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Welcome to New Council Member: Emily Frechette (Partners Bank)

July 14, 2023

Regional Advisory Council Spotlight: Emily Frechette, Training Manager Partners Bank CFTEA is thrilled to welcome our newest council member, Emily! The CFTEA Regional Advisory Council members provide key insights into the needs of the community as well as professional knowledge from diverse perspectives. They are truly CFTEA champions! Council members are always invited as observers to CFTEA board meetings and may advance to become board members. Emily is on the 2023 Leaders Conference planning committee and was thrilled to be

Welcome to New Council Member: Teddi Gorczok (First National Bank)

June 16, 2023

Regional Community Advisory Council Spotlight: Teddi Gorczok, Employee Development Associate First National Bank A huge welcome to our newest council member, Teddi! CFTEA Regional Advisory Council members provide key insights into the needs of the community and provide professional expertise with diverse perspectives. They are truly CFTEA champions! Council members are always invited as observers to board meetings and may advance to become board members. Teddi had this to say about joining the CFTEA council: “CFTEA is an integral part of

Welcoming New Board Members

June 14, 2023

A warm welcome to CFTEA’s four new board members starting their terms on July 1, 2023. Their spotlights over the past few weeks have allowed us to get to know them better and their passion for career development and lifelong learning. Congratulations! You make a difference. Carrie Welch – First National Bank Casey Dillingham – Mascoma Bank Cara Dyer – Auburn Savings Robyn Walters – TowneBank

Board Spotlight: Cara Dyer (Auburn Savings)

June 9, 2023

Cara Dyer, VP Loan Officer Auburn Savings Board members are critical to non-profits because they ensure CFTEA is fulfilling its mission, is financially stable as well as provide critical oversight and guidance to the executive director. They enthusiastically represent CFTEA within the community. Their volunteer leadership is essential for CFTEA to continue its mission as a for-impact organization within the community. To keep diversity and fresh perspectives among the board of directors, CFTEA is happy to welcome Cara Dyer from

Thank You to Outgoing Board Members

June 7, 2023

A huge thank you to CFTEA’s long-standing board members that have guided the organization from transitioning executive directors to navigating the COVID-19 pandemic to providing strong leadership and updates to CFTEA course offerings and the organization. Kristina McLaughlin served on the Nominating and Personnel Committee as a key member in reviewing applications for board positions that aligned with the needs of the organization. Her work has resulted in CFTEA aligning needs with diversity and inclusion. Margaret Collamorecampbell served on the

Board Spotlight: Robyn Walters (TowneBank)

June 2, 2023

Board Spotlight: Robyn Walters, VP, Associate Legal Counsel TowneBank Board members are critical to non-profits because they ensure CFTEA is fulfilling its mission, is financially stable as well as provide critical oversight and guidance to the executive director. They enthusiastically represent CFTEA within the community. Their volunteer leadership is essential for CFTEA to continue its mission as a for-impact organization within the community. To keep diversity and fresh perspectives among the board of directors, CFTEA is happy to welcome Robyn

Close to Retirement Age? Discover the Facts About Medicare and Supplements

May 31, 2023

Between television ads and direct mailing – there is a lot of misinformation about Medicare and supplement plans. Got questions? Discover the truth at a free session sponsored by Longevity Planning. To find out more click the image below to be redirected to a no-cost informational seminar Minimizing Health Care Expenses in Retirement with CFTEA’s latest partner.

Welcome to New Council Member: Casey Bailey (Northfield Savings Bank)

May 26, 2023

Regional Community Advisory Council Spotlight: Casey Bailey, HR Training and Development Coordinator Northfield Savings Bank A huge welcome to our newest council member, Casey! CFTEA Regional Advisory Council members provide key insights into the needs of the community and provide professional expertise with diverse perspectives. They are truly CFTEA champions! Council members are always invited as observers to board meetings and may advance to become board members. Casey has been involved with CFTEA for a number of years and joined Executive Director,

Take Charge of Your Own Personal and Professional Development

May 24, 2023

Many employers use a variety of workplace perks, ranging from free food to health coaches, to improve the happiness of their employees at work. This is good business: happy employees are more productive and motivated, as well as more likely to stick with a company. But even without an employer providing fancy benefits, it’s possible for employees to create their own sense of happiness at work. Whether your job is one you feel passionate about or one that you simply

Looking for Training to Support Your Mortgage Loan Officer Career?

May 19, 2023

CFTEA is proud to announce a deepened partnership with our national partner giving access to online mortgage training for every state. Gain your NMLS license, access test prep class to designed to help you pass the SAFE MLO national exam, or renew your mortgage license with continuing education! Click the image below and explore what works best for you!