Who We Are

Melissa Perez

VP, Commercial Loan Underwriter

Melissa Perez, Underwriter, brings a diverse background to the team. Born and raised in Western Massachusetts, Melissa attended a local community college where she earned her Associates degree in Accounting. From there, she attended Western New England University, graduating in 2005 with her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Melissa accomplished all of this while working fulltime as a Shift Manager for Burger King.

After graduating, Melissa began working as a temp at Oxford Foods, former manufacturer for Cains pickles, as the Accounts Payable Clerk. Melissa was given an opportunity to become an employee of the company when she was involved in a serious car accident. While recovering, Melissa decided to work on her Master’s degree online through American InterContinental University. Once Melissa was cleared to go back to work, she went back to working as a Shift Manager for Burger King which allowed her the flexibility needed to continue working on her Master’s degree.

In June 2006, Melissa was hired as a part time Accounting Associate for a local credit union, Arrha Credit Union f/k/a STCU Credit Union. About four months later, Melissa became a fulltime employee as she was close to completing her Master’s degree in Accounting, graduating in December 2006. After two years, Melissa began working for Florence Bank as a Credit Analyst and eventually became a Senior Credit Analyst. Melissa continued working at Florence Bank for thirteen years before joining Morrissey Metcalfe and Associates, LLC.

Melissa is a proud mother to her daughter, Kylie, and her son, Gabriel and is also a proud military wife to her husband of five years (together nine years), Ray Perez. In between working, bringing Kylie to her many dance classes and Gabriel to preschool, and everything else that needs to be done to maintain a household, Melissa enjoys reading, knitting, hiking, and spending time with her family.