ConnectOne Bancorp Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
ConnectOne Bancorp's CEO is Frank Sorrentino, appointed in Jul 2014, has a tenure of 11.83 years. total yearly compensation is $4.40M, comprised of 22.5% salary and 77.5% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 1.63% of the company’s shares, worth $24.54M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 4.8 years and 10.1 years respectively.
Key information
Frank Sorrentino
Chief executive officer
US$4.4m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 22.55% |
| CEO tenure | 11.8yrs |
| CEO ownership | 1.6% |
| Management average tenure | 4.8yrs |
| Board average tenure | 10.1yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 09
CNOB: Long Island Integration And Higher Margins Will Drive Future Returns
Analysts recently lifted the ConnectOne Bancorp price target by $3 to $33.80. They pointed to updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, profit margins and a lower future P/E as key drivers behind the change.Seeking Alpha • Apr 27
ConnectOne: Merger Benefits Persist, But Loan Quality Requires Monitoring
Summary ConnectOne Bancorp remains a "Buy," supported by robust Q1 results, NIM expansion, and successful integration of the FLIC acquisition. CNOB's deposit growth and low-cost funding are fueling above-industry loan growth, with NIM expanding 12 bps to 3.39% in Q1. Credit quality is strong overall, though rent-stabilized multifamily exposure presents a watchpoint; reserves and loss-absorbing capacity remain conservative. Management reaffirmed NIM and loan growth guidance, raised the dividend 8%, and continues share buybacks, supporting a fair value target near $33. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 21
CNOB: Long Island Integration And Credit Trends Will Shape Future Returns
Narrative Update on ConnectOne Bancorp The consensus analyst price target for ConnectOne Bancorp has shifted to $31, down $2 from the prior $33 level, as analysts factor in the benefits of added scale and an expanded Long Island presence following the FLIC acquisition, while modestly revising valuation assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on ConnectOne Bancorp centers on how the bank is integrating the FLIC acquisition and what that might mean for growth, execution, and valuation as the combined franchise matures.Narrative Update • Apr 05
CNOB: Future Upside Will Rely On Long Island Scale Benefits
Analysts have adjusted their outlook on ConnectOne Bancorp, with a Street price target now framed around $31, down from a prior $33 level. This reflects updated views on the benefits of the FLIC integration, the bank's expanded Long Island presence, and refreshed assumptions for growth, profitability, and future P/E.Narrative Update • Mar 21
CNOB: Future Returns Will Depend On Long Island Integration And P/E Stability
Narrative Update on ConnectOne Bancorp The analyst price target for ConnectOne Bancorp has shifted to $31 from $33, with analysts linking the adjustment to updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate and future P/E, while still highlighting benefits from the FLIC integration and the bank's expanded Long Island presence. Analyst Commentary Analysts are reassessing ConnectOne Bancorp with fresh assumptions around fair value, discount rate and future P/E, while keeping attention on how the FLIC integration and Long Island expansion feed into the story.Narrative Update • Mar 06
CNOB: Future Returns Will Hinge On Earnings Power And P/E Stability
Narrative Update on ConnectOne Bancorp Analysts have raised their price target on ConnectOne Bancorp by $2, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. These changes leave their fair value estimate broadly unchanged at $31.70 per share.Narrative Update • Feb 19
CNOB: Future Returns Will Hinge On Earnings Power And Loan Charge Offs
Analysts have raised their price target on ConnectOne Bancorp by $2, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, profit margins, and future P/E. These changes slightly adjust their outlook while keeping fair value at $31.70.Narrative Update • Feb 04
CNOB: Future Returns Will Depend On Earnings Power And Credit Costs
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for ConnectOne Bancorp higher, moving the target from US$30.60 to US$31.70 as they update assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the higher fair value and the recent US$2 price target lift as a sign that updated assumptions on discount rates and earnings power still support the stock at a modest premium to prior expectations.Analysis Article • Feb 03
ConnectOne Bancorp (NASDAQ:CNOB) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.18
The board of ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CNOB ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 2nd of March...Narrative Update • Jan 21
CNOB: Future Upside Will Depend On Credit Costs And Buyback Discipline
Analysts have maintained their price target for ConnectOne Bancorp at around $30.60, indicating that their assumptions on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E remain largely unchanged. What's in the News From July 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025, ConnectOne Bancorp repurchased 0 shares for $0 million, while the company has completed the repurchase of 2,548,882 shares, representing 6.69%, for $58.98 million under the buyback announced on March 11, 2019 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 06
CNOB: Future Return Potential Will Rely On Credit Costs Stabilising
Analysts now hold their fair value estimate for ConnectOne Bancorp steady at US$30.60, with only slight tweaks to assumptions such as the discount rate and forward P/E that are guiding the unchanged price target. What's in the News ConnectOne Bancorp reported net loan charge offs of $5,135,000 for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025, compared with $3,506,000 for the same quarter a year earlier (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Dec 18
CNOB: Risk Profile Will Improve While Credit Costs And Margins Remain Key
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on ConnectOne Bancorp to approximately $30.60 from about $29.13, citing a lower perceived risk profile despite more tempered expectations for revenue growth and profit margins, along with a higher assumed future earnings multiple. What's in the News ConnectOne Bancorp completed its share repurchase program announced on March 11, 2019, retiring a total of 2,548,882 shares, or about 6.69% of shares, for $58.98 million.Analysis Article • Nov 03
ConnectOne Bancorp (NASDAQ:CNOB) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.18
The board of ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CNOB ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 1st of December...Analysis Article • Aug 02
ConnectOne Bancorp (NASDAQ:CNOB) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.18
The board of ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CNOB ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.18 per share on...Analysis Article • May 07
ConnectOne Bancorp's (NASDAQ:CNOB) Dividend Will Be $0.18
ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CNOB ) will pay a dividend of $0.18 on the 2nd of June. This means the dividend yield...Seeking Alpha • Apr 24
ConnectOne: Solid Q1 Results And M&A Justify Current Valuation
Summary ConnectOne Bancorp has shown solid performance, gaining 15% over the past year, despite recent market pressures, and reported a strong Q1. The bank is improving its net interest margins and funding mix, with deposit costs expected to continue decreasing as high-cost deposits mature. ConnectOne's pending acquisition of First of Long Island Corporation is expected to be accretive, enhancing scale and improving liquidity, despite some margin dilution. With a fair valuation around $23 per share and a secure 3.3% dividend yield, CNOB is a hold, but attractive if it dips below $21. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 17
ConnectOne Bancorp's (NASDAQ:CNOB) Dividend Will Be $0.18
The board of ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CNOB ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.18 per share on...Analysis Article • Feb 02
ConnectOne Bancorp (NASDAQ:CNOB) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.18
The board of ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CNOB ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.18 per share on...Analysis Article • Oct 29
ConnectOne Bancorp (NASDAQ:CNOB) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.18
ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CNOB ) will pay a dividend of $0.18 on the 2nd of December. This means that the...Analysis Article • Oct 27
Earnings Miss: ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. Missed EPS By 7.3% And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts
ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CNOB ) just released its latest third-quarter report and things are not looking...
