Provident Bank, a New Jersey-based financial institution, added Bill Fink as executive vice president, chief lending officer, leading the commercial bank and the commercial lending growth strategy.

Fink has over 30 years of experience in commercial banking and credit administration and will lead and direct the bank’s commercial lending strategies, including new business development, loan portfolio management and policy management for all commercial business lines, including C&I, commercial real estate, treasury management and specialty lines. His expertise in structuring complex credit transactions and developing innovative approaches will help expand the bank’s loan portfolio and drive sustainable growth consistent with the bank’s risk appetite. In addition to overseeing lending initiatives, given his deep commercial banking experience, Fink will serve as a strategic advisor, collaborating closely with Provident’s executive leadership team.

“I’m excited to begin a new chapter in my career where I can support Provident Bank’s mission to redefine the super community banking space,” Fink said. “With a strong foundation and clear momentum, I look forward to using my experience in commercial lending to drive growth, strengthen customer relationships and foster a culture of innovation and excellence that supports Provident Bank’s business strategy.”

Fink will oversee a $16 billion loan portfolio and lead a team of eight direct reports and a total team of 250 employees based in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. He will also oversee portfolio management and credit risk, ensuring the bank’s lending strategies align with market opportunities and long-term objectives. Fink will contribute to enhancing credit policies, introducing new lending products and optimizing the portfolio mix to ensure the bank is providing the best solution to its customers. Additionally, he will represent the bank at industry events and public engagements, strengthening relationships with customers and partners, while reinforcing Provident’s market presence.

“Bill is an exceptional leader, bringing broad expertise in commercial banking with a vision for driving growth and innovation,” Anthony Labozzetta, president and CEO of Provident Bank, said. “I am thrilled to welcome him to our team as we enhance our commercial lending capabilities, deepen customer relationships and position our bank for long-term success.”

Fink brings two decades of leadership experience at TD Bank, where he held key senior roles across regional and national markets. Most recently, he served as executive vice president and head of U.S. middle market banking, leading TD’s nationwide expansion strategy for middle market and asset-based lending and overseeing a $24 billion portfolio. Previously, as executive vice president, chief lending officer, and head of credit management for TD’s U.S. commercial banking division, he played a critical role in credit oversight and risk management.

Fink holds an MBA in management and finance and a bachelor of science in marketing from St. Joseph’s University. He is also a Certified Public Accountant and Chartered Global Management Accountant. In addition, he completed the Advanced Finance Postgraduate Program at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and is a member of the executive education board of directors at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.