Co-op Bank Holds Annual Meeting, Elects Johnston to Board

Pittsfield Cooperative Bank (Co-op Bank) held its annual meeting on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, highlighting a year of financial strength and community commitment, and welcomed a respected new member to its Board of Directors.

During the meeting, members unanimously elected Linda Johnston, a veteran human resources executive with over 35 years of banking experience at Berkshire Bank, to the Board. Johnston brings extensive leadership expertise in talent development, workforce strategy, and organizational growth—making her a valuable addition to the Co-op’s community-focused mission.

President and CEO Michael P. Daly reported that Co-op Bank continues to stand on exceptionally strong financial footing. “We are proud to report that the Co-op holds the best capital ratio in the Berkshires and ranks among the strongest in Massachusetts,” said Daly. “This performance reflects our commitment to conservative financial management, smart growth, and serving our customers with integrity.”  Daly also noted a growing sense of energy and enthusiasm surrounding the Bank, both within the organization and in the broader community.

As Co-op Bank looks ahead, its leadership remains focused on delivering innovative, personal, and community-driven banking across the Berkshires.
 

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About Pittsfield Cooperative Bank:

Incorporated in 1889, Pittsfield Cooperative Bank (Co-op Bank) is a community-focused financial institution dedicated to providing personalized banking solutions to individuals and businesses. As an independent, full-service community bank with a commitment to local decision-making, it has a deep history of supporting residents, regional businesses, arts and cultural venues, and not-for-profit organizations through its products, services, sponsorships, donations, and volunteer initiatives. Pittsfield Cooperative Bank has branch offices and ATMs in Pittsfield, Dalton, Great Barrington, and Hinsdale. In 2022, Co-op Bank was named one of the 50 Fastest Growing Commercial Lenders in Massachusetts and the top bank headquartered in the Berkshires by Banker & Tradesman. Member FDIC. Member DIF. Equal Opportunity Lender.