Archives for 2016

Holly Andrews was recently promoted to IRA/HSA Operations Officer for New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB). In this position, Andrews will manage all aspects of individual retirement accounts and health savings accounts, including IRS reporting for Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) and Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack), sister banks and subsidiaries for NHMB. She will also oversee time deposit accounts for both banks. “Holly has been an essential member of the Retail Banking department and organization for more than 28 years,” said Christine Harris, Senior Vice President, Retail Administration for MVSB.  “Throughout her time, Holly has demonstrated exceptional ability, showing […]

Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) recently pledged $5,000 to the Wentworth Economic Development Corporation (WEDCO) through the Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) of New Hampshire’s tax credit program. The Bank’s investment allows WEDCO to continue offering economic development services and resources to New Hampshire businesses in the eastern Lakes Region. “We’re so thankful for this generous contribution from MVSB,” said Denise Roy-Palmer, Executive Director of WEDCO. “Contributions like this one make it possible for us to continue our valuable work.  By providing financing and assistance to established and developing businesses, WEDCO contributes to the creation of jobs and the growth […]

Meredith Village Savings Bank is pleased to donate $6,000 to Stand Up Laconia in support of “Stand Up Lakes Region,” a special anti-drug event for youth across the Lakes Region. The event will feature guest speaker Chris Herren, recovering addict and former professional basketball player for the Boston Celtics, and will be held at the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion on May 10. Herren, who has already inspired thousands of youth nationwide with his personal account of addiction and success with recovery, will address approximately 5,000 Lakes Region junior high and high school students from Laconia, Winnisquam, Moultonborough, Wolfeboro, Inter-Lakes, Belmont, Tilton, Farmington and Gilford. The […]

Sara Lauze was recently promoted to Digital Banking Officer for New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB). In this position, Lauze will manage the Digital Banking department, overseeing consumer and small business online banking, cash management and related digital services for Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) and Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB), subsidiaries of NHMB. “Sara’s expertise and extensive background in all areas of bank operations has been a great asset to the organization,” said Angela Strozewski, Senior Vice President, Operations Officer of NHMB. “Having only joined the department in 2014, she quickly became proficient at handling the back-end of banking and […]

Danielle Wakefield has been promoted to Corporate Reporting Officer for New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB). In this position, Wakefield’s responsibilities will include regulatory reporting, financial reporting and budgeting for NHMB and its subsidiaries, Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB), Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack) and MillRiver Wealth Management. “Danielle has been a valued member of the finance team for many years,” said Jason Hicks, Chief Financial Officer for New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp. “Her commitment to accuracy and ethical business practices make her a great match for this role and we are very proud to announce her promotion.” Wakefield began her career at […]

As part of our continued efforts to protect customers from the risk and inconvenience associated with card fraud, we will be upgrading our ATM and debit card monitoring system in early June to provide automated fraud alerts by email, text* and phone. Our card monitoring provider, Fraud Center, will monitor card transactions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and will alert you when suspicious ATM or debit card transactions are detected.  If fraud is suspected, your card may be temporarily suspended while we try to reach you.  This will protect you from further unauthorized transactions if fraud is […]

The Meredith Village Savings Bank Fund at New Hampshire Charitable Foundation granted $5,000 to the Skatepark of Plymouth, NH, a free recreational resource that is open to youth of all ages. This donation will be used to complete Phase II of construction for the park. This grant is one of 25 awards presented by the Fund to non-profit organizations this year.  “We’re always happy to offer assistance to organizations that make such a positive difference in the lives of so many young people,” said Wyman, President of Meredith Village Savings Bank. “It has been a great park for teens in Plymouth […]

Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) is launching its annual Photo Contest on Monday, March 28 for full-color photography. Winning photographs will be featured in the Community Calendars for Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB), Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack) and MillRiver Wealth Management (MillRiver). Successful entries for the website division will be displayed on the home pages of MVSB, the Merrimack, MillRiver and New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB). Winning photos may also be included in desk calendars, holiday cards and note cards. Winning photographs will focus on community events and people enjoying local New Hampshire venues, attractions and businesses. Photographers […]

We are pleased to announce the promotion of Wendy Vittum to Vice President, Mortgage Operations for New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB).  In this role, Vittum will lead the processing, underwriting, closing, new construction, secondary market and quality control of residential mortgage applications for New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp subsidiaries – Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) and Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack).  “Wendy has done an outstanding job overseeing the mortgage processing and underwriting process for many years,” said Carol Bickford, Senior Vice President and Retail Lending Officer.  “She is a valued asset to the bank and we are proud to […]

Deborah Flanders has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Learning and Development Officer for New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB). In this position, Flanders will continue to oversee organization-wide training and development for all employees of NHMB and its subsidiaries: MVSB, Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack) and MillRiver Wealth Management(MillRiver). “Debbie has been an integral member of the Human Resources department for more than 11 years,” said David Cronin, Senior Vice President and Human Resources Director for NHMB. “Her passion for helping employees develop to their fullest potential is apparent. It’s exciting to be able to promote her in this new role […]