FNCB Bank launched 1st Equipment Finance, a new equipment financing solution offered by the bank. Gary P. Cook, a four-decade industry veteran, will lead the new division as executive vice president and equipment sales officer.

1st Equipment Finance, which will be based in Exeter, PA, will provide equipment financing solutions, including leasing alternatives, for business customers, vendors, manufacturers and municipalities.

“Our seasoned sales and management team has over 150 years combined experience in equipment financing with vendors, commercial customers and municipalities across the United States,” Cook said. “We look forward to leveraging this experience to expand the bank’s portfolio locally and across the country.”

“Our strong commercial banking legacy uniquely positions FNCB Bank to not only compete, but thrive in the equipment financing sector,” Gerard Champi, president and CEO of FNCB Bank, said. “This will not only allow the bank to grow, but will also provide our commercial clients expanded options they need to grow in a competitive business environment.”