

40 Years of Service
Cara Quick

Special Recognition – 40 Years of Service

First Hope Bank is especially proud to recognize Cara Quick, Compliance, BSA/AML and CRA Officer, for her remarkable 40 years of dedicated service. Cara has been instrumental in ensuring the bank's adherence to regulatory standards and promoting community reinvestment efforts.

"Cara's career is a shining example of loyalty, professionalism, and care for our customers and our mission," said Dan Beatty, Board Chair, President and CEO of First Hope Bank. "For four decades, she has been a pillar of our team, inspiring colleagues and building trust with everyone she serves. We are deeply grateful for her contributions and proud to celebrate this incredible milestone with her."

"I have been privileged to spend my career at First Hope Bank, helping ensure that we not only meet our regulatory obligations but also invest meaningfully in the communities we serve," said Cara Quick. "It has been deeply rewarding to watch both the bank, and our customers grow over the years, and I look forward to continuing that work with this exceptional team."

Industry Recognition for Board Members

In addition to associate recognitions, board members Owen Dykstra and Robert Rokosz were honored by the New Jersey Bankers Association for their many years of service to the banking industry.

Celebrating a Strong Future

"Events like these remind us that our greatest asset is our people," added Beatty. "We look forward to many more years of growth and service to our clients and community."

About First Hope Bank

Founded in 1911, First Hope Bank is a full-service, community-focused financial institution dedicated to helping individuals and businesses achieve their goals. With a strong commitment to personalized service, innovation, and community reinvestment, First Hope Bank offers a full suite of solutions — including banking and lending for consumers and businesses, wealth management, trust, and investment services. Headquartered in Hope, New Jersey, First Hope Bank proudly serves customers throughout the region and beyond as a trusted partner in financial success.

SOURCE First Hope Bank