The Norris McLaughlin, P.A. team (Note: Not all attorneys pictured)
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Norris McLaughlin, P.A.

“When we were shopping around for a new lending and deposits partner, Bill Gascoigne and his team won us over in a big way. Their professionalism and understanding of our industry are key factors that made the decision to join the Peapack-Gladstone Bank family an easy one. Not only were they able to negotiate favorable lending terms for lines of credit, but Bill has shown a steadfast commitment to building a personal, lasting relationship with our firm, that speaks volumes about why the Bank has earned our business.”
John N. Vanarthos, Esq., Chairman

Norris McLaughlin, P.A., is a mid-sized, regional law firm that serves the legal needs of businesses and families in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Boasting a team of 130 attorneys practicing in more than 25 legal disciplines and industry-focused groups, Norris McLaughlin is uniquely positioned to represent a wide range of client segments, including middle-market companies, Fortune 500 corporations, and private individuals and families. Once a humble, two-man practice on Main Street in Somerville, NJ, Norris McLaughlin is widely recognized as the largest law firm in Somerset County and one of the top firms in the State. In response to the changing needs of its clients and the business community, the firm has expanded its geographic reach by merging with like-minded firms in New York City (1999), and the Lehigh Valley in PA (2009), now delivering multi-practice legal solutions to the Tri-State market of NJ, PA and NY.

William Gascoigne, Head of Professional Services, Peapack-Gladstone Bank
Dear Valued Shareholder,

On behalf of Peapack-Gladstone Financial Corporation and all of its wholly owned divisions and subsidiaries, I hope you and your families are safe and healthy.

These are certainly unprecedented times for everyone, but it is during times like these that I find comfort and security in knowing that I am not alone. It is my hope that you feel the same, and that you know Peapack-Gladstone Bank and its team of hard-working employees are here for you.

For nearly 100 years, we have put our clients and our communities first. These are two of our most important core principles, which we stand by each and every day. These statements truly define who we are and exemplify our commitment to doing the right thing, providing a trusted relationship for clients, even during extremely difficult times.

The theme of our 2019 Annual Report is “Focused on the Client.” The decision to follow this theme throughout the Report was made well before the Coronavirus entered our lives, but I feel strongly that it rings even more true today than ever before. Although much has changed during the last few months, our commitment to our clients, and our focus on our clients, will never waiver. Whether it is through support of our community organizations in need with funds or volunteers, or through loan or financing relief for our commercial and consumer clients, or specifically through offering Paycheck Protection Program assistance for our small businesses, we will always provide a steady hand.

I am proud of our 2019 accomplishments and that we were able to deliver a seventh year of record results for our shareholders. The enclosed report tells our story, which I hope you will also take pride in.

As we look ahead to our new normal, we will continue to keep our shareholders, our clients, our communities and our employees at the forefront. This will drive our success.

Respectfully yours,

Douglas L. Kennedy
President & CEO
Peapack-Gladstone Bank