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Jimmy Rosario Joins Greenfield/Northampton Cooperative Bank

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Jimmy Rosario

GREENFIELD — Greenfield/Northampton Cooperative Bank announced the addition of Jimmy Rosario as assistant branch manager of its South Hadley branch, located at 487 Newton St.

Rosario brings nine years of banking experience to the role, along with a strong commitment to customer service and community engagement. He holds a degree in criminal justice from Springfield Technical Community College and has built meaningful connections throughout the Springfield metropolitan area. In his new position, he looks forward to developing relationships with customers in South Hadley and supporting their financial goals. Like many members of the local community, Rosario is bilingual in Spanish.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jimmy to the South Hadley team,” Branch Manager Joanna Czarniecka said. “His experience, energy, and dedication to building stronger community relationships make him a great fit for our branch and the community we serve.”

Rosario’s addition reflects Greenfield/Northampton Cooperative Bank’s continued commitment to providing personalized service and strengthening its presence in the community.

Greenfield/Northampton Cooperative Bank to Host Coffee & Conversation on March 26

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GREENFIELD — Greenfield/Northampton Cooperative Bank invites community members to stop by its 487 Newton St., South Hadley branch for Coffee & Conversation on Thursday, March 26 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. The event offers residents a chance to connect with branch staff, enjoy a cup of coffee, and meet the team serving the South Hadley community.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Branch Manager Joanna Czarniecka and Assistant Branch Manager Jimmy Rosario, and to connect with Vice President & Community Engagement Mortgage Officer Victor Rodriguez Sr. and Senior Vice President, Business Banking Officer Deb Esposito. The event is open to the public and designed as a casual way for customers and neighbors to get to know the staff and learn more about the services available at the branch.

Czarniecka joined Greenfield/Northampton Cooperative Bank with more than nine years of local banking experience and holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from UMass Amherst. Rosario brings nine years of banking experience and holds a degree in criminal justice from Springfield Technical Community College. With strong connections to the Springfield metropolitan area, he looks forward to building relationships with customers and helping their financial needs in South Hadley.

The South Hadley team is committed to serving the community both inside and outside the branch. Like many folks in our community, Czarniecka, Rosario, and Rodriguez are bilingual, reflecting the diversity of the customers the bank serves. Rodriguez also regularly hosts first-time homebuyer information sessions to help local residents navigate the homebuying process with confidence. In addition, the branch team is actively involved in community outreach and volunteer efforts throughout the region.

During the event, attendees may enter a drawing for a gift basket. The drawing is open to customers and non-customers age 18 and up. Visit the South Hadley branch for full details.

Joanna Czarniecka Joins Greenfield/Northampton Cooperative Bank

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Joanna Czarniecka

GREENFIELD — Greenfield/Northampton Cooperative Bank announced the hiring of Joanna Czarniecka as assistant vice president and branch manager of its South Hadley branch office, located at 487 Newton St.

Czarniecka joins the bank with more than nine years of local banking experience. She holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from UMass Amherst.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Joanna to the bank,” said Lisa Kmetz, executive vice president, Retail & Security officer. “With her background and track record in banking, Joanna has a wealth of expertise, and she will be a great resource to our team.”

In her new role, Czarniecka will oversee daily branch operations, develop and service relationships with existing customers, and assist new customers with loan and deposit products.

Adam Baker

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Adam Baker
40 Under 40 Class of 2023

Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer, Greenfield Northampton Cooperative Bank: Age 34

 

Adam BakerAs a commercial lender at Greenfield Northampton Cooperative Bank, Adam Baker led all team members in both number of loans originated and dollar amount closed. Not just one year, but in seven consecutive years, from 2016 to 2022.

Not bad for someone who found himself in an accidental career.

“I took a summer job as a teller and got promoted,” he said, a story that’s not uncommon in the banking world. As in many other cases, Baker found he not only had a knack for the work, but a passion for it, too.

“I’m a commercial lender, so I work with people buying investment properties. I get to help people follow their dreams, start businesses, reach their financial goals, or further their businesses,” he explained. “As a local bank, we know all our customers; they’re not just numbers, they’re people. We get to interact with them on a personal level and give them a higher level of service.”

As a leader of his institution who helped the bank achieve some of its strongest growth and profitability over the past six years, he also came through during challenging times, helping to lead the Paycheck Protection Program during the pandemic, and making sure hundreds of local businesses received a needed influx of cash so they could keep their teams employed.

Baker is also a managing member and owner of Alpal Properties LLC, which owns and manages more than $1 million in investment real estate.

Heavily involved in the community, he’s the treasurer and chair of the finance committee, as well as a member of the building committee and board of directors, for Lighthouse Personalized Education for Teens in Holyoke. He’s also on the board of directors for Empty Arms Bereavement Support in Florence and serves on its Syrup Stampede 5K fundraiser committee. He also devotes time to Horizons for Homeless Children in Springfield — volunteering more than 100 hours annually, in fact, with homeless children.

“These things are very important to me because I feel like I get to help these great organizations that do all the hard work,” Baker explained. “For example, Lighthouse is helping children, and I’ve always had a passion for helping kids in whatever way I can. My position as vice president of the bank allows me to be a treasurer at some of these places and make a difference; it’s one of the most gratifying things in my life.”

 

—Joseph Bednar