Republic First Bancorp, the parent company of Republic Bank, appointed Francis Mitchell senior vice president, treasurer and chief investment officer.

Mitchell has experience in the banking and finance industry based on his background holding senior positions at several financial institutions. He will report to Mike Harrington, executive vice president and CFO of Republic Bank, and play a role in overseeing and optimizing the bank’s financial performance and further strengthening its position in the market.

Mitchell was most recently with Truist Securities in a depository and capital markets advisory role, where he collaborated closely with community and regional banks. He has a background in asset and liability management, investment portfolio management, strategic finance, capital markets and financial modeling. Mitchell’s previous roles span multiple financial institutions, including Bar Harbor Bank, Webster Bank and TD Bank.

“We are delighted to welcome Fran to the bank and look forward to the positive impact he will have on the organization,” Harrington said. “His vast experience and deep understanding of the community and regional banking industry will be very beneficial as we continue to execute on our strategic plan and focus on driving sustainable growth. Fran’s expertise in asset liability management will be especially useful as we navigate the dynamic financial landscape and prioritize enhancing value for all shareholders and stakeholders. This announcement is a testament to our commitment to attract and retain new talent and the ongoing strengthening of our leadership team to support and drive the execution of our long-term goals.”