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Message from the CEO — Mulhearn and Warch Promoted to Vice President / Financial Advisor

January 27, 2026 | Weekly Commentary

We are pleased to announce the promotions of Ryan Mulhearn and Michael Warch to the position of Vice President / Financial Advisor.

Ryan joined Valley National in 2017, bringing four years of prior industry experience in retirement planning, portfolio administration, investment analysis, and client service. As a Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) and a Licensed Insurance Agent in Pennsylvania, he assists clients with comprehensive financial planning, wealth management, insurance planning, and tax optimization. He has also been a member of VNFA’s Investment Committee since 2018. Ryan is a Lehigh Valley native and currently resides in his hometown with his wife, Nicole, his two daughters, Charlotte and Avery, and their family dogs, Maci and Cali.

Mike joined Valley National in 2018, with six years of experience working as a financial advisor. Alongside his client-focused work, Mike is actively pursuing his Certified Financial Planner™ Professional designation, demonstrating his commitment to ongoing education and staying current with the ever-changing financial advisory services. Mike lives in Allentown with his wife, Kelsey, their two sons, Brayden and Weston, and their Labrador, Colby.