TD Bank has promoted Robert W. Harvey to regional vice president in commercial lending in its Worcester branch.

He will be responsible for developing, retaining and expanding the bank’s commercial loan operations in central Massachusetts, including managing eight lenders and working closely with small business officers serving customers throughout the region, according to a statement.

Harvey has 40 years experience in banking and lending. He joined TD Bank in 1996 and most recently served as a senior relationship manager, managing an existing $167 million loan portfolio. He is a member of the North Central Mass. Chamber of Commerce.

A Holden resident, Harvey serves as treasurer on the board of Colony Retirement Homes of Worcester.