Jennifer Watson of Marion has been named regional lending manager at Bank of Canton, 6 County Road, Mattapoisett. She brings years of experience in the mortgage industry.

“I’ve spent more than 30 years making home ownership possible for all types of borrowers, from the first time homebuyer, people financing high-end properties, to those buyers purchasing vacation homes and investment properties,” Watson said.

Watson was previously employed by New England Mortgage Professionals. She was named “Affiliate of the Year” in 2010 by the Greater New Bedford Association of Realtors, where she serves on both the programs committee and finance committee. She can be reached at 508-274-2380 or jwatson@thebankofcanton.com.