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FVCbank celebrates official opening of its new Ashburn branch

FVCbank marked the official opening of its new Ashburn branch on Thursday, December 1.

ASHBURN, Virginia - FVCbank marked the official opening of its new Ashburn branch on Thursday, December 1, with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and tour followed by a reception held at BlackFinn Ameripub.

FVCbank’s new branch in Loudoun County is part of the Bank’s continued expansion in Virginia to serve personal accounts and commercial banking for small businesses to large corporations.

“At FVCbank, we are committed to the success of the communities we serve,” said David W. Pijor, chairman, president and chief executive officer of FVCbank. “We enjoyed celebrating with the community and our customers and couldn’t be more grateful for the outpouring of support shown by Ashburn and Loudoun County. We look forward to building solid relationships with the wonderful people here and developing partnerships with local businesses and civic organizations.”

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The branch, located at 43800 Central Station Drive, Suite 150, will help serve the Loudoun County community. With this new location, FVCbank expands its reach, creating an increased presence in Northern Virginia, which contributes to the economic development movement in the state.

Approximately 45 people attended the ceremonial ribbon cutting at the branch conducted by the Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce followed by the festivities at the Blackfinn Ameripub. Even in the midst of the celebration Thursday, two new customers joined the festivities to open new accounts.

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“Our Ashburn branch is part of FVCbank’s continued commitment and approach to providing personal service and outstanding convenience to our customers,” said FVCBank Ashburn Branch Manager Sergio Silva. “As a community bank, we want to immerse ourselves in the fabric of the community and develop deep roots in Ashburn.”

Guests also received the opportunity to enter to win a $250 Visa gift card for participating in the event.

Photo 1 Cutline: Loudoun County business and government guests joined FVCbank for the celebratory ribbon cutting to mark the community bank’s new branch opening. From left: Michael Nassy, FVCbank Executive Vice President and Chief Credit Officer; Bill Byers, FVCbank Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer; Lance Nobles, FVCbank Senior Vice President and Regional Lending Executive; Sharon Jackson, FVCbank Senior Vice President; Trish Ferrick, FVCbank Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; Sergio Silva, FVCbank, Ashburn Branch Manager; David Pijor, FVCbank Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President; Vanessa Wagner, Loudoun County Economic Development; Abby Moreau, Loudoun County Chamber of Commerce; Todd Dempsey, FVCBank Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer; and Dan Testa, FVCbank Board of Directors Member.

Photo 2 Cutline: Sergio Silva, left, FVCbank branch manager, celebrates the opening of the new Ashburn branch with Peggy Elie, FVCbank’s Reston branch manager. Silva had served as Elie’s assistant manager.

About First Virginia Community Bank

First Virginia Community Bank commenced operations in November 2007, and is an $837 million Virginia chartered community bank serving small and mid-­sized businesses and personal banking customers in Northern Virginia. Locally owned and managed, it is based in Fairfax, Virginia, and has four additional full-­service offices in Arlington, Ashburn, Manassas, Reston and Springfield, Virginia. Visit www.fvcbank.com for more information.

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