PS Bank Welcomes Walter Sarafinko

Anthony J. Gabello, President and Chief Executive Officer, is pleased to announce the hiring of Walter Sarafinko as Commercial Loan Officer / Vice President.   

With over 40 years of experience in banking and more than 25 years specializing in commercial lending, Walter brings a wealth of expertise to the team, especially to the Northeast PA region.

Walter joins PS Bank at an exciting time as it prepares to open its newest office on Keyser Avenue in Scranton, further expanding its footprint in Lackawanna County and surrounding markets. The new location aims to make PS Bank retail and business services more accessible to the Greater Scranton area.

Walter holds a degree in business management from Penn State University and has completed numerous banking programs focused on branch administration, commercial lending, and compliance. He also completed the Pennsylvania Bankers Association Advanced School of Banking and the Central Atlantic School of Commercial Lending, where he received honors. He is a graduate of Leadership Lackawanna. Throughout his distinguished career, he has developed deep connections in the community and a strong reputation in the commercial lending industry.

“I’m excited to join the team at PS Bank, a bank with a long-standing tradition of building strong relationships through community banking. This team has a great reputation within the business community, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to join them” said Sarafinko. “I look forward to helping our clients navigate their financial needs, and continuing to grow PS Bank’s presence in a market that I have called home for most of my career.”

Anthony J. Gabello, President & CEO of PS Bank, added, “Walter will play a vital role in increasing our presence in Lackawanna County and the surrounding markets, as we prepare to open our newest office in North Scranton. His vast knowledge of the region, combined with his extensive background in commercial lending, will be instrumental in helping us to better serve both new and existing customers.”

A resident of South Abington Township, Walter resides with his wife Robin and has two adult children, Colin and Kelsey.

Connect with Walter Sarafinko:
570-575-6405
[email protected]
NMLS# 2232192