Pittsfield Cooperative Bank announced the promotion of Lisa M. Lawler to Vice President, Senior Credit Officer. In this role, Lawler will continue to play a vital part in helping local businesses secure the financing they need to thrive, while also contributing to the growth and development of the Bank’s commercial lending portfolio.

Lawler has been a valued member of the Co-op Bank team since 2022, bringing with her more than 30 years of banking experience. Over the years, she has built strong relationships throughout the region and financial services industry, making her a trusted credit analyst to businesses across the Berkshires. Lawler’s extensive background in banking, includes business lending, credit and risk analysis, commercial real estate financing, commercial underwriting and portfolio management.

“Lisa’s promotion is a testament to her hard work, dedication and the exceptional service she provides to our business customers,” said Mike Ferry, SVP, Commercial Banking. “Her deep knowledge of commercial banking and commitment to our community-first philosophy make her a valuable leader within our organization.”

As Vice President, Senior Credit Officer, Lawler will continue to focus on helping the Commercial Banking team build strong client relationships and tailored lending solutions through her thorough risk and credit analysis and deft underwriting. Her ability to pair financial expertise with a personal, community-oriented approach is a hallmark of the Bank’s commitment to serving its customers.