Cambridge, MA, … East Cambridge Savings Bank’s Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the election of Thomas G. Burke as Vice President, Commercial Lending. Burke recently joined the Bank as the newest member of its Business Development Team. He is responsible for cultivating new lending opportunities that can be developed into strategic relationships.

“We are pleased to have Tom join our Banking Team. His connections with the businesses and his long history of participating in community organizations in Medford will be an asset to the Bank as we expand into Medford,” said Arthur C. Spears, president and chief executive officer of East Cambridge Savings Bank.

With an extensive background in the banking industry, Burke has a solid foundation in facilitating the financial needs of businesses, non-profits and individuals. He previously served as Vice President for Medford Savings Bank, Senior Vice President for Medford Co-operative Bank, and most recently as Vice President for Brookline Bank. He is a Corporator of Hallmark Health Care, member of Tri-City Mental Health Real Estate Committee and Past President and current Director of the Medford Rotary Club. He lives in Stoneham with his wife and sons.