Jay Brew
Chief Bank Strategist
Born of a banking family, Jay Brew began his career on Wall Street, working specifically with community banks. His commitment to that sector culminated in 1992 with the formation of BNK Advisory Group, which under Jay's leadership grew to become one of the top community bank advisory firms in the nation.
In 2001, he co-founded Embassy Bank of the Lehigh Valley (PA), where he continues to serve as a founding director, chair of the ALCO/Risk committee, and the bank's financial expert on the audit committee.
Over the years, Jay's spoken to thousands of bankers at scores of conferences, and as one of the nation's leading bank strategists, logged hundreds of advisory or planning engagements with banks ranging from family-owned and mutuals to multi-state and international conglomerates.
Each month, Jay shares his knowledge in Focus Forum published by m.rae resources; and is a contributing columnist for Bank Director Magazine's Viewpoint.
He's co-authored a series of books including The Art of Strategic Planning, The Art of Risk, and The Art of Tax Efficiency in Community Banks. Plus, he authored Investment Portfolio Basics for Community Financial Institutions for the Financial Managers Society.
Today, Jay serves as Chief Bank Strategist and senior advisor for m.rae resources, in addition to leading the brokerage services of BNK Advisory Group.