Cambridge Bancorp and its subsidiary, Cambridge Trust Co., has elected Linda Whitlock as lead director on its 13-member board of directors.

Whitlock has been a member of the board since 2002 and currently serves on the compensation, corporate governance and executive committees.

"The establishment of the lead director role reflects our continued commitment to effective corporate governance," said Joseph V. Roller II, president and CEO of Cambridge Bancorp and Cambridge Trust Co. "The bank is fortunate to have elected Linda Whitlock to this position. Her insights, perspective and senior-level experience will represent our stockholders’ interests and help ensure Cambridge Trust’s long-term success."

"I am delighted to assume this new responsibility as a member of the board," said Whitlock. "Cambridge Trust has established itself as having the highest of standards for operating and governance performance which sets the stage to capitalize on strategic, long-term growth opportunities."

Whitlock is currently the principal at The Whitlock Group. She served as Nicholas President and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston from 1999 through 2008. Prior to joining Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, she held various positions within academic institutions including BB&N, Concord Academy, MIT and Tufts University.