Bank of Canton Hires Mary Ann Lasek as Regional Lending Manager

May 19, 2010 – George DeMello, Senior Vice President of Residential Lending for Bank of Canton, is pleased to announce that Mary Ann Lasek has joined the Bank’s Auburn Mortgage Center as Regional Lending Manager. With over 25 years experience in the mortgage industry, Ms. Lasek’s primary duties include planning and originating mortgage loans and developing and maintaining successful relationships with contacts in the real estate industry.

“I joined Bank of Canton because of their outstanding reputation as a community-oriented bank that emphasizes customer service, and the solid business relationship they have established within the real estate community,” said Ms. Lasek. “I’m proud to be affiliated with such a talented group of professionals and look forward to helping our customers achieve the dream of home ownership.”

“Mary Ann brings a vast knowledge of the mortgage industry that will be a great asset to the Bank of Canton family,” said Mr. DeMello. “Her experience will pay dividends to both our staff and customers at the Auburn Mortgage Center, and we are very pleased to welcome her to our residential lending team.”

Prior to joining Bank of Canton, Mary Ann served as a Mortgage Advisor at PHH Mortgage Corporation, and a Senior Loan Officer at GMAC Mortgage and Sherwood Mortgage, all serving the Worcester County area.

Ms. Lasek is a graduate of St. Michael’s Business School in her hometown of Baltimore, Maryland. She resides in Shrewsbury with her husband Dino. Together they have six children and seven grandchildren with another one due in July. Mary Ann is an avid reader, cyclist, and enjoys spending free time with family and friends on Cape Cod.