Mauch Chunk Trust Company announces the recent promotion of Heather Andujar to vice president, loan operations manager.

Andujar joined MCT in October 2023 as loan operations manager and was promoted to assistant vice president in January 2024.

In her new role as vice president, she will continue to oversee critical loan operations functions while helping drive operational efficiency, innovation and service excellence throughout the organization.

During her tenure with MCT, Andujar has demonstrated exceptional leadership, operational expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement. Under her guidance, the loan operations team has expanded with the addition of three new positions, strengthening the department’s ability to serve customers and support the bank’s continued growth.

Among her notable accomplishments, Andujar played a key role in the development of Mauch Chunk Trust Company’s One-Close Construction Mortgage, Low-to-Moderate Income Home Equity Loan and LMI Mortgage programs.

She has also been instrumental in the bank’s ongoing efforts to modernize and digitize loan department processes, enhancing both efficiency and the customer experience.

“Heather’s promotion reflects her dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence,” said Patrick H. Reilly, president and chief executive officer. “Her knowledge, vision and passion for improving processes have made a significant impact on our organization, and we look forward to her continued contributions in this leadership role.”

With more than 20 years of lending management experience, Andujar has earned numerous professional awards and accolades throughout her career.

She resides in Macungie, and enjoys exploring new cultures, foods and destinations in her free time.

“I appreciate working for a company that is community-driven, recognizes hard work, and embraces innovation, creativity and positive change,” Andujar said. “I enjoy creating processes that improve efficiency and developing new products that help our customers achieve their financial goals.”

Mauch Chunk Trust Company is a locally owned and managed independent community bank with its main office in Jim Thorpe. The bank operates six full-service community offices in Carbon and Schuylkill counties as well as a Wealth Management office in Jim Thorpe.

MCT was incorporated on Aug. 25, 1902, as the successor institution to the Second National Bank of Mauch Chunk established in 1864. For more information about MCT, visit www.mct.bank.