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A nother successful strategy for 2003 has been the expansion into new markets, particularly into markets with higher growth potential. This strategy has been advanced through the recent acquisitions in the Pittsburgh market area. 

In August 2003, First Commonwealth announced an agreement to acquire Pittsburgh Financial Corporation, a transaction that was consummated on December 5, 2003. Headquartered in Wexford—north of Pittsburgh—Pittsburgh Financial was the holding company of BankPittsburgh with seven community offices and total assets of $373 million. Pittsburgh Financial employees, clients, and communities are now benefiting from the corporate strength and product depth of the financial services of First Commonwealth. On December 12, 2003, First Commonwealth and GA Financial Inc. jointly announced their intention to merge Great American Federal into First Commonwealth Bank and join with the former BankPittsburgh as part of the newly formed Pittsburgh 

BROOK MCGINNIS VICE PRESIDENT , Indiana Office 

## THE FATHER OF FOUR CHILDREN RANGING IN AGE FROM FOUR TO TEN, 

Brook McGinnis has long been committed to providing opportunities for area youth. From his college days when he was a “Big Brother” in the Big Brothers and Sisters Program to the present day, he has dedicated his time and talent to making 

his community a better place for children. He is particularly proud of spearheading the Playtime Park project, Indiana County’s first community built playground. Brook also serves as a District Chair for the Boy Scouts of America, a Sunday school teacher, and a member of several other organizations. 

