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.  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. THE FATHER OF FOUR CHILDREN  RANGING IN AGE FROM FOUR TO TEN, 6 First Commonwealth BROOK MCGINNIS VICE PRESIDENT , Indiana Office 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 