Rickards joins Salem Five’s Board of Trustees

Salem, MA According to Salem Five Bancorp, J. Scott Rickards has been named to its Board of Trustees. Rickards brings more than 30 years of commercial real estate and management experience to the board, having overseen some of Boston’s most prominent office assets.

Currently a vice president of property management at Lincoln Property Company and member and past president of BOMA Boston, Rickards is responsible for a multi-million s/f real estate portfolio in downtown Boston and Cambridge. His deep knowledge of the local real estate market and strategic asset management makes him a valuable advisor for the Bank’s continued expansion in the region.

“Scott has spent over three decades helping shape the commercial fabric of our region, and we are fortunate to bring that depth of experience to our Board,” said Ping Yin Chai, president and CEO of Salem Five Bancorp. “His understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Boston’s business owners will help ensure Salem Five remains the premier choice for relationship-driven commercial banking.”

Rickards earned his bachelor’s degree from Colby College. Prior to Lincoln Property Company, he held leadership roles at Beacon Management Company and Equity Office Properties overseeing some of Boston’s premier real estate assets including Rowe’s Wharf, One Post Office Sq., 60 State St., and 225 Franklin St.