Provident Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: PVBC), the holding company for BankProv, announced today the appointment of Kenneth Fisher as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of both the Company and the Bank. Mr. Fisher is a CPA and seasoned financial professional who brings over two decades of experience in finance, accounting and executive leadership to his new role.
BankProv — widely recognized in the commercial banking sector for its devotion to empowering local businesses and for its expertise in delivering innovative banking services — welcomes Mr. Fisher as a key addition to its executive team. In his capacity as CFO, Mr. Fisher will oversee our finance, treasury and investor relation functions, while supporting the Company’s strategic initiatives.
Prior to joining BankProv, Mr. Fisher most recently served as CFO at Bluejay Diagnostics, Inc., an early-stage medical diagnostics company. His previous roles include Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Treasurer at Meridian Bancorp, Inc. and its subsidiary, East Boston Savings Bank, among others. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the Isenberg School of Management at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and is a graduate of the New England School for Financial Studies.
Joe Reilly, CEO of BankProv, expressed his enthusiasm about Mr. Fisher joining the executive leadership team, stating, "We are delighted to announce Ken's appointment as CFO of BankProv. His extensive experience and proven track record in financial services make him an invaluable asset to our organization as we continue to innovate and grow."
In response to his appointment, Mr. Fisher remarked, "I am thrilled to join BankProv and be part of a team that is committed to driving innovation in the banking industry. I look forward to contributing to the continued success and growth of the company."