Bridgehampton National Bank Holding Company Hires New Director

Raymond "Randy" A. Nielsen was named the new director of Bridge Bancorp, Inc., the holding company for the Bridgehampton National Bank, its Board of Directors announced on Monday.  

Nielsen previously served a CEO of Reliance Federal Savings Bank and Herald National Bank. He has 43 years of experience in the banking industry.

"Randy's depth of experience in all areas of banking, from his leadership of a major institution, through acquisitions, compliance and regulatory issues provides us with a valuable resource," Marcia Z. Hefter, the company's chairperson, said in a statment. "He is an important addition to our institution, and his appointment continues to position us well for growth."

He also previously served as a director of North Fork Bancorporation and its subsidiary North Fork Bank. He most recently served as Chairman and CEO of Herald National Bank.