Peapack Private Bank & Trust has appointed Joseph E. Fingerman as Senior Managing Director and President of Commercial Real Estate, a strategic hire that significantly bolsters the institution's commercial lending capabilities. Fingerman brings over 25 years of specialized experience in commercial real estate financing, having developed customized mortgage solutions for diverse clients including real estate investors, family offices, and major investment firms throughout his career.
Fingerman's most recent position was as President and Managing Director of A&E Real Estate Finance, a boutique private credit platform he established after departing Signature Bank in 2023. His extensive background includes over 15 years at Signature Bank, where he served as Managing Group Director and Senior Vice President of the Commercial Real Estate Lending Group. During his tenure there, he oversaw the bank's entire commercial real estate portfolio with particular emphasis on expanding operations in New York and West Coast markets.
The executive's expertise spans multiple property types including retail, office buildings, multifamily housing, mixed-use developments, new construction projects, and note-on-note financing structures. His professional recognition includes multiple appearances on the Power 50 list by Commercial Observer, an industry publication that tracks influential real estate professionals. Fingerman has maintained active involvement in key industry organizations including the NY Apartment Association and Real Estate Board of New York, while also serving on several nonprofit boards including the UJA Federation of New York and Suffolk Y JCC.
Fingerman expressed enthusiasm about joining Peapack Private, citing his existing relationship with CEO Doug Kennedy and the opportunity to reunite with former colleagues. His appointment represents a strategic expansion of the bank's commercial real estate division, with Fingerman focusing on providing comprehensive depository and lending solutions tailored to the real estate industry's evolving needs. With a Master of Business Administration from Dowling College and a bachelor's degree from the State University of New York at Oneonta, Fingerman combines strong academic credentials with extensive practical experience in commercial real estate finance.
The hiring signals Peapack Private Bank & Trust's commitment to strengthening its commercial lending platform through experienced leadership. Fingerman's track record of developing customized financing solutions positions the bank to better serve real estate investors and developers seeking specialized lending arrangements. His background in both large institutional banking and boutique private credit platforms provides unique perspective on the commercial real estate financing landscape, potentially enabling Peapack Private to capture market opportunities across various property sectors and geographic regions.
