{"id":175400,"date":"2026-03-02T20:16:08","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T20:16:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/175400\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T20:16:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T20:16:08","slug":"lakeland-based-bank-of-central-florida-expands-into-hillsborough-county","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/175400\/","title":{"rendered":"Lakeland-Based Bank of Central Florida Expands Into Hillsborough County"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Get our briefing \u2014 Once a week, local news focused on decisions that affect Lakeland.<\/p>\n<p>With the increased growth in Polk and Hillsborough County over the last couple years, Lakeland-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bankofcentralflorida.com\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.bankofcentralflorida.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bank of Central Florida<\/a> is continuing its expansion into Hillsborough county with a new loan production office, or LPO, in Brandon.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The bank\u2019s mission in 2026 is to serve others on their financial journey through intentional support and a collaborative relationship.<\/p>\n<p>Keep up with what\u2019s happening in Lakeland with only one email a week.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBank of Central Florida\u2019s ability to continue to grow and expand our presence in East Hillsborough County reflects the acceptance of our operating model and our commitment to our client experience,\u201d said CEO and Board Chairman Paul Noris. \u201cWith more than $1.2 billion in assets, the Bank\u2019s organic, client-focused strategy fulfills the bank\u2019s commitment to the markets we serve.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Centrally located in the heart of Brandon, the loan production office helps clients with market products, credit applications, and loan closings. <\/p>\n<p>Meet the team<\/p>\n<p>With the new office addition in Hillsborough County, Tampa Bay Market Executive Lauren Fernandez is enthusiastic about the expansion so her team can continue building strong connections. She is grateful to be a witness and partner to the ongoing growth in west-central Florida, and is ready to aid in the area\u2019s progress and success.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" data-attachment-id=\"522654\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.lkldnow.com\/lakeland-based-bank-of-central-florida-expands-into-hillsborough-county\/image-2-3\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.lkldnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Image-2-scaled.jpg?fit=1707%2C2560&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1707,2560\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Robert Cobb, Bank of Central Florida\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"&lt;p&gt;East Hillsborough Team Leader Robert Cobb is leading the Brandon office.&lt;\/p&gt;&#10;\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.lkldnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Image-2-scaled.jpg?fit=200%2C300&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.lkldnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Image-2-scaled.jpg?fit=683%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Image-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-522654\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/4;object-fit:cover\"  \/>East Hillsborough Team Leader Robert Cobb is leading the Brandon office. | Courtesy of Bank of Central Florida<\/p>\n<p>As an integral part of Fernandez\u2019s team, East Hillsborough Team Leader Robert Cobb is leading the new office. With his extensive knowledge of the local community and commercial lending, Cobb is equipped and ready to connect with clients so he can provide the personalized solutions they need.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>With the help of Cobb and Commercial Relationship Manager Jeff Campbell, clients have a convenient location available for their business\u2019s financial needs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>What to Know About the Brandon Office\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>What is the difference between an LPO and a branch office?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>An LPO focuses on market loans and related activities involved with loan management. A branch office provides services where money is lent or deposits are received.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>How are Bank of Central Florida Relationship Managers able to assist clients at the new office?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Some of the most common activities at an LPO include the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Assisting clients with loan applications or similar documents\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Educating clients about commercial mortgages or loan information<\/p>\n<p>Providing loan services that do not involve money being lent or deposits being accepted<\/p>\n<p>What services are not provided at an LPO?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Some services that cannot be provided at an LPO include:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Paying withdrawals or checks<\/p>\n<p>Accepting deposits\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Distributing or lending money or loan funding\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Opening deposit accounts\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Accessing safe-deposit boxes<\/p>\n<p>Are appointments required for clients to come to the office?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\nSupport Local News for Lakeland\n<\/p>\n<p>For efficient service, reaching out to the Relationship Management team for inquiries before coming to the office is highly encouraged.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>To contact the office, clients can call (813) 409-3600 or contact their Relationship Management team directly with immediate requests or questions.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Is there an ATM at the new office?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As the office does not have the ability to fulfill money-lending or deposit services, an ATM is not present.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When is the new office open?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As of Feb. 23, the new Brandon office opened! Clients can contact the Brandon team to schedule a time to visit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s the best way to get to the new office?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Right off of East Brandon Boulevard, the office is easily accessible for all clients. <\/p>\n<p>Bank of Central Florida Brandon Loan Production Office:\u00a0<br \/>513 Westbrook Avenue, Suite 104<br \/>Brandon, FL 33511<\/p>\n<p>Who should I contact if I have more questions?\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>For questions or further information, please contact Robert Cobb or Jeff Campbell.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"is-service-name has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-robert-cobb-east-hillsborough-team-leader-813-488-1625-robert-cobb-bocfl-com\">Robert Cobb\u00a0<br \/>East Hillsborough Team Leader\u00a0<br \/>(813) 488-1625<br \/>robert.cobb@bocfl.com<\/p>\n<p class=\"is-service-name has-medium-font-size\" id=\"h-jeff-campbell\">Jeff Campbell<br \/>Commercial Relationship Manager<br \/>(813) 690-5028<br \/>jeff.campbell@bocfl.com<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to start your financial journey with Bank of Central Florida, connect with Robert and his Brandon team today!<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\tLOAD MORE ARTICLES\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p class=\"error\">\n\t\t\t\tSomething went wrong. 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