MountainOne Bank is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Carpenter as Vice President, Commercial Lending Officer, working from the Bank’s Rockland location and serving the Greater Boston area.
In this role, Carpenter leads business development efforts and oversees a portfolio of commercial relationships across the region. His responsibilities include loan origination, deposit growth, and portfolio management, with a focus on delivering financing solutions that support business expansion and community growth.
Carpenter joins MountainOne Bank with nearly a decade of experience in commercial banking, most recently as a Relationship Manager with South Shore Bank and previously as Vice President, Portfolio Manager with Eastern Bank.
Carpenter earned a Bachelor of Arts in Finance from Bentley University and is currently pursuing a Certificate in Commercial Real Estate from Boston University. He also participated in the MassBankers New England Leadership Development Program. In 2024, he was recognized by the New England Real Estate Journal in its “Ones to Watch – Rising Stars” spotlight.
Originally from the Berkshires, Carpenter now resides in South Boston with his wife, Caroline. His deep-rooted connections, established relationships, and knowledge of the region and its economic landscape uniquely position Carpenter to support MountainOne customers across both eastern and western Massachusetts.
Carpenter co-chairs the Friends Council of the Boys and Girls Club of Boston; is a Finance Committee member of the South Shore YMCA and chair of its Golf Classic; and sits on the Young Professionals Board of Rodman for Kids. In his spare time, he enjoys basketball, golf, running, motocross, snowmobiling, traveling, and volunteering.
“Kevin brings a blend of strategic insight, relationship-driven leadership, and regional knowledge to our commercial lending team,” said Richard Kelly, Senior Vice President, Senior Commercial Risk Officer with MountainOne. “His ability to connect with customers in both the Berkshires and the Greater Boston area will be a tremendous asset as we continue to grow and serve our communities.”
“I’m excited to join MountainOne and be part of a growing, relationship-driven team,” said Carpenter. “With a strong presence in both eastern and western Massachusetts, I can serve clients across the state and deliver real value in the communities I know best.”
About MountainOne Bank
Founded in 1848 and headquartered at 93 Main Street in North Adams, MountainOne Bank (mountainone.com) offers deposit and lending products and services for individuals and businesses. Full-service offices are located in the Berkshires (North Adams, Pittsfield, Williamstown) and Boston’s South Shore (Rockland, Quincy, Scituate). Member FDIC, Member DIF, Equal Housing Lender.