Metropolitan Commercial Bank Elevates Two Seasoned EB-5 Specialists to Co-Head the EB-5 Private Client Group

Metropolitan Commercial Bank (the “Bank”) has announced the promotions of April Feely and James M. Sozomenou as Co-Heads of Metropolitan Commercial Bank’s EB-5 Private Client Group. In this dual leadership role, they will continue to provide comprehensive banking services and products tailored for stakeholders in the United States Citizen and Immigration Services EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. Ms. Feely and Mr. Sozomenou will lead the team with the support of their long-standing colleagues in serving the needs of investors, developers, Regional Centers, government agencies, law firms, and consulting companies specializing in EB-5 and E-2.

“April has demonstrated masterful expertise in EB-5 operations, while James has consistently delivered exceptional results across the entire spectrum of EB-5 stakeholders,” stated Mark R. DeFazio, President and CEO of Metropolitan Commercial Bank. “Both of these individuals have unquestionably earned their promotions.”

In April 2023, April Feely embarked on a new chapter in her career by joining Metropolitan Commercial Bank. Prior to this, she dedicated 14 years of her professional journey to Signature Bank, where she managed client services and operations for EB-5 and E-2 clients. Before her tenure at Signature Bank, Ms. Feely contributed her experience to HSBC for over six years. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo, located in Amherst, New York.

“I am extremely pleased to continue serving the EB-5 community with our team and the expertise that we have brought to the table for many years. James and I look forward to continuing what we’ve built and expanding our relationships,” said April Feely, Senior Vice President and Group Director of EB-5 Private Client Group Operations at Metropolitan Commercial Bank. “The Bank has been more than supportive in ensuring that our team’s reputation remains stellar. We are excited for the future here at MCB.”

In April 2023, James M. Sozomenou also became a part of the Metropolitan Commercial Bank EB-5 team. Prior to this, he dedicated six years of his career to Signature Bank, where his responsibilities encompassed client development and operations for EB-5 and E-2 clients. Before his tenure at Signature Bank, Mr. Sozomenou held senior sales positions in financial services and technology firms. He pursued his educational path by studying communications at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, New Jersey, and obtaining a Certification in Broadcasting and Communications from the Connecticut School of Broadcasting in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey.