Nick Blaser – President of Cogent Bank of North Central Florida
Nick Blaser brings more than 30 years of commercial banking experience—most of it in Ocala—to his role as President of Cogent Bank of North Central Florida. Since joining Cogent in 2023, he has led a locally focused team dedicated to personalized service, quick decision-making, and building lasting client relationships. Under his leadership, the Ocala office has grown to over $70 million in assets and earned “Best of the 352” honors for both Bank and Customer Service.
Nick is deeply committed to the Ocala community, serving on the boards of the Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership and the Community Foundation for Marion County. He believes expert banking starts with listening—and empowers his team to deliver smart, flexible financial solutions that help local businesses succeed.
Contact Nick at (352) 812-0209 or nblaser@cogentbank.net – he’s here to listen, advise, and help you grow.
To explore personalized banking solutions, visit them on the web at cogentbank.com
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