The Lincoln Bancorp and Lincoln Savings Bank board of directors announced Monday the appointment of Sean Willett as Lincoln Savings Bank’s new CEO, effective Dec. 29.

Willett is a banking executive with more than 25 years of experience in traditional core banking and emerging fintech models, according to a news release.

He most recently served as chief administrative officer at Five Star Bank, a $6.1 billion institution in western New York. Lincoln Savings Bank’s metro and rural customer demographics closely resemble those of Willett’s current clientele, the release said.

Emily Girsch, who has served as interim CEO since Erik Skovgard resigned from the position in June, will return to her previous role as chief financial officer.

Willett was appointed following a national search led by executive recruiting firm Travillian and selection process by the board of directors, the release said.

Willett and his family will relocate to the Cedar Valley.