Salem Five Strengthens Middle Market Banking Team with Two Strategic Hires

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New additions expand the bank's support for nonprofit organizations and privately-held businesses across New England

Salem, MA., July 30, 2026 – Salem Five Bank has expanded its Commercial Banking division with the addition of two experienced bankers to its Middle Market North team, reinforcing the bank's continued investment in serving nonprofit organizations and privately-held businesses throughout New England.

Lisa Pattinson joins as Senior Vice President, Middle Market Banking, where she will help lead the bank's growing nonprofit banking initiative. Her addition supports Salem Five's dedicated focus on delivering specialized financial solutions and relationship-driven service to mission-based organizations. She has experience with complex transactions and has earned a reputation for delivering exceptional client service to nonprofits as well as wide array of other industries.

Scott Brunini joins as Vice President, Middle Market Banking, where he will focus on expanding relationships with companies across New England to deliver strategic financing supporting growth and long-term success. He brings broad commercial lending expertise, including SBA 504 financing, owner-occupied commercial real estate, lines of credit and equipment financing.

"Lisa and Scott are exceptional additions to our Commercial Banking team and reflect Salem Five's continued investment in growing our Middle Market business," said Robert Foley, Senior Vice President, Commercial Banking Regional Manager, at Salem Five. "Their experience and specialized expertise enhance our ability to provide tailored financial solutions while building strong, long-term relationships with the organizations and businesses we serve."

Pattinson brings more than 15 years of commercial banking experience, specializing in nonprofit institutions across the education, healthcare, human services and arts sectors, while also serving clients in a variety of commercial industries.

Brunini brings nearly a decade of commercial banking experience with a strong background in commercial lending, credit and risk management, helping businesses secure financing that supports long-term growth.

These additions further strengthen Salem Five's commercial banking capabilities and underscore the bank's commitment to helping businesses and nonprofit organizations achieve their goals.

About Salem Five Insurance and Salem Five Bancorp

Salem Five Insurance is a subsidiary of Salem Five Bancorp, which is also the holding company of Salem Five (www.salemfive.com), a mutual bank founded in 1855. Whatever the need and whatever the goal, Salem Five’s banking, investment and insurance professionals have the expertise to move customers forward. Salem Five has $8 billion in assets and 33 retail branches in Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk and Suffolk counties. Divisions include Salem Five Mortgage Company, one of the largest mortgage lenders headquartered in New England; Salem Five Wealth Management & Trust, offering fiduciary wealth management services; and Salem Five Insurance Services , which provides personal and commercial insurance. Salem Five deposits are insured through the FDIC. Salem Five Mortgage Company’s NMLS # is 4662. Equal Housing Lender. Securities are offered through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPC. Life insurance products are offered through LPL Financial or its licensed affiliates. Insurance and investment products are not FDIC insured, not bank guaranteed, may lose value, not a deposit, and not insured by any federal government agency.

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