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
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Mary Lupien, Rochester City Councilwoman
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Dan Apfel, COO, Genesee Co-Op Federal Credit Union
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Simeon Banister, Executive Vice President, Rochester Area Community Foundation
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Jim Dukette, Program Manager, Empire Justice Center
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Barbara Van Kerkhove, Researcher/Policy Analyst, Empire Justice Center
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Graham Hughes, Special Project Manager, City Roots Land Trust
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Richard Jurnack, Lecturer, SUNY Geneseo, Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), Rochester Steering Committee member
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