Mechanics Cooperative Bank
Joseph Baptista Jr has had a successful career in the banking industry. Joseph began working as a Bank Examiner for the FDIC in 1991, where they gained valuable experience in assessing the financial health and compliance of banks. In 1996, Joseph joined Mechanics Cooperative Bank as President, taking on a leadership role in the organization. Joseph has continued to serve in this position, successfully managing the bank's operations and ensuring its continued growth.
Joseph Baptista Jr began their education at Bishop Stang High School from 1983 to 1987. Joseph then pursued a Bachelor of Science in Accounting at Western New England University from 1987 to 1991. After that, they continued their education by obtaining an MBA with a specialization in Finance from Bryant University, attending from 1997 to 2005.
Mechanics Cooperative Bank
Mechanics Cooperative Bank is proud to be a local community bank, focused on supporting the banking needs of local families and local small businesses. We have products and services that can match any financial institution and offer a more in-depth understanding of the local business market. We’re responsive to your unique business needs and can react quickly to growth opportunities. Our philosophy is simple when it comes to serving our business customers – when your business succeeds, we succeed. Mechanics Cooperative Bank continues to grow stronger and more successful financially, with total assets of $420,000,000. Two mergers have helped the Bank grow to this level by expanding its existing customer base and branch network footprint from 3 locations to 8 locations throughout Southeastern MA. The first came in 2007 merging with Bridgewater Cooperative Bank, Bridgewater, MA, and the second came in 2008 merging with Lafayette Federal Savings Bank, Fall River, MA. We currently operatate 8 branch locations throughout Taunton, Fall River, Westport, Swansea, Somerset, Dighton and Bridgewater. Member FDIC. Member DIF. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS #421820