Honesdale, PA — Honat Bancorp, Inc., the parent company of The Honesdale National Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey Roba to the Board of Directors, effective August 26, 2026. The appointment comes as the Bank continues to celebrate its 190th year in business.
Roba, President of Roba Family Farms and Lakeland Orchard and Cidery brings extensive experience in entrepreneurism, tourism, agriculture, and a demonstrated commitment to serving the communities of Northeastern Pennsylvania. As a member of the Board, he will help guide the strategic direction of HNB and Honat Bancorp while supporting the organization’s mission of providing exceptional financial services and strengthening the communities they serve.
"Strong governance begins with strong leaders,” said Chairman of the Board, William Schweighofer. “ Jeff's well-rounded expertise in business development, combined with his dedication to community involvement, will be a valuable asset to our Board. We are confident that his insight will help support the continued growth and success of The Honesdale National Bank for years to come."
HNB President and CEO Kate Bryant commented, "At HNB, our strength comes from our deep connection to the communities we serve. Jeff shares that commitment and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will enhance our Board's work. We are honored to have him join our leadership team and contribute to the future of our organization."
The appointment of Roba further strengthens the leadership and governance as the organization continues its commitment to serving customers, supporting local businesses, and investing in the communities throughout the region.
Reflecting on the appointment, Roba stated, “It’s an honor and a privilege to be joining Honat Bancorp, Inc. and The Honesdale National Bank Board of Directors. My family and our business have banked with HNB for nearly 30 years, so we understand the importance of an independent community bank. I look forward to working with the Board to continue supporting our local community and businesses.”
Honat Bancorp, Inc. (HONT: US OTCID) is the parent company of its wholly owned subsidiary, The Honesdale National Bank, headquartered in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. The Honesdale National Bank, established in 1836, holds the distinction of being the area’s oldest independent community bank headquartered in Northeastern Pennsylvania, with thirteen full-service offices across Wayne, Pike, Susquehanna, Lackawanna, and Luzerne Counties. Financial Services and Trust solutions for their customers are also serviced through its HNB Financial Group headquartered in Honesdale and the HNB Mortgage Center headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. To learn more visit hnbbank.bank or call 570-253-3355.