Bank of Canton Hires Brad Sullivan as Regional Lending Manager

July 2008- George DeMello, Senior Vice President of Residential Lending for Bank of Canton, is pleased to announce that Brad Sullivan has joined the Bank as Regional Lending Manager. Sullivan will be working from Bank of Canton's Quincy branch, located at 275 Quincy Avenue. With more than six years experience in the mortgage and banking industry, Sullivan previously served as Senior Loan Officer for First Mariner Bancorp, Senior Loan Officer at Summit Mortgage, and Mortgage Consultant at CNS Mortgage.

"In today's challenging mortgage banking environment, establishing and improving upon long-term client relationships requires a flexible lending platform backed by a well established local bank," says Sullivan. "Bank of Canton has championed this challenge by adapting to and fulfilling the unique needs of both first-time homebuyers and seasoned real estate investors throughout New England. I am excited about the great opportunity Bank of Canton has given me. I look forward to contributing to a growing institution that maintains the highest standard of customer service and close ties to the local community."

"We're excited that Brad has joined the Bank of Canton family," said DeMello. "His years of experience in the mortgage industry will make him a valuable asset to both our staff and our customers."

The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth graduate and Quincy resident holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. In his spare time he enjoys traveling, snowboarding and playing golf.