In his role as chief lending officer, Breitenstein will oversee lending activities throughout the bank’s operational footprint, including seven experienced commercial lenders and lending offices in Franklin and Rochelle Park.

Breitenstein joined Sussex Bank in June 2011 as a senior lending officer.

Prior to joining Sussex Bank, Breitenstein was a senior vice president and commercial loan officer at Greater Community Bank and its successor Valley National Bank for four years.

Before that, he was a first vice president and commercial lending team leader at Interchange Bank and its successor TD Banknorth for 12 years.

Breitenstein has 26 years of banking experience including over 20 years in credit and lending providing a high level of customer service.

Sussex Bank offers financial solutions including personal, business banking services and online banking, commercial loans, and lines of credit.