Leader Bank News

With total assets over $5 billion, strong liquidity, strong asset quality, and capital ratios well in excess of regulatory minimums, the Bank remains one of the top community banks in the Commonwealth and country. As of December 31, 2025, Leader Bank’s capital ratios exceeded the amount to be considered “well capitalized” by the FDIC. The Bank once again received a Five Star Rating from Bauer Financial, Inc., marking thirdteenth years of national recognition for our robust performance. The Bank has maintained a prudent and conservative lending culture which has been conducive to developing a high-quality, locally-based, and diversified loan portfolio. Risky or sub-prime lending has never been part of the Bank’s lending strategy.

Leader Bank is featured in the February 2026 issue of the Boston Business Journal. In the article, Leader Bank President Jay Tuli discusses the opening of three new Massachusetts branches and how market consolidation is creating opportunities for mid-sized competitors.

Leader Bank’s Client Services team has been named a Silver Stevie® Award winner in the Financial Services Client Services Department of the Year category for organizations with 100 or more team members in the 20th Annual Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service.

Leader Bank, N.A. is excited to announce plans to open three new full‑service branches across the Commonwealth in 2026. The new locations will be situated in Boston’s Seaport District at Commonwealth Pier, in Falmouth at 177 Main Street, and in Andover at 2 Elm Square.

Leader Bank, N.A. has been recognized as one of the best midsize companies to work for in Boston by Built In – the fourth year in a row the Bank has received the honor. In addition to Leader Bank, the annual list includes some of the biggest names in the technology space across the United States.

Leader Bank, N.A. has been named one of the top places to work in Massachusetts in 2025 as part of the 17th annual employee-based survey from The Boston Globe, ranking 24th among large companies which includes employers with between 250 and 999 employees.

Leader Bank, N.A. has been named one of the 2025 Top Workplaces for Remote Work by industry leader Monster as part of a survey conducted by Energage aimed at recognizing employers who prioritize creating a people-first remote work culture.

Leader Bank's Chairman and CEO Sushil Tuli will take to the mound at Fenway Park on Tuesday, July 8th to throw the ceremonial first pitch before the Red Sox take on the Colorado Rockies as part of the team's India Celebration night.

Leader Bank is proud to announce a partnership with DepositLink, the premier digital payment platform for the real estate industry. This strategic collaboration was made in tandem with the launch of Leader Bank's Real Estate Brokerage Banking team and deepens the Bank's commitment to providing real estate agents with tailored solutions for their businesses.

Leader Bank was proud to sponsor the 250th Patriots’ Day celebrations in Arlington, with events spanning the month of April to commemorate the town’s historic role in the American Revolution and culminating in a reenactment of the Battle of Menotomy on April 20th.

Leader Bank is proud to announce a partnership with The McCourt Foundation to support its mission to enhance the lives of those impacted by neurological diseases, support efforts to find a cure for neurological diseases, and empower communities to build a healthier world.

Leader Bank, N.A. has been recognized as part of Built In’s 2025 Best Places to Work in Boston Awards – the third year in a row the Bank has received the honor. In addition to Leader Bank, the annual list includes some of the biggest names in the technology space across the United States.

Leader Bank is proud to show its continued support for affordable housing in Arlington with a $20,000 donation to the Housing Corporation of Arlington. This contribution reflects Leader Bank’s long-term commitment to community development and the provision of essential services for families at risk of homelessness.