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For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (October 3, 2024) – Brookline Bank announced that Kelly Bressette has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Director of Operations for Brookline Bancorp. Prior to her appointment, Ms. Bressette served as Director of Loan Operations. In her new role, Bressette oversees the Bank’s Loan and Deposit Operations and Consumer Underwriting and Processing, reporting directly to Brookline Bancorp Co-President and Chief Operating Officer Michael McCurdy. Commenting on Bressette’s appointment, McCurdy

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (September 24, 2024) – Brookline Bank announced today that Betty L. McCallion has been named Manager of the Bank’s office at 902 Highland Avenue in Needham. McCallion brings over 25 years of experience in the banking industry, previously serving in similar roles at branches of other local banks in Greater Boston. In her new role at Brookline Bank, she is responsible for managing the branch’s operations, leading her Needham

BOSTON, July 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookline Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: BRKL) (the “Company”) today announced net income of $16.4 million, or $0.18 per basic and diluted share, and operating earnings after tax (non-GAAP) of $17.0 million, or $0.19 per basic and diluted share, for the second quarter of 2024, compared to net income and operating earnings after tax (non-GAAP) of $14.7 million, or $0.16 per basic and diluted share, for the first quarter of 2024, and net income of

Former owner of Commonwealth Foreign Exchange has 25+ years of experience in Foreign Exchange trading For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (July 16, 2024) – Expanding its commercial banking foreign exchange (FX) capability, Brookline Bancorp has hired John Kirkwood as Director of its Commercial Markets Payments Group. John is a longtime financial professional who has joined Brookline Bancorp to enhance the company’s international payments services. John comes to Brookline Bank with more than 25 years

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA, May 6, 2024 – Brookline Bank announced today that SVP & CRA Officer Jane Adler, SVP & Director of Corporate Credit Policy Maureen McCarthy, and VP & Senior Credit Officer Monica Paez will participate as mentors in the upcoming Risk Management Association (RMA) New England Chapter Women’s Affinity Group mentoring and networking event. In the style of speed networking, they will mentor and coach other women from across the

BOSTON, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookline Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: BRKL) (the “Company”) today announced net income of $14.7 million, or $0.16 per basic and diluted share, for the first quarter of 2024, compared to net income of $22.9 million, or $0.26 per basic and diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2023, and net income of $7.6 million, or $0.09 per basic and diluted share, for the first quarter of 2023.

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (April 9, 2024) – Brookline Bank announced today that John K. Ferguson has joined the Bank as Senior Vice President, Team Leader of the Bank’s Mortgage Banking origination group. As the mortgage team leader, he will be responsible for overseeing the Bank’s mortgage lenders and growing the Bank’s residential lending portfolio, through expanding the Bank’s strategic relationships and direct community outreach. Mr. Ferguson brings a wide range of skills

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (March 12, 2024) – Brookline Bank announced today that Tina Caruso, Branch Manager at Brookline Bank’s Medford Square office, was presented with a Community Champion Award at the Bank’s Retail Recognition Celebration, Tuesday, March 5th in Waltham. A resident of Somerville, Massachusetts, Caruso was recognized for supporting multiple community efforts, particularly those focused on financial literacy training in local schools. She is an Executive Board Member for the Medford

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (March 12, 2024) – Brookline Bank announced today that Business Banking Officer Andy Beepath, based out of the Bank’s West Roxbury office, was presented with a Community Champion Award at the Bank’s Retail Recognition Celebration, Tuesday, March 5th in Waltham. A resident of Roslindale, Massachusetts, Beepath was recognized for his efforts as an active member of LBFE Boston (Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly), a volunteer group connecting

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (March 7, 2024) – Brookline Bank announced today that it is the official corporate sponsor of “Celebrating 50 Years of Lyric Stage” – a year-long celebration of The Lyric Stage Company of Boston – the City’s longest-serving resident theater company. Over their 50 years, Lyric Stage has produced more than 300 shows – with Boston talent for Boston audiences. Founded in 1974 and in residence at 140 Clarendon Street

BOSTON, Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookline Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: BRKL) (the “Company”) today announced net income of $22.9 million, or $0.26 per basic and diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to $22.7 million, or $0.26 per basic and diluted share, for the third quarter of 2023, and $29.7 million, or $0.39 per basic and diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2022.

