Gloucester, MA, September 9, 2024 – Cape Ann Savings Bank is pleased to announce Starry Poe has joined Cape Ann Savings Bank as VP, Chief Human Resources Officer. Starry brings over thirty years of Banking and Human Resources experience to the position.

Starting her career in retail banking, Starry gained experience in every position within a bank branch from teller to branch manager, before transitioning to Human Resources. Most recently Starry held the position of VP, Director of Human Resources at Webster First Federal Credit Union. In the Human Resources role, Starry is most proud of truly making a difference with employees with her daily interactions. Looking through the lens of the employee prior to making recommendations or decisions is key and as Starry says, “Human comes before the Resources.” When asked about joining the Cape Ann Savings Bank team Starry states, “I am elated for the opportunity to work alongside Marianne and team, the camaraderie since stepping foot in the door has shown me a glimpse of the culture and what’s to come – I am truly looking forward to my journey!”

President Marianne Smith stated, “we are very fortunate to have Starry join the Senior Management Team of the Cape Ann Savings Bank, individuals with her caliber of experience in both banking and human resources don’t come along often. The energy and enthusiasm that Starry brings to this newly created position is contagious, I look forward to seeing it blossom throughout the organization.“

A resident of Saugus, Starry has been involved in several North Shore non-profit organizations having served on various boards and committees such as Operations Bootstrap, Lynn, Visiting Nurses and Community Health in Arlington, West Medford Community Center, Medford, and Building Bridges through Music, Lynn. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, followed by earning her MBA at the New England College of Business and Finance, Cambridge College in Boston, MA. Starry holds a certification as an FDIC Facilitator and received an award by Wells Fargo of “Business Banker of the Year,” a designation she earned during her retail years. When Starry is not at the office, one may find her immersed in her passion for home décor and organizing, singing, or simply watching a good movie.

About Cape Ann Savings Bank

Cape Ann Savings Bank has been a pillar of Cape Ann since 1846. With locations in Gloucester, Manchester-by-the-Sea, and Rockport, MA, Cape Ann Savings Bank offers competitive products, services, and state of the art digital solutions to meet all your banking needs.