​President of The First National Bank of Elmer...

Clark, N.J., February 24, 2021—The President and CEO of The First National Bank of Elmer, Brian W. Jones, was elected to the Board of Trustees of the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation (ECF), a New Jersey nonprofit that provides free supportive services for families facing pediatric cancer. Mr. Jones joins 20 other members who provide hands-on leadership and strategic direction for the 38-year-old organization. “I am thrilled to join the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation and work with an outstanding group of individuals who supply hope and support to those in need,” said Mr. Jones. “I’ve always believed, once you choose hope, anything is possible.”

For the independent community bank based in Elmer, NJ, Mr. Brian W. Jones utilizes over 46 years of industry knowledge to ensure the success of the institution’s financial and strategic goals. He believes service to others is one key principle of the community bank mission and that fulfillment of this responsibility contributes to his success. Throughout his career, Mr. Jones has concentrated on three pillars that ultimately translated into many of his career accomplishments: Risk Management, Operational Management, and Community Relations.

Through various publications, he recently received honors such as Top CEO and CFO, Man of the Year, and Executive of the Year in South Jersey. Mr. Jones is a member of the Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, a member of the Executive Advisory Council and the Finance Advisory Committee of Rohrer College of Business at Rowan University, and a member of the Executive Corporate Board for The Franklin Institute. Mr. Jones has been published in the Journal of Risk Management in Financial Institutions and has been a presenter on multiple aspects of risk management for The Risk Management Association (RMA), Community Bank Integrated Risk Management Forum, and the American Bankers Association.

Mr. Jones has a fond appreciation for civic involvement. Some of his civic involvement awards include Distinguished Alumnus Medallion from Rowan College of South Jersey, Citizen of the Year by the Gloucester County Chamber, South Jersey Humanitarian of the Year from Volunteer Center of South Jersey, The President’s Volunteer Service Award-Lifetime Achievement from the Corporation for National & Community Service. He is also a member of the Second Century Society of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA), a member of the National Alumni Association Committee and VP of Finance for the Area 5/Northeast Region Board of Trustees and a member of the Executive Board of the Garden State Council/Boy Scouts of America. Mr. Jones is a trustee of Friends School Mullica Hill, where he also serves on the finance committee.
Mr. Jones is a graduate of Glassboro State College (now known as Rowan University) with a BA in Administrative Studies. Mr. Jones is also a graduate of the American Bankers Association (ABA) Stonier Graduate School of Banking at the University of Delaware. He resides in Woodbury with his wife and daughter.

“Brian has a first-hand connection to the mission of ECF, having a very personal experience with the daily struggles our ECF families endure,” said ECF Executive Director Joann Passantino. “We are so grateful to have Brian on board, and feel confident that ECF will benefit greatly from his vast knowledge and experience and compassion for our cause.”

About The First National Bank of Elmer
The First National Bank of Elmer started in 1903 in a room of a local barbershop. The bank has since grown to six full service offices spanning Salem, Gloucester and Cumberland Counties. Headquartered in their hometown of Elmer, the independent community bank offers old-fashioned, friendly service combined with modern technology. https://www.elmerbank.com/

About the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation
Founded in 1983, the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation is committed to being a beacon of light for NJ families facing pediatric cancer. ECF serves as a place for families to turn for comfort and support through free services including 24-7 counseling for the entire family, advocacy on behalf of the families with insurance companies, medical providers, landlords, etc.; material support such as food, clothing, toys, household items and birthday and holiday gifts; and emergency financial relief.

For information about the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, visit www.emmanuelcancer.org, or contact Joann Passantino, Executive Director, (908) 322-4323 x16, jpassantino@emmanuelcancer.org

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