Chair of the Board, Chief Executive Officer
nchrist@baycoastbank.com

Nicholas M. Christ stands at the helm of BayCoast Bank as its esteemed Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, overseeing the respected community savings bank dedicated to serving the South Coast of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

With a robust network of 25+ branch locations spanning the region, BayCoast Bank offers a comprehensive Family of Financial Solutions to consumers and businesses, which includes banking, lending, insurance, and wealth management.

Nick brings an impressive 45 years of financial industry experience to his leadership role. His journey at BayCoast Bank encompasses numerous executive-level positions, ultimately culminating in his current role as Chair of the Board and CEO.

Before his tenure at BayCoast, he contributed his knowledge and expertise to the Dedham Institution for Savings and the Boston, Massachusetts office of Wolf and Company. He built his academic foundation with a Bachelor’s degree from Boston College, followed by an MBA from Babson College.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Nick is deeply woven into the fabric of the local community.  He fervently advocates for local schools and encourages the business community to play an active role in shaping the education of our students.  Additionally, he actively engages with nonprofit organizations throughout the Fall River and New Bedford areas, leaving a lasting impact.

His board leadership extends across several regional and faith-based organizations including Bristol Community College Foundation Board of Directors, The Catholic Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts, Diocese of Fall River School Board, Durfee Hilltopper Athletic Foundation, and The Foundation to Advance Catholic Education (FACE). In addition, he contributes his expertise as a member of the Fall River Historical Society Steering Committee, and the Diocese of Fall River Lumen Christi Cathedral Gala Committee.

Nick’s strong history of community engagement is distinguished by service to more than 70 local organizations and nonprofits, a testament to his enduring dedication to the region. His previous contributions have included serving as an Advisory Board Member and Mentor for the SouthCoast Mentoring Initiative for Learning, Education & Service (SMILES). He also held board positions with Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education (MBAE), SouthCoast Community Foundation, One SouthCoast Chamber, Charlton College of Business Advisory Board, and the Kaput Center at UMass Dartmouth. Nick provided impactful leadership to the United Way of Greater Fall River, where he served both as Board Member and Chairman, in addition to playing key roles in numerous other civic and philanthropic initiatives throughout his respected career. In essence, Nicholas M. Christ exemplifies principled and forward‑thinking leadership, consistently applying his broad expertise and steadfast dedication to advance both the financial sector and the communities entrusted to his service. His work reflects a deep commitment to strengthening institutions, empowering individuals, and fostering lasting, positive impact