River Run Bancorp, MHC, the mutual holding company for Newburyport Bank, Rollstone Bank and Pentucket Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Kit Lawson to Assistant Vice President, Operations Officer from Senior Operations Officer. With over 11 years of experience in banking operations, Kit brings exceptional technical knowledge, accuracy, and a steadfast commitment to process improvement and fraud prevention in her new role.
As AVP, Operations Officer, Kit is responsible for overseeing daily deposit operations, including payment processing for ACH and checks, fraud monitoring and resolution, and support for wires, ATMs, debit cards, and other exception payment processing. She plays a critical role in ensuring secure, compliant, and efficient transactions across the Bank’s operational systems.
“Kit has proven time and again that she is a key contributor to the strength and reliability of our operations team, her expertise, professionalism, and attention to detail make her a perfect fit for this leadership role,” says Keri Sullivan, Director of Bank Operations for River Run.
Kit is based in the Operations Center on Storey Avenue and resides in Byfield, MA, with her husband Graham. They have two daughters, Katelyn and Alyssa. She holds two respected industry accreditations: AAP (Accredited ACH Professional) from NACHA (2022), and NCP (National Check Professional) from ECCHO (2023). Outside of the office, Kit loves to bake, a fitting hobby for someone who already has the perfect recipe for operational success!
RIVER RUN
River Run Bancorp, MHC is redefining the future of community banking by preserving the mutual banking model while empowering its affiliated banks to maintain their independent brands and deep local commitments. Established in 2023, River Run provides strategic support and shared resources to Newburyport Bank and Pentucket Bank, ensuring they can continue to serve their customers and communities with strength, stability, and a personal touch. Alongside River Run Services, LLC, we are dedicated to sustaining community banking for generations to come.