Former Mayor Thomas M. Menino joins Blue Hills Bank Board of Directors

William M. Parent, president and CEO of Blue Hills Bank, announced today that Thomas M. Menino, the former mayor of the City of Boston, has agreed to join the bank’s board of directors.

Founded in 1871 in Hyde Park, Blue Hills Bank (formerly known as Hyde Park Savings Bank), is headquartered in the former mayor’s hometown and has been his personal bank for years.  “I have had a number of opportunities to join a variety of boards,” comments Menino. “Blue Hills Bank is my bank and a true community partner that has developed a proven track record of service and dedication to the people of Hyde Park and surrounding communities. I am excited to lend my knowledge and experience to this local company.”

“Tom Menino has been a progressive advocate for local communities for decades,” comments Parent. “As a member of the Blue Hills Bank board of directors, Tom brings a community-based voice and valuable insight to the company. We are thrilled by his decision to join the board and put his expertise to work as we continue to expand our footprint and service capabilities.” 

Blue Hills Bank has expanded its business model in recent years, introducing commercial and small business lending while at the same time significantly increasing the amount of residential mortgage loans made to local borrowers.   Blue Hills Bank recently acquired Nantucket Bank and announced a major sponsorship with LiveNation to name its waterfront venue the Blue Hills Bank Pavilion. With $1.5 billion in assets and plans to open two additional branches in Milton and Westwood, Blue Hills Bank is one of the fastest growing banks in Massachusetts.

Blue Hills Bank is a full service, community bank headquartered in Hyde Park, MA.  We provide consumer and commercial deposit and loan products to Massachusetts through our branch network and eCommerce channels.  Founded in 1871 as Hyde Park Savings Bank, the Bank has $1.5 billion in assets and is celebrating its 143rd year in business.