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Executive Team

Timothy L. Vaill
Chairman and CEO

As Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Boston Private, Tim has overall responsibility for establishing the mission and vision of the company, developing the strategy for implementation and its ultimate execution.  He reports to the Board of Directors and is responsible for keeping them fully informed about and involved in the key policies and issues facing the company.  Tim serves on a number of the company’s firms’ boards and chairs the company’s Senior Policy Group.
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Walter M. Pressey
President and Vice Chairman

As President and Vice Chairman of Boston Private, Walt’s activities are focused on a broad variety of strategic matters, with specific emphasis on operational execution.  He oversees the company’s acquisition efforts and is the chief negotiator for all transactions. 
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Jonathan H. Parker
Vice Chairman

JP has more than 30-years experience planning and directing expansion for national and international businesses in a variety of industries. He is a respected expert on marketing and corporate strategy with sub-specialties in M&A and profit improvement. He spent 20-years as a founding partner at Edgar, Dunn & Company, a management consulting firm serving clients such as Wells Fargo, HSBC, MasterCard, The International Olympic Committee, Holiday Inn Worldwide, AT&T, and Monsanto from offices on three continents. Previously, he was a manager in Deloitte & Touche’s consulting practice and directed a variety of sales and marketing functions at American Airlines.
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Margaret W. Chambers
Executive Vice President,
General Counsel

Megan holds the position of Executive Vice President and General Counsel at Boston Private.  Her principal role is Senior Lawyer for the corporation, of which she is also the Secretary.  She works very closely with the Compliance and Risk Management area.  In addition, she is responsible for the planning and execution of all board-related matters, coordinates all outside counsel activities, and is a member of the company’s Senior Policy Group.
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J.H. Cromarty
Executive Vice President and CEO Wealth Advisory and

Investment Management Groups

Jay is Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of the Wealth Advisory and Investment Management Groups at Boston Private.  He has line management responsibility for the company's wealth advisors and investment managers and is responsible for their strategic development at the Affiliate Partner and corporate levels.
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Jim Dawson  

James D. Dawson
Executive Vice President and CEO Private Banking Group

Jim is the Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of the Private Banking Group at Boston Private. He joined the company in February 2008 and is a member of the Senior Policy Group.  Previously, Jim was President and Chief Operating Officer of Boston Private Bank & Trust Company.
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Martha Higgins  

Martha T. Higgins
Executive Vice President,
Human Capital Resources

Martha is Executive Vice President and Director of Human Capital Resources at Boston Private. She is responsible for enterprise-wide human capital initiatives and serves as an advisor to senior management and to the company’s affiliate partners on human capital strategy, workforce planning and overall workforce effectiveness. In addition, she supports the Boston Private Board of Directors’ Compensation Committee and is a member of the company’s Senior Policy Group.
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D. Kaye  

David J. Kaye
Executive Vice President,
Chief Financial Officer

David is Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Boston Private. He is responsible for overseeing all financial functions for the company and its affiliates. He is a member of the company’s Senior Policy Group and has over 15 years experience in the financial services industry.
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K. Kearney  

Kathryn A. Kearney
Executive Vice President,
Corporate Development Manager

Katie is Executive Vice President and Corporate Development Manager at Boston Private.  She is responsible for mergers and acquisitions, coordinates strategic planning for the enterprise, and is a member of the company’s Senior Policy Group.  Katie has over 10-years of experience in the financial services industry.
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