About Us
Building the foundation for a Public Bank in Rochester
Our leadership consists of progressive community leaders with backgrounds ranging from banking to public service. We are eagerly welcoming new members at all levels. If you are passionate about participating sign up at our Get Involved page.
Meet The Team
Interested in joining? Check our Get Involved page, and get in touch!
Melissa Marquez, CEO, Genesee Co-Op Federal Credit Union
Mary Lupien, Rochester City Councilwoman
Dan Apfel, COO, Genesee Co-Op Federal Credit Union
Simeon Banister, Executive Vice President, Rochester Area Community Foundation
Jim Dukette, Program Manager, Empire Justice Center
Barbara Van Kerkhove, Researcher/Policy Analyst, Empire Justice Center
Graham Hughes, Special Project Manager, City Roots Land Trust
Richard Jurnack, Lecturer, SUNY Geneseo, Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), Rochester Steering Committee member