Anne Tangen

Anne P. Tangen joined BankFive in 2020 and has become a leading voice in shaping the future of community banking. In addition to driving BankFive’s strategic investments in technology, infrastructure, and employee development, Anne plays an active role on influential boards and advisory councils that guide policy and advocate for community banks nationwide. She serves on the American Bankers Association Board of Directors, is Chair of the Massachusetts Bankers Association Board of Directors, and represents District 1 on the Federal Reserve's Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council (CDIAC).

Anne’s career spans more than two decades in financial services, where she has consistently demonstrated vision and leadership. She began at Fidelity Investments, spending 14 years in various leadership roles before joining State Street, where she launched a new wealth management business. As Executive Vice President, Anne had responsibility for the global wealth management division, helping generate $90MM in annual revenues supporting $150B in assets. Before joining BankFive, she served on the board for BayCoast Bank and as Chief Operating Officer at The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod.

A graduate of the University of Vermont with a BA in Economics, Anne is deeply committed to community engagement. She founded the Alden Pettengill Foundation and serves on the boards of Argosy Collegiate Charter School, the SouthCoast Community Foundation, the Southcoast Health President’s Council, and the Savings Banks Employees Retirement Association (SBERA). Her leadership extends beyond banking, reflecting her dedication to education, health, and philanthropy.

Anne’s contributions to the industry have earned her numerous honors, including the Massachusetts Bankers Association Lifetime Achievement Award and the Northeast Women of Banking Award. Under her leadership, BankFive has been recognized among The Women’s Edge “Top 100 Women-Led Businesses” and The Boston Business Journal’s “Top Charitable Contributors.” She is frequently featured in leading publications such as the Boston Business Journal, Banker & Tradesman, American Bankers Association, Bank Director, and Bloomberg Radio Boston, and regularly speaks at industry conferences, including the New England Bankers Annual Conference, Future Branches, and Bank Director.

Founded in 1855, BankFive was created to make banking services accessible to the community. Today, with $1.8B in assets and 17 locations, BankFive remains committed to delivering outstanding products and services to individuals, families, and businesses. Customers consistently give five-star reviews, attesting to the bank’s approachability and exceptional service.