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Welcoming New Board Member, Terri Cook

May 21, 2021

A huge welcome to our newest board member: Terri Cook of Maine Community Bank which includes Biddeford Savings and Mechanics Savings. Terri is VP, Retail Operations Manager at Maine Community Bank and is a past council member with CFTEA. She has extensive non-profit board experience in the community, such as the United Way and Make-A-Wish, and over twenty years experience with financial institutions. Terri has her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration as well as being a graduate from the

Announcing New Partner TestOut.

May 20, 2021

Making a difference TestOut makes online IT training courseware to empower people to get trained, certified, and career-ready. Over the past 25 years, we’ve developed a training methodology that suits every learning style and allows maximum engagement and retention. We don’t just help you learn—we give you experience. More than just training videos or test prep, our lab simulations include integrated hardware, operating system, and networking labs that let you apply what you’ve learned in real-world job situations. With TestOut you

Searching Our Course Catalog Is A Snap!

May 20, 2021

Are you looking for a specific course? Many times students start by looking at certificates, diplomas and certifications. However, by using the search function found directly on the course page our vast library of hundreds of courses becomes snag to navigate. Type in a few letters in the search field and the list will begin to automatically filter. By clicking on the course, students can find out detailed information and objectives of the course, how long the course is as

Tip: Update Your Beneficiaries Each Year

May 20, 2021

At the start of a new year, there are so many things to check and goals to tackle. If you haven’t done it yet, tackling an annual check of your beneficiaries on your Pay on Death (POD) accounts at financial institutions and more allow you to retake control of your finances. A periodic review of all your beneficiary designations is an essential step in the financial planning process. Don’t wait until it’s too late. If you’re like most Americans, you

When Did You Last Review Your Beneficiaries?

May 15, 2021

Do you know who your beneficiaries are? If you’re not sure of the answer, it’s definitely time for a beneficiary review. Making sure you know who your designated beneficiaries are is an important part of the estate planning process. But when is a good time for that review? It’s always a good idea to review your beneficiary designations after a major life event, such as marriage, divorce, birth or adoption of a child. Regular reviews are also a wise decision

Welcoming New Board Member, Brea Hatch

May 7, 2021

A huge welcome to our newest board member: Brea Hatch of Bangor Savings Bank Brea comes to CFTEA with 12 years of retail banking experience. She is currently working on her Business Administration degree from Southern Maine Community College and Husson University. Brea is a former student and instructor for CFTEA. Brea is an Internal Auditor at Bangor Savings with an extensive background in banking and volunteer opportunities, such as New Hope for Women She looks forward to working with

#WhatIsMyWhy Contest Winner Jessica Brinkerhoff

April 30, 2021

#whatismywhy Contest Winner Jessica Brinkerhoff Community National Bank, VT

Our Certifications Page has been updated!

April 27, 2021

We’ve heard you! With the launch of our new website there will still items to fix. One of the key questions we get is – how much does something cost? There were description pages, but they weren’t tied to products. Eureka! The first phase is complete and our Certifications now tied directly to products for easy ordering and additional information. Work is currently progressing on our Diploma page and updates will appear when that page is finalized.

Announcing New Certificates, Diplomas and Courses for 2021!

April 27, 2021

As our library of career paths increases (currently there are 35!), new certificates, diplomas and courses become available or updated to meet the changing needs of today’s world. Starting Summer 2021, CFTEA is proud to announce the following new student awards available. Getting advanced certifications isn’t just about adding credentials to your resume. You are also learning valuable skills that you can apply to your day-to-day job. This can help you become better at regular tasks that might otherwise be

Welcoming New Board Member, Marjorie McAvoy

April 23, 2021

A huge welcome to our newest board member: Marjorie McAvoy of Biddeford Savings! Marjorie comes to CFTEA with 15 years of banking experience and 7 years in management. She has her Bachelors in International Business Management from Southern New Hampshire University and is currently working on her Masters Degree. Marjorie is a Branch Manager at Biddeford Savings Bank with an extensive background in banking and volunteer opportunities. She looks forward to working with our highly positive and collaborative board where