BCB Bancorp Appoints Former Sterling Bank CEO Thomas O’Brien as Chief Executive

BCB Bancorp Inc. (BCBP) named former Sterling Bank CEO Thomas O’Brien as its new chief executive officer, effective immediately, the company announced on June 1, 2026. O’Brien succeeds [outgoing CEO name not provided], marking a leadership transition at the New Jersey-based community bank. O’Brien previously led Sterling Bank, where he oversaw its growth before its acquisition by Webster Financial Corp. in 2022. His appointment comes as BCB Bancorp looks to strengthen its regional presence amid a challenging rate environment. The bank, which operates 27 branches across New Jersey and Pennsylvania, had total assets of $3.8 billion as of March 31, 2026. Shares of BCB Bancorp were little changed in early trading.