New Narrative • Sep 24
A Strategy For Enhanced Growth And Profitability
ConnectOne's expansion and new market entries aim to grow its client base and deposits, enhancing lending and interest income for revenue growth.Seeking Alpha • Aug 26
ConnectOne Bancorp: Preferred Shares Not Offering Attractive Yield
Summary ConnectOne Bancorp has experienced growth since its founding nearly 20 years ago, with preferred shares rallying since the regional banking crisis. Financial results show a decreased net interest spread due to increased borrowing yields, but the net interest margin remains stable. Loan and deposit growth at CNOB has been stagnant, with potential risks including loan performance and the presence of uninsured deposits. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Apr 30
ConnectOne Bancorp (NASDAQ:CNOB) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.18
ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CNOB ) will pay a dividend of $0.18 on the 3rd of June. This makes the dividend yield...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$92m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$4m | US$992k | US$74m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$55m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$31m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$71m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$4m | US$972k | US$68m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$66m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$71m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$73m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$4m | US$945k | US$81m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$94m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$102m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$112m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$4m | US$900k | US$119m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$119m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$124m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$125m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$3m | US$825k | US$128m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$123m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$115m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$98m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$3m | US$825k | US$71m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$66m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$63m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$67m |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$3m | US$800k | US$73m |
Compensation vs Market: Frank's total compensation ($USD4.40M) is about average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD5.37M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Frank's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Frank Sorrentino (63 yo)
11.8yrs
Tenure
US$4,399,936
Compensation
Mr. Frank S. Sorrentino, III, has been the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. since July 1, 2014 and served as President since July 1, 2014. Mr. Sorrentino serves as Chief Exe...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman & CEO | 11.8yrs | US$4.40m | 1.63% $ 24.5m | |
| President & Director | no data | US$1.72m | 0.24% $ 3.7m | |
| Senior EVP & CFO | 12.3yrs | US$1.49m | 0.23% $ 3.5m | |
| Executive VP | no data | US$748.07k | 0.20% $ 3.0m | |
| First Senior VP & Chief Credit Officer | 4.8yrs | US$752.66k | 0.027% $ 399.0k | |
| Executive VP & CTO | 4.3yrs | US$684.50k | no data | |
| Executive VP & General Counsel | less than a year | no data | 0.082% $ 1.2m | |
| Senior VP & Chief Brand & Innovation Officer | 5.4yrs | no data | no data | |
| President of BoeFly Division | 6.9yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Digital Officer | 3.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Executive VP & Chief Risk Officer | no data | no data | 0.0029% $ 44.0k | |
| Executive VP & Chief Lending Officer | no data | US$747.75k | no data |
4.8yrs
Average Tenure
63yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: CNOB's management team is considered experienced (4.8 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman & CEO | 11.8yrs | US$4.40m | 1.63% $ 24.5m | |
| President & Director | 3yrs | US$1.72m | 0.24% $ 3.7m | |
| Independent Director | 11.8yrs | US$166.50k | 0.21% $ 3.2m | |
| Independent Director | 11.8yrs | US$120.00k | 0.43% $ 6.5m | |
| Vice chairman | less than a year | US$146.27k | 0.11% $ 1.7m | |
| Independent Director | 6.3yrs | US$122.50k | 0.22% $ 3.3m | |
| Independent Director | 17.3yrs | US$166.00k | 0.14% $ 2.1m | |
| Independent Director | 11.8yrs | US$144.50k | 0.35% $ 5.2m | |
| Lead Independent Director | 11.8yrs | US$173.50k | 0.70% $ 10.6m | |
| Independent Director | 7.3yrs | US$145.00k | 0.44% $ 6.6m | |
| Independent Director | 8.3yrs | US$132.00k | 0.050% $ 749.7k | |
| Independent Director | 5yrs | US$132.00k | 0.027% $ 407.5k |
10.1yrs
Average Tenure
60yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: CNOB's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 10.1 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/29 21:50 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc. is covered by 11 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Taylor Brodarick | Guggenheim Securities, LLC |
| Feddie Strickland | Hovde Group, LLC |
| Timothy Switzer | Keefe, Bruyette, & Woods |