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (January 4, 2024) – Brookline Bank announced today that its President and CEO Darryl Fess has been elected to the Board of Directors of the New England Council. The Council’s Board of Directors includes senior leaders from the most prominent businesses and organizations, representing all six New England states and every sector of the region’s economy. “It is an honor to join the Board of Directors of the Council,

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA, December 19, 2023 – Brookline Bank announced today that 2,850 toys have been collected for Marine Toys for Tots across its 29 banking offices in the Greater Boston area. “We really appreciate the kindness of our clients, staff, and local communities in helping to make this toy drive a huge success,” said Darryl Fess, President and CEO of Brookline Bank. “These toys will brighten the holidays for many underprivileged

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (December 14, 2023) – Brookline Bank announced today that Peter F. Smith has joined the Bank as a Senior Vice President in Brookline’s Commercial (C&I) Banking Group. With over 30 years in commercial banking, Mr. Smith brings expertise in delivering a wide range of financial products to the upper and lower middle markets in New England. Mr. Smith most recently held senior positions at Citibank and City National Bank,

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (November 6, 2023) – Brookline Bank announced today that it is once again teaming up with Marine Toys for Tots this holiday season. The public is invited to donate new unwrapped toys at any Brookline Bank location during regular business hours. The campaign will run from Monday, November 6th through Friday, December 8th. “We are delighted to offer our banking offices as drop-sites for the Marine Toys for Tots,”

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (October 26, 2023) – Brookline Bank recently organized a school backpack distribution program through a collaboration with South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC) for children of newly arrived families from Haiti and Venezuela. SMOC is a local human services agency that is coordinating housing and other services for families who have recently arrived from Haiti and Venezuela and are currently living in Metrowest hotels. 100 backpacks, generously supplied by Winbrook,

BOSTON, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookline Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: BRKL) (the “Company”) today announced net income of $22.7 million, or $0.26 per basic and diluted share, for the third quarter of 2023, compared to net income of $21.9 million, or $0.25 per basic and diluted share, for the second quarter of 2023, and net income of $30.1 million, or $0.39 per basic and diluted share, for the third quarter of 2022.

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (October 3, 2023) – Brookline Bank announced today that Farah Ali has been named Business Banking Officer serving Boston and its surrounding areas. Ms. Ali has more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, and a proven record of developing strong ties with her clients. She joined Brookline Bank in February, 2022 as Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager of the Newton Highlands Office. In her new

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (August 21, 2023) – Rodrigo Biajoli has been named as Manager of Brookline Bank’s Lexington banking office, where he previously held the position of Assistant Manager. Biajoli has nearly 20 years of experience in the banking industry and had been the Assistant Manager at Brookline Bank’s Lexington office for eight years. In his new role, Biajoli is responsible for overseeing operations of the Lexington office, leading team members, and

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (August 17, 2023) – Joseph Buckley has been named an Infinex Financial Advisor for Brookline Investment Services located at Brookline Bank’s office at 1793 Massachusetts Avenue in Lexington. Joe has extensive experience in helping clients prepare for their future financial goals. He joins Brookline Investment Services following 20 years at People’s Securities where he excelled in providing services such as financial planning, investments, and life insurance. “We are very

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (July 17, 2023) – Brookline Bank has launched its new online Learning Center, a financial literacy hub for people who want to learn the basics of banking and managing their finances. The Learning Center includes access to online educational modules and a broad set of personal and business financial calculators. Visitors to the site can access seven “playlists” with short and interactive modules, in both English and Spanish, that

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (June 29, 2023) – Ivette Mesmar, AVP and Manager of Brookline Bank’s Wellesley Hills office, has been recognized for her community efforts by the Lions Club International, and by the City of Marlborough where she resides. A native of Panama, Mesmar’s professional career began as a microbiologist. She eventually transitioned to the banking industry where her background in research helps her develop solutions for her banking customers. Throughout her life

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (June 8, 2023) – Brookline Bank announced today that Mary Creed, a Personal Banking Representative at the Bank’s West Roxbury office, will be retiring after 33 years. “Mary has had a long and successful career with Brookline Bank, holding many positions. She has a loyal following of customers, and I can’t emphasize enough how much we’ve appreciated her service throughout the years,” said Leslie Joannides-Burgos, EVP, Retail & Business

For Immediate Release Contact: Peter Roveto Brookline Bank 617-730-3500 BOSTON, MA (June 6, 2023) – Brookline Bank announced today that its President and CEO Darryl Fess has joined the Board of Directors of Boston Main Streets Foundation. The Foundation is a public-private partnership established by the City of Boston that has been the driving force in the revitalization of Boston’s neighborhood commercial districts. “I am honored to be part of Boston Main Streets Foundation, an organization that is vital to