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PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (OTCEM: FRBK) (“Republic” or the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank, and George E. Norcross, III, Gregory B. Braca, Philip A. Norcross, Lexie Norcross, and other Norcross family members and affiliates (collectively, the “Norcross Braca Group”), today provided an updated timeline for the closing of the Norcross Braca Group’s previously announced $35 million capital...

Investment Will Improve Capital Ratios and Result in Reconstitution of Republic Board, with Appointment of Philip A. Norcross as Chair as well as Gregory B. Braca and Two New Independent Directors Legacy Directors Andrew B. Cohen, Harry D. Madonna, Lisa Jacobs and Harris Wildstein to Depart from Board PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (OTCEM: FRBK) (“Republic” or the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank, and...

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (OTCEM: FRBK) (“Republic” or the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank, and George E. Norcross, III, Gregory B. Braca, Philip A. Norcross and affiliates (collectively, the “Norcross Braca Group”), today announced the signing of a non-binding Letter of Intent (the “LOI”) that includes a significant investment by the Norcross Braca Group as part of a capital raise...

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the "Bank"), is excited to announce the launch of its food drive initiative in collaboration with the Food Bank of South Jersey. Starting on Friday, September 1 st , and continuing throughout September for Hunger Action Month , the campaign aims to address food insecurity in the community. Republic Bank is dedicated to tackling the issue of food insecurity and is proud to join forces with the Food Bank of...

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FRBK) (“Republic” or the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank, today announced that it has been notified by the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) that, as of the opening of business on August 23, 2023, the Company’s common stock will no longer be listed on the exchange because the Company has not yet filed its Annual...

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company”), the holding company for Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank, announced that, as anticipated, on August 11, 2023, The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) notified the Company that because the Company’s Form 10-Q for the three months ended June 30, 2023 (the “Form 10-Q”) was not timely filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), the Company did not...

PHILADELPHIA, July 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (“Republic” or the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the “Bank”), today announced the appointment of Linda Sanchez as Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer (“CPO”), effective July 17, 2023. Ms. Sanchez brings more than 25 years of experience in human resources, administration, and operations across the financial and professional services...

Company Announces that Republic and Affiliates of Castle Creek Capital and Cohen Private Ventures Have Agreed to Mutually Terminate Previously Announced Capital Raise Releases Presentation Detailing Strategic Initiatives and Republic’s Significant Opportunities PHILADELPHIA, July 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (“Republic” or the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the "Bank"), today announced that Chairman...

PHILADELPHIA, July 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK), the parent company Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the “Bank”) is proud to announce a significant donation from the Bank in the form of a 3-year grant to Margate Terrace Senior Living Apartment Building. This initiative is part of Republic Bank’s dedication to the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) and is being executed in collaboration with Senior Secure, an effort focused on providing...

PHILADELPHIA, June 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (“Republic” or the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the "Bank"), today announced that its 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”) will be held on Thursday, October 5, 2023. The Board of Directors (the “Board”) has set August 11, 2023 as the record date for determining shareholders entitled to receive notice of, and vote at, the...

PHILADELPHIA, June 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (”Republic Bank" or the "Bank"), today announced the appointments of Sandra C. Pintor as Senior Vice President and Corporate Controller, effective June 12, 2023, and Emanuel Ball as Senior Vice President and Facilities Director, effective May 1, 2023. In her new role, Ms. Pintor will lead accounting operations and...

PHILADELPHIA, June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the "Bank"), today announced the appointment of Brian F. Doran, Esq., as Executive Vice President and General Counsel, effective June 20, 2023. Mr. Doran has a distinguished background in the financial services industry that includes relevant legal and corporate governance roles at top institutions. He will report to...

PHILADELPHIA, June 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the "Bank"), today announced the appointment of Francis “Fran” Mitchell as Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer, effective June 1, 2023. Fran brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the banking and finance industry based on his background holding senior positions at several notable...

PHILADELPHIA, June 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the "Bank" or “Republic”), today announced that it is taking additional steps to enhance operational efficiency within its Retail Banking Division. These steps are expected to support Republic’s efforts to adapt to evolving customer preferences, better leverage technology, and realize cost and operating efficiencies...

Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (“Republic” or the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the “Bank”), today announced that Andrew B. Cohen has been elected independent Chairman of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective June 1, 2023. Mr. Cohen is the Chief Investment Officer and Co-Founder of Cohen Private Ventures LLC, a long-term shareholder of Republic. He joined the Board in 2017. Mr. Cohen possesses strong...

PHILADELPHIA, May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the "Bank" or “Republic”), today announced that the Bank is dedicating additional resources to grow its Small Business Administration (“SBA”) team, under the direction of Executive Vice President, SBA Director Arnie Horvath. Thomas X. Geisel, President and CEO of Republic First Bancorp, Inc., stated, “We are...

PHILADELPHIA, May 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company”), the holding company for Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank, announced that, as anticipated, on May 12, 2023, The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) notified the Company that because the Company’s Form 10-Q for the three months ended March 31, 2023 (the “Form 10-Q”) was not timely filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), the Company did not...

PHILADELPHIA, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (“Republic” or the “Company”), the parent company of Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the “Bank”), today provided the below updates. Based on the positive impact associated with new leadership’s initial strategic initiatives and other considerations, the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) has determined that the Bank has an adequate capital position at this time. The...

PHILADELPHIA, May 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company” or “Republic First”), the holding company for Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank, today announced actions that it has taken in furtherance of management’s strategy to better serve customers, focus resources on core business lines and markets, increase profitability and create value for shareholders. Exit of Mortgage Origination Business Republic Bank will exit its legacy...

PHILADELPHIA, May 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic First Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRBK) (the “Company” or “Republic”), the holding company for Republic First Bank d/b/a Republic Bank (the “Bank”), today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. “Our strong community banking brand, ingrained commitment to customers and focus on relationship banking have allowed us to largely maintain steady deposit levels amid a period of uncertainty and volatility in...