Freedom Bank Forms Advisory Board to Enhance Strategic Growth and Community Impact

New Advisory Committee Aims to Strengthen Client Development, Community Engagement, and Strategic Guidance

FAIRFAX, Va., Feb. 18, 2025  - The Freedom Bank of Virginia ("Freedom Bank") announced today it formed a new Advisory Board designed to provide strategic guidance, expert advice, and support to the bank's leadership team. This initiative will enhance the bank's ability to drive innovation, foster stronger community relationships, and promote sustainable business growth. The Advisory Committee will focus on three key areas: offering strategic guidance on market trends and initiatives, strengthening ties with local communities and stakeholders, and promoting client development through increased visibility and outreach.

"At Freedom Bank, our mission is to continuously improve and innovate in ways that truly benefit our clients and communities. The formation of our Advisory Board will allow us to gain valuable insights and guidance that will help us better anticipate market trends, build deeper community connections, and enhance the overall client experience. We look forward to collaborating with these industry experts and local leaders to achieve continued success," said Joe Thomas, President & CEO.

The newly formed Advisory Board is comprised of Scott Cosby, President of Agiliko; Charlie Einsmann, Principal of Clear Sky Financial; Mitchell Lahr, President & CEO of Carey International, Inc.; Joe Meyer, Executive Director & CEO of Shelter House; Nag Nelluri, Chief Executive Officer of DATAMAXIS; Jeffery Payne, Chief Executive Officer of Coveros, Inc.; Damon Smith, Chief Executive Officer of BigEye Direct, Inc. and Mark Ingrao, President, Aspen Strategies, LLC. These individuals offer diverse expertise and experience and have strong ties to the local community, an understanding of the regional economy, and a focus on growth and operational excellence.

About Freedom Bank

The Freedom Bank of Virginia is a next-generation community bank, headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, offering commercial banking, personal banking, and mortgage banking solutions using banker expertise and innovative technology to build lead relationships with clients. Focusing on businesses, real estate owners, and professionals, Freedom Bank concentrates on key industry verticals to deliver unique, sector-specific solutions to help clients meet their goals and realize their dreams. Freedom Bank has sales office locations in Fairfax, Vienna, Reston, Manassas, and Chantilly, VA. For information about Freedom Bank, visit our website at www.freedom.bank.

Contact:

Joseph J. Thomas
President & Chief Executive Officer
Phone: 703-667-4161
Email: jthomas@freedom.bank