2 weeks Ago
Watson PITTSFIELD — Pittsfield Cooperative Bank has promoted Sierra King Watson to vice president, commercial lending, and Lisa M. Lawler to vice president, senior credit officer. In her new commercial role, Watson will spearhead efforts to support local businesses, delivering tailored business banking and lending solutions to help foster growth and strengthen the regional economy.
Watson has built a strong reputation for her personalized approach to commercial lending, working closely with business owners to understand their unique goals and challenges. Her knowledge of commercial finance and real estate, combined with her commitment to community-focused banking, has made her an invaluable asset to both the bank and the businesses it serves. With 15 years of banking and lending experience, Watson has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and expertise in structuring financing packages to support a wide range of business needs — from real estate and equipment loans to lines of credit and business expansion funding.
In her new position, Watson will continue to develop and expand the bank’s commercial lending portfolio, ensuring local businesses have access to the financial tools they need to thrive. She will also play a key role in shaping new lending initiatives and enhancing processes at Pittsfield Cooperative Bank. A Berkshire county native, she has been actively involved in various community organizations including the Southern Berkshire Chamber board of directors, where she is serving her second year as president.
Lawler In her new role as vice president, senior credit officer, 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 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. She 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.
A Berkshire County native, Lawler also has worked for MountainOne Bank and TD Bank..
