Connecticut Community Bank recently announced the promotion of Joseph Kirk to chief lending officer, senior vice president, and David Moore to director of small business and
government-guaranteed lending, senior vice president.
Kirk is a 35-year veteran of the financial services industry. In his new role he will direct Connecticut Community Bank’s overall lending operations, develop and implement all strategic loan initiatives, manage the growth of the loan portfolio and direct the commercial lending team.
“Joe’s presence will serve as a catalyst for our continued growth in our communities and deepens Connecticut Community Bank’s investment and commitment in our Fairfield County footprint,” said David Tralka, president and CEO.
Kirk began his career at Connecticut Community Bank in 2016 as senior vice president/senior credit officer. Previously, he held executive positions at iSTAR INC, Falcon Financial Investment Trust, and Webster Bank.
Kirk holds an MBA in finance from the University of Connecticut and is a graduate of the Eastern Connecticut State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration.
Moore has been with Connecticut Community Bank for more than 20 years. He is the director of small business and government-guaranteed lending.
“Dave has a proven track record in the SBA community and we are very pleased to have someone with his broad experience and knowledge leading our small-business lending efforts,” said Tralka.
Moore has deep roots to the community having begun his time at Connecticut Community Bank managing its Riverside Branch in his hometown of Greenwich. He is a Past President of the Greenwich Lions Club and served with the Connecticut Army National Guard in field artillery. He is a graduate of Western Connecticut State University with an MA in English with a concentration in writing.
Connecticut Community Bank, N.A. is a nationally chartered bank with deposits that are FDIC insured. Its main office is at 605 W Ave., and it operates six divisions in Connecticut – Westport National Bank, Greenwich Bank & Trust, Darien Bank &Trust, Norwalk Bank & Trust, Stamford Bank & Trust and InsurBanc.
