Instructor Spotlight: Jodi Robinson Kennebunk Savings Instructor with CFTEA for 10+ years We interviewed Jodi about teaching for CFTEA and these were some of her thoughts on her experience: “As a CFTEA instructor, I feel like I learn just as much from the students as the students learn from me. So not only am I teaching, but I am also learning every time I instruct a class. Often times I feel like I am more of a facilitator than an
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Spotlight on Success: Dawn Larrabee Katahdin Trust Dawn Larrabee works with Katahdin Trust Company as an Accounting Assistant. A recent graduate of our Verbal Communications Course, this is what she had to say about her experience with CFTEA: “In order for me to progress in my career, I had to go outside of my comfort zone and tackle this course head on. I wanted to strengthen myself as a professional in the banking industry, and in general. Verbal Communications is
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Spotlight On Success: Zachary Young Septic Designs of NH CFTEA courses aren’t just for Financial Institutions. Our courses are convenient, affordable and industry fluid. As a Septic Inspector for nearly 3 years, Zachary was looking for courses to help him speak with confidence when talking with clients. This is what Zach had to say about taking our FREE Speak With Confidence Course powered by MindEdge: ” As someone who is really busy being able to take a class that was
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Instructor Spotlight: Lisa Holt Partners Bank Instructor with CFTEA for 5+ years We interviewed Lisa about teaching for CFTEA and these were some of her thoughts on her experience: “I have loved being an instructor for CFTEA and to have the opportunity to interact with colleagues in a different way. I can use my teaching opportunities to help maintain my teacher certifications as well and make sure that I stay up to date on my teaching strategies with adult learners.
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Michael Shoykhet Consumer Loan Underwriter Infinity Federal Credit Union Michael is currently in Consumer Loan Underwriting at Infinity Federal Credit Union. Currently he is taking CFTEA’s Analyzing Financial Statements course. This is what he had to say about why he decided to choose CFTEA: “I’m career minded in a lot of respects. Taking classes through the CFTEA allows me to develop new skill sets so I can be more valuable as an employee and positions me well to step
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Recognition: Leaving a Legacy Award – Alie DiCarlo from Saco and Biddeford Savings Institution Over the years, CFTEA has actively been supported by key contributors in learning and development. Their engagement and leadership have provided the vision in shaping our non-profit as well as providing dedication to workforce development. This year we recognize Alie DiCarlo for her life-long service in learning and development! Her key contributions, thoughtful directions and passion for supporting students across multiple states to reach their career goals
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Council of the Year- Sapphire Award – Kristina McLaughlin from Passumpsic Bank, Lisa Engel from Wells River Savings Bank, Erica Antonucci from Union Bank, VT & NH as well as Rhonda Caswell and Kristina Bishop from Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank were the recipients of this year’s Sapphire Award! Over the years, CFTEA has actively recognized key contributors that support career focused learning and instruction in their local areas. The North Country, New Hampshire Council provided critical support to run courses in their area and
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Recognition: Making a Difference Award – Katrina Randlett – NH Mutual Bancorp and Nancy Birtwell Hines – Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group Over the years, CFTEA has actively recognized key contributors to innovation and inspiration in the realm of .learning and development. Katrina and Nancy have shown themselves leaders in supporting employees and students. Recently, Katrina and Nancy collaborated in an innovative way to conduct American Bankers Association‘s Legal Foundations in Banking. By leveraging technology and working to support quality career development, Nancy has
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Recognition: Spotlight Award – Lisa Holt – Partners Bank and Krystal Boivin – Claremont Savings Bank Over the years, CFTEA has actively recognized key contributors to learning and development as well as the development and evolution of our non-profit. This year we are happy to announce the introduction of our Spotlight Award. Both Lisa and Krystal have taken the lead in presenting new ideas and solutions, actively offering and following up with assistance, promoting CFTEA within their communities in new and interesting ways
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Instructor Spotlight: Kristina McLaughlin, Passumpsic Bank Human Resources and Employee Engagement Officer I have taught for CFTEA for over five years and genuinely enjoy each course and curriculum. I love that CFTEA courses allow you to put your own personal insights to ensure students get a unique experience that allows for flexibility in organizational culture and procedures. In my career, I have personally seen CFTEA courses help develop multiple students by allowing them access to education that they otherwise wouldn’t have
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