[2023. 10. 26.][NYSE:MCB]Metropolitan Commercial Bank Elevates Two Seasoned EB-5 Specialists to Co-Head the EB-5 Private Client Group

[2023. 10. 26.][NYSE:MCB]Metropolitan Commercial Bank Elevates Two Seasoned EB-5 Specialists to Co-Head the EB-5 Private Client Group

Metropolitan Commercial Bank Elevates Leadership in EB-5 Private Client Group

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Metropolitan Commercial Bank has announced the appointment of April Feely and James M. Sozomenou as Co-Heads of its EB-5 Private Client Group, reinforcing its commitment to providing tailored banking services for stakeholders in the USCIS EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program.

April Feely, a seasoned professional with 14 years of experience in EB-5 and E-2 client services at Signature Bank, brings her expertise to Metropolitan Commercial Bank. She is joined by James M. Sozomenou, who spent six years at Signature Bank, specializing in client development and operations for EB-5 and E-2 clients. Together, they are set to lead the team, serving the needs of investors, developers, Regional Centers, government agencies, law firms, and consulting companies specializing in EB-5 and E-2.

Mark R. DeFazio, President and CEO of Metropolitan Commercial Bank, commended both promotions, citing Feely's masterful expertise in EB-5 operations and Sozomenou's consistent delivery of exceptional results in the EB-5 market.

April Feely expressed her enthusiasm for this new chapter in her career and looks forward to expanding their relationships within the EB-5 community. She and James M. Sozomenou share excitement about the future, with the full support of Metropolitan Commercial Bank in ensuring the team's continued stellar reputation.

Metropolitan Commercial Bank, a New York City-based full-service commercial bank, is recognized for its global payments group's leadership in domestic and international fintech services. It provides a broad range of banking products and services to businesses, enterprises, municipalities, and individuals.

The bank's recent achievements include ranking among the top loan producers for 2023 and being recognized as one of the best-performing community banks in its asset category and region. It is committed to innovation and growth across the fintech and payments industry.

Metropolitan Commercial Bank continues to expand its presence and is poised for success in the EB-5 market under the leadership of April Feely and James M. Sozomenou.

For more information, please visit MCBankNY.com.

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