NEWBURYPORT – John Burcke, President and Chief Lending Officer of Newburyport Bank is pleased to welcome Mary Beth Parker to Newburyport Bank as Senior Vice President, Senior Lending Officer.
In this key leadership role, Mary Beth will manage the Bank’s Commercial Lending function, directing a team of 10 relationship managers and five portfolio managers responsible for a commercial loan portfolio totaling approximately $900 million. She will oversee all commercial lending activities, including credit and collections, while working in alignment with the Bank’s strategic plan and annual budget goals to achieve thoughtful portfolio growth and risk management.
With three decades of experience in commercial banking and lending, Mary Beth’s depth of expertise in credit strategy, team leadership, and relationship management positions her as a strong asset to the Bank’s continued growth across its Massachusetts and New Hampshire footprint.
“We are thrilled to welcome Mary Beth to Newburyport Bank,” said John Burcke. “She brings a remarkable combination of leadership, lending acumen, and a community-first approach. As we continue to execute on our strategic vision, Mary Beth will be instrumental in driving performance and strengthening the commercial relationships that are so vital to the communities we serve.”
Mary Beth holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Communications from Boston College and an MBA from Babson College. She resides in Bolton, MA with her husband Ken, and enjoys spending time with their children Caitlin and Colin, daughter-in-law Natalie, and grandson Gus. The family is rounded out by their black lab Liberty and a toy goldendoodle named Siena.
“I’m excited to join Newburyport Bank at such a dynamic time in its growth journey,” said Mary Beth. “This is a bank that truly values relationships—with its customers, its employees, and its communities. I look forward to working alongside this talented team to continue building on that strong foundation and helping our customers thrive.” ♦
