Anthony (Tony) Farland Named Senior Vice President of Community Bank of the Chesapeake

WALDORF, Md., April 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Community Bank of the Chesapeake is pleased to announce that Anthony (Tony) Farland, Senior Commercial Lender, Virginia market has been promoted to Senior Vice President. In this role, he is responsible for the lending team in Fredericksburg, Virginia, which provides a variety of commercial loans designed to meet the needs of local businesses.

"Tony has done an exceptional job leading the commercial lending effort in Fredericksburg," said Greg Cockerham, Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer of Community Bank of the Chesapeake. "Tony has been an integral part of our success in this region and his promotion is well deserved."

Mr. Farland joined the bank in 2011. Prior to Community Bank, Mr. Farland held several positions at PNC Bank N.A. including Business Banker, Relationship Manager and Credit Officer. Mr. Farland is currently pursuing a degree from American Military University; he has completed various courses through the American Bankers Association and the Center for Financial Training. He is actively involved in the community, where he volunteers for organizations such as the Rappahannock United Way and Ducks Unlimited.

Headquartered in Waldorf, Maryland, Community Bank of the Chesapeake is a full-service commercial bank, with assets over $1 billion. Community Bank has served the communities from Southern Maryland to Fredericksburg, Virginia for over 65 years, making it the oldest independent community bank headquartered in this region. Through its 11 banking centers and three dedicated commercial lending centers, Community Bank of the Chesapeake offers a broad range of financial products and services to individuals and businesses. Community Bank of the Chesapeake is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Community Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: TCFC). More information about Community Bank of the Chesapeake can be found at www.cbtc.com.

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SOURCE Community Bank of the Chesapeake