Elmwood Park-based Spencer Savings Bank has promoted Dana Berlin to Senior Vice President and Director of Commercial Real Estate Lending. In her new role, Berlin will oversee the bank’s Commercial Real Estate division, focusing on expanding the lending portfolio, ensuring credit quality and fostering long-term client relationships.
With over 21 years of commercial lending experience, Berlin has built a strong history of success in the industry. She joined the bank in 2011 as a commercial real estate underwriter and most recently served as vice president and commercial real estate loan officer.
“Dana has consistently demonstrated success at Spencer. Her extensive experience, insight and expertise in commercial real estate and business development are highly valued by our team,” said Michael Claisse, Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer. “Her promotion is a testament to her contributions in driving our company’s growth and success. We are incredibly proud of Dana and look forward to supporting her ongoing achievements.”
Berlin holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. She resides with her family in Passaic County and tremendously enjoys mentoring women in business, finance and the real estate industry. She is also a volunteer and speaker for Olami and regularly participates in industry speaking engagements and panel opportunities.
