Commercial Lending Team
Dedicated to your business's success, Thomaston Savings Bank's Commercial Lending Team takes the time to understand your unique goals and challenges. We leverage 150 years of experience in providing stable and innovative financial solutions to help businesses like yours thrive. From securing financing to offering expert guidance, we're your trusted partner throughout the lending journey. Whether you're a startup, an established enterprise, or somewhere in between, our team is here to provide the resources and expertise needed to position your business for success.
Meet Your Partners in Business Success
Jay Murdick
SVP, Chief Loan Officer
Jay came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2010. As Chief Loan Officer, Jay lends throughout the Bank’s entire territory. Jay is committed to his clients and enjoys working as a team to deliver outstanding service. Through a team approach, Jay ensures he is able to meet the variety of needs and goals presented by each borrower.
Anthony Mattioli
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
Anthony came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2015. As a Senior Commercial Loan Officer, Anthony serves the Bristol area and the surrounding communities. He enjoys working for an institution that is well respected in its communities by the clients and appreciate the community impact the Bank has. Anthony is Finance Committee member of the Boys and Girls Club Family Center of Bristol and the Main Street Community Foundation.
Mark Graveline
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
Mark came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2013. As a Senior Commercial Loan Officer he serves the Greater Waterbury area. Mark enjoys finding creative solutions when structuring transactions to meet the needs of his borrowers. Mark is very active in his community serving as a Board Member for Easter Seals of Greater Waterbury, the President and Board Chairman for the Waterbury Housing fund, and as a Board Member for the Exchange Club of Waterbury.
James Forker
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
James came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2018. As a Senior Commercial Loan Officer, James serves the Bristol, Plainville, Southington, Cheshire, Farmington, Wolcott, and Thomaston areas. He appreciates opportunities to meet business owners in the area and enjoys interacting with them to understand their unique business needs and goals. James is the President for the Plymouth Community Food Pantry and a Central Connecticut Chamber of Commerce Board Member.
Trish Tomlinson
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
Trish came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2019. As a Senior Commercial Loan Officer Trish serves the Bank’s entire lending territory. Patricia is excited to provide creative solutions to help companies and businesses grow in their communities. Patricia serves as the Board Chairman for the United Way of West Central Connecticut.
Melissa Erdtmann
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
Melissa came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2011. As a Senior Commercial Loan Officer, Melissa serves the Middlebury and Watertown areas. She enjoys developing full banking relationships with her borrowers while getting to know and understand their individual needs and goals. Melissa is the Treasurer for the Town of Roxbury Recreation Commission and a member of the Smaller Manufacturers Association of Connecticut.
Jeff Taylor
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
Jeff came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2024 with over 20 years of experience. As a Senior Commercial Loan Officer, Jeff is dedicated to serving clients throughout the Bank's entire lending area. In addition to serving in the Connecticut Air National Guard for nine years, Jeff has sat on the Board of Directors for the Connecticut Main Street Center.
Lee Fernandez
VP, Senior Commercial Loan Officer
Lee came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2025 with over 22 years of banking experience. As a Senior Commercial Loan Officer, he is dedicated to serving clients throughout the Bank’s lending area. In his free time, Lee currently volunteers as the coach for Pomperaug Youth Football.
Charlie McCormick
VP, Commerical Loan Officer
Charlie came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2016. As a Commercial Loan Officer he lends throughout all of the Bank’s service areas. As a representative of the Bank, Charlie loves seeing the impact he can make on the communities he serves. Charlie is a member of the United Way Campaign Team and a Board Member for the Hop Brook Tennis Club.
Antonio Ponte Jr.
AVP, Business Lender
Antonio came to Thomaston Savings Bank in 2015. As a Business Lender, Antonio serves clients throughout the Bank’s entire footprint. He enjoys the interaction he gets from helping his clients accomplish their business goals. Antonio is also a Board member for UNICO of Torrington, the Northwest Connecticut Chamber of Commerce, the United Way of Northwest Connecticut, and is a member of the Rotary Club of Torrington.
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