In 1861, a group of thoughtful citizens met quietly forming Salem's first permanent "Building Association." Plans progressed smoothly and the meeting took place the evening of the same day President Lincoln was inaugurated. A certificate of incorporation for "The Franklin Loan and Building Association of Salem, New Jersey" was drawn up on April 13, 1861, and recorded April 18, 1861.
Ever since then Franklin Bank has been highly regarded for its sound financial position and has grown steadily throughout its long life. Today we operate seven offices throughout Salem, Gloucester and Cape May Counties.
Our namesake Benjamin Franklin led a life enormously filled with accomplishments and we hope that if he were to regard us today, it would be with deep satisfaction.
Mission Statement
Franklin is a financial partner that continues to build upon a 160+ year tradition of improving the quality of life for our customers, communities and team members.
Franklin Bank Board of Directors
John Fitzpatrick, Chairman
Craig Keyser, Vice-Chairman
Dr. Dennis Malloy
Thomas Murray
Michael Rann
David Rode
David Tilton
Otis Sistrunk
Betsy Amoroso
Mark Edwards
Franklin Bank Leadership
Mark Edwards - President/CEO
Shannon Croll - Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer
Kimberly Cruz - Sr. Vice President/IT & Administration Officer
Mark Kelty - Sr. Vice President/Chief Commercial Lending Officer
Suzanne Cheesman - Sr. Vice President/Deposit Operations Officer
Mark Prater - Sr. Vice President/Compliance and BSA Officer
Megan Flinn - Vice President/Residential Lending Officer
Jillian Kugler - AVP/Community Development Officer
Lauren Howell - AVP/Assistant Controller
Alexis Swoyer - AVP/Commercial Credit Administration Mgr.
Geoffrey Smith - AVP/Deposit Operations Officer
