Meet Our Financial Advisors

Gideon Bernhard brings over 20 years of experience to Lakeland Financial Services. Previously, Gideon was a Financial Consultant at Investors Bank in Hamilton, N.J. and holds NJ Insurance Producer and Real Estate Licenses. He has experience assisting clients with all of their financial planning, wealth management and insurance needs. Gideon attended Mercer County Community College and resides in Florence, N.J.

Michael Bostedo joined Lakeland in 2017 as a Teller and transitioned to a Personal Banking Consultant in 2020. He joins Lakeland Financial Services with a wealth of knowledge in accessing client’s financial needs. Michael is a Notary Public and holds Series 7, Life and Accident and Health Licenses. He has experience assisting clients with all of their financial planning, wealth management and insurance needs. Michael earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mathematics from The College of New Jersey and is Co-President of the Mathematics and Statistics Chapter of the TCNJ Alumni Association. He resides in Lafayette, N.J.

Al Losco brings 37 years of retail banking experience to Lakeland Financial Services. Currently Vice President, Branch Manager of our Branchville and Lafayette offices, he is registered with Series 7, 6, 63, 65 and Life and Health insurance licenses. He has experience in several areas of wealth management including retirement planning, tax-advantaged income strategies, legacy planning and life insurance. Al is the President of Glen Harbor Homeowners Association and a board member of the Sussex County United Way and Ginnie's House Children's Advocacy Center.

Thomas Noon brings over 20 years of industry experience to Lakeland Financial Services. Previously, Thomas was a Financial Advisor at Investors Bank and Santander Bank in Toms River, N.J. and holds Series 7, 63, 65 and Life and Health licenses. He has experience assisting clients with all of their financial planning, wealth management and insurance needs. He takes pride in listening to the needs and desires of his clients in order to create a customized financial planning strategy for each of them. Thomas attended Brookdale Community College and has received many accolades from past firms including President’s Club and Chairman’s Club Honors. He is an active member of his church and community.