Dickson Bridger has joined NewBridge Bank as vice president and mortgage loan officer in the bank’s Wilmington Mortgage Banking office, according to a recent news release.

At the office, 704 S. College Road, he reports to Alan Efting, who is vice president and regional sales manager for the bank’s mortgage banking team.
 
In his new role, Bridger originates mortgage loans for purchase and refinance, the release stated. He has more than 30 years of experience in mortgage lending and operations in the Wilmington and coastal southeastern North Carolina markets. Bridger, a Bladenboro native, attended Wake Forest University. He lives in Wilmington and is an active community volunteer, according to the release.
 
Greensboro-based NewBridge Bank maintains nine branch locations in Brunswick, New Hanover and Pender counties.