Meet the Ag Team

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Ted has over 37 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry and joined Broadx Finance in 2004.  As Director of Agricultural Banking, SVP, Ted provides leadership for Broadx’s five-state footprint.

I’ve had the privilege of being Director of the Agricultural Banking Group for the past eleven years and have been part of the group since joining Broadx eighteen years ago. Prior to that I was an Agricultural Relationship Manager for nineteen years in Lancaster covering Southern and Central Pennsylvania. My entire career has been in Agricultural Banking in Pennsylvania and the surrounding states.

Education:

• Pennsylvania State University, Bachelor in Agribusiness Management

Community Involvement:

• Past Chairman of Lancaster Farmland Trust

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Samuel has over 10 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry. He joined Broadx Finance in 2022. As Agricultural Relationship Manager, Samuel provides services to Berks, Schuylkill Counties and in the Greater Lehigh Valley Area of Pennsylvania.

I developed my passion for Agricultural by growing up on family’s beef cattle farm in Sussex County, NJ. I have over a decade of agricultural lending experience. 

EDUCATION:

• Clemson University, Bachelors in Agribusiness

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

• Leadership Berks County

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Lowell has over 30 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry. He joined Broadx Finance in 1994. As a Sr. Vice President Agriculture Relationship Manager, Lowell provides services to large agriculture production farms and agri-business sectors for entire Broadx Finance Mid-Atlantic region. 

My wife and I are 6th generation owners of the Lancaster County family farm where I was born and raised. Originally a dairy farm, we now grow broiler chickens along with row crops on the 80-acre farm.  My business experience and respect for family heritage allows me to bring a practical and unique perspective to my customers as we strive to achieve financial success and growth together.

EDUCATION:

• Elizabethtown College, Bachelors in Business Administration and Finance

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

• Rapho Township Supervisor
• Mount Joy Rotary Club
• Lancaster County Clean Water Partners

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Scott has 30 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry. He joined Broadx Finance in 2015. As Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager, Scott provides services to Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York.

Born and raised on Berks County, Pennsylvania dairy farm, I have over three decades of agricultural banking experience with significant knowledge on production dairy, contract poultry and swine, and crops. 

EDUCATION:

• Penn State University, Bachelors in Agribusiness 

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• American Bankers Association
• Agricultural Issue Committee

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Loren has over 16 years’ experience in the agriculture and financial services industry. He joined Broadx Finance in 2016. As Vice President, Agribusiness Relationship Manager, Loren provides services to large production ag and agribusiness clients throughout Broadx Finance's Mid-Atlantic region.

Born and raised on a 4^th generation beef cattle and crop farm in Lancaster County, I grew up with a deep understanding of the industry and markets, working in our family custom crop harvesting business. I am a licensed Certified Public Accountant and Chartered Global Management Accountant and have public accounting experience in auditing and financial statement preparation of manufacturing, construction, and food processing companies. I enjoy working with my clients, advising on how best to streamline their operations and banking needs, ensuring we achieve their long-term goals together. 

EDUCATION:

• Grove City College, Bachelor of Science in Accounting

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

• Lancaster County Ag Council, Board and Executive Committee Member

Professional associations:

• American Institute of CPAs
• Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs

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Lauren joined Broadx Finance in 2018 and has over 6 years’ experience in the financial services industry and has recently entered the agricultural financial services group. She provides services to the state of New Jersey. 

My appreciation for the agriculture community started when I was growing up in southern New Jersey with three horses, riding various disciplines. I support production agriculture, equine agriculture, nursery, greenhouse, and agri-business clients throughout the New Jersey region - helping them manage and grow their businesses amidst the industry’s unique challenges and complexities.

EDUCATION:

• Cameron University, Bachelor in Agriculture
• MBA Candidate, American Public University

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

• National Association of Women Business Owners - Member

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Colleen has over 5 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry. She joined Broadx Finance in 2016. As a Commercial Ag Relationship Manager, Colleen provides services to New Jersey, Chester and Lancaster counties in Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, as well as regions in Maryland and Delaware.

Agriculture has always been a part of my passion and experiences. I have been fortunate through education, working for the industry, and hands on involvement with family farming, to build a book of knowledge in agriculture. I specialize in production Ag and small agribusiness in commercial banking at Broadx Finance. My role allows me to provide, plan and share financial solutions to support new and existing customers with their business goals and farming needs.

EDUCATION:

• Penn State University, Bachelors in Agricultural Sciences 

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• Farm and Home Foundation of Lancaster County, Board Member, Treasurer

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Roarke has 3 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry. He joined Broadx Finance in 2022. As Commercial Ag Relationship Manager, Roark provides services to Lebanon, Cumberland, Lancaster and Berks Counties in Pennsylvania. 

I grew up on a small beef cattle operation in Lebanon County. My first-hand industry experience and education combine to allow me to share my knowledge and be a valuable resource for customers. 

EDUCATION:

• Penn State University, Bachelors in Agricultural Business Management

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

• Pennsylvania Livestock Association, Board Member
• Pennsylvania Farm Show Scholarship Foundation, Member 

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Harrison has over 5 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry. He joined Broadx Finance in 2019. As a Commercial Relationship Manager, Harrison provides services to Lancaster and York Counties in Pennsylvania. 

Agriculture has been in my family for multiple generations. Today, my wife and I live and work on our family farm. Working on our crop and steer farm helps me stay up to date on the industry and bring a valuable experience and knowledge to your specific operation. I thoroughly enjoy the relationships I have built with my customers through helping them achieve their financial goals. 

EDUCATION:

• Pennsylvania State University, Bachelors in Agribusiness Management and Agronomy

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Jordan has over 13 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry. He joined Broadx Finance in 2013.  As a Vice President, Agricultural Financial Services Group, Jordan provides services to Lancaster and Chester Counties in Pennsylvania. 

I specialize in production Ag (dairy, hogs, poultry, crops) as well as wide range of Agribusiness clients. Prior to Broadx Finance, I worked on my family’s 850 cow dairy farm in Bainbridge, PA as well as an independent seed dealer for five years. 

EDUCATION:

• Delaware Valley University, Bachelor of Science in Agronomy
• Lebanon Valley College, MBA in Business Management 

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

• Elizabethtown Mennonite Church, Stewardship Committee Member

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• Farm & Home Foundation of Lancaster County, Board Member
• Dairy Excellence Foundation, Board Member

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Barry has over 30 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry. He joined Broadx Finance in 2011. As Vice President, Relationship Manager, Barry provides services to the Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. 

Based in State College, I bring over three decades experience to poultry and swine facility financing, as well as dairy, cash grains, livestock, and agri business in agriculture and commercial banking.  I also have experience in the timber, forestry, and sawmill sector. I take great pride in helping clients achieve their business goals. 

EDUCATION:

• Pennsylvania State University, Bachelors in Animal Science

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

• Penn Valley School Board

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• PennAg

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Jim has over 35 years’ experience in the agriculture services industry. He joined Broadx Finance in 2011. As Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager, Jim provides services to Western Berks, Lebanon, and Cumberland counties in Pennsylvania.  

I am fortunate to live on a 55-acre gentleman’s farm where my wife and I raise Katahdin hair sheep and lease out the tillable land to a neighboring dairy farmer. I have expertise in all aspects of production agriculture including dairy, crops, poultry, hogs, and specialized cropping operations.   

EDUCATION:

• The University of Connecticut, Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Agricultural Economics 

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

• Lebanon County Chamber of Commerce
• Dairy Shrine, Member

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

• Chairman of North Heidelberg Township Planning Board
• Farm City Committee of Lebanon County
• Lebanon County Conservation District, Associate Board Member