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Mike

Dermady

CREDIT MANAGER

Email | 585-643-3460 | LinkedIn

Mike performs the underwriting for new clients.

Mike's mission is to efficiently underwrite new lease opportunities within City National Bank's Commercial, Entertainment, Aircraft, Private and Business Banking divisions.

He enjoys being able to develop lasting relationships by leveraging First American leasing products and CNB’s commercial products for the benefit of our clients, and believes it is rewarding to be able to support his clients and see their growth and success.

Prior to working at First American, he spent 7+ years gaining experience through multiple credit positions at Five Star Bank focusing on small business and commercial lending. In 2019, he was awarded SBA Advocate/Lender of the Year in Buffalo, NY SBA District by supporting 288 jobs in the community.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY...

MORE ABOUT MIKE

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Finance from St. John Fisher College

Outside of Work:

He is a Rochester native currently living in Victor, NY with his wife, Katy. He is an avid Buffalo Bills and Syracuse Orange fan. He gives back to the Rochester community by serving on the board of the Child Care Council acting as Treasurer while also coaching his alma mater, East Rochester/Gananda's Varsity Football team.

Mike Dermady

CREDIT MANAGER

Email | 585-643-3460 | LinkedIn

Mike performs the underwriting for new clients.

Mike Dermady’s professional portrait

Mike's mission is to efficiently underwrite new lease opportunities within City National Bank's Commercial, Entertainment, Aircraft, Private and Business Banking divisions.

He enjoys being able to develop lasting relationships by leveraging First American leasing products and CNB’s commercial products for the benefit of our clients, and believes it is rewarding to be able to support his clients and see their growth and success.

Prior to working at First American, he spent 7+ years gaining experience through multiple credit positions at Five Star Bank focusing on small business and commercial lending. In 2019, he was awarded SBA Advocate/Lender of the Year in Buffalo, NY SBA District by supporting 288 jobs in the community.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY...

MORE ABOUT MIKE

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Finance from St. John Fisher College

Outside of Work:

He is a Rochester native currently living in Victor, NY with his wife, Katy. He is an avid Buffalo Bills and Syracuse Orange fan. He gives back to the Rochester community by serving on the board of the Child Care Council acting as Treasurer while also coaching his alma mater, East Rochester/Gananda's Varsity Football team.