BayCoast Bank today announced Claudia Rocha of Cumberland, Rhode Island, as Vice President, Commercial Loan Officer.

In this role, Rocha cultivates relationships with businesses and investors to develop new commercial loans and deposit accounts for the Bank.

Rocha joins BayCoast Bank with 14 years of experience in the financial services industry, most recently as Assistant Vice President, Commercial Lender with Rockland Trust Company in Brockton, Massachusetts.

A graduate of Providence College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, Rocha received her Master of Business Administration from New England College of Business and Finance.

Rocha is a Board member of Habitat for Humanity of West Bay & Northern Rhode Island and a member of the Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce.

“It’s a pleasure to welcome Claudia to our fine team of professionals,” said Nicholas Christ, President and CEO of BayCoast Bank. “Her credit, lending and client service skills make her the perfect individual to fill the pivotal role of VP, Commercial Loan Officer.”

About BayCoast Bank

BayCoast Bank is mutually-owned, serving the needs of consumers, businesses, non-profits and municipalities through 18 branches and three loan offices throughout southeastern MA and RI. Additional services are offered through the Bank’s affiliates: BayCoast Financial Services, Plimoth Investment Advisors, Partners Insurance Group, LLC, BayCoast Mortgage Company, LLC, and Priority Funding LLC. Nicholas Christ is the Bank’s President and Chief Executive Officer. Visit www.BayCoastBank.com or call 508-678-7641 or 888-806-2872.