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Instructor Spotlight: Jessi Jaquish (COVID-19 Edition)

May 1, 2020

Instructor Spotlight: Part 1 of 2 Jessi Jaquish Union Bank, VT & NH During these unprecedented times, we at CFTEA would like to continue to acknowledge and celebrate the flexibility and adaptability that both our instructors and students have shown. Many of our instructors and students are very comfortable with our live format of classes. We understand it may be out of their comfort zone to tackle online learning and we applaud those who, even if unsure at the

Spotlight on Success: Amanda Pollard

April 17, 2020

Spotlight on Success: Amanda Pollard – Retail Training Specialist Chesapeake Bank Amanda started as a part-time teller in high school and continued her career development to full-time teller, head teller, customer service associate and retail training specialist. “I have been taking classes for years to expand my banking education. Chesapeake Bank offers continual learning opportunities. My CFTEA classes were relatable to the job I was in and not just a basic overview of the material. They really related to what

Spotlight On Success: Corinne McNeal

April 10, 2020

Spotlight On Success Corinne McNeal Passumpsic Bank This is what Corinne had to say about her experience taking classes with us at CFTEA: “I decided to take classes with CFTEA because I wanted to expand my learning and knowledge, not only in banking, but with my education in general. The classes I have taken so far with CFTEA have contributed immensely to my growth as a person and as a professional. I have learned how to better communicate with co-workers,

Spotlight On Success: Mason Gilmer

March 27, 2020

Spotlight On Success: Mason Gilmer F&M Bank Mason is currently a Teller I / Customer Service Rep for Farmers & Merchants Bank. This is what he had to say about his experience learning with CFTEA: “I have found that [taking classes with CFTEA are] an excellent opportunity. I have recently completed Principles of Banking and I have already learned so much about banking as an industry. I am currently enrolled in Today’s Teller and this course will help me to

Spotlight on Success: Jillian Porter

March 13, 2020

Spotlight On Success: Jillian Porter Partners Bank This is what Jillian had to say about her CFTEA experience: “I’ve benefited from taking my CFTEA courses by being given more supervisor responsibilities and decision making skills. I believe that continuing education is important for professionals in today’s business environment because it offers everyone a chance to always critique and become more confident with themselves and with their work. My future plans for my banking education is to learn as much as

Spotlight on Success: Denelle Noyes

February 28, 2020

Spotlight On Success: Denelle Noyes Passumpsic Bank This was Denelle’s experience learning with CFTEA: “I decided to take classes with CFTEA because I wanted to expand my banking knowledge. I wanted to understand products, services, processes, and regulations so that I could better understand my job and be as informed as possible to speak with and assist our customers efficiently and intelligently. One thing that I have learned from taking CFTEA courses that continues to help me in my

Instructor Spotlight: Lynn Andrews

February 21, 2020

CFTEA Instructor Spotlight: Lynn Andrews Skowhegan Savings Instructor with CFTEA for 10+ Years This is what she has to say about her experience as a CFTEA instructor: “At the beginning of my first class, I like to open up the CFTEA website and show the class where they can find information about certificates and diplomas and let them know that Principles of Banking is a core requirement and once this class is completed, they are on their way to meeting

Spotlight on Success: Alexandra Johnston

February 14, 2020

Spotlight On Success: Alexandra Johnston Damariscotta Bank & Trust This is what Alexandra had to say about taking courses with CFTEA: “CFTEA courses have given me so much confidence. Having the knowledge and skills to perform my job accurately and efficiently has been incredible. Each and every situation I have encounter I have been able to pull skills or knowledge from a course I took through CFTEA! Learning never stops. I believe that if you think you know it all,

Instructor Spotlight: Lise Patterson

February 7, 2020

CFTEA Instructor Spotlight: Lise Patterson Androscoggin Bank Instructor with CFTEA for 10+ Years This is what Lise had to say about her experience as a CFTEA instructor: “I have been in the banking industry since 1979. With that amount of experience comes a valuable skill set and “tricks of the trade” that only time and experience can provide. Sharing that information, in my opinion, is not only vital but is also a responsibility for anyone who has a career in any

Spotlight on Success: Meagan Halliday

January 31, 2020

Spotlight on Success: Meagan Halliday Damariscotta Bank & Trust This is what Meagan had to say about her experience working with CFTEA: “I decided to take the Modern Supervisor course with CFTEA because I wanted to increase my knowledge and skills when it comes to being a manager. I was offered to take the course when I received my promotion to Assistant Manager. I have also encourage some of our Customer Relationship Representatives to take the customer service course offered

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