(Concord, NH)  NH Federal Credit Union (NHFCU) has appointed Thomas (Tom) Weaver to Senior Vice President/Chief Lending Officer and Rodney (Rod) Dauteuil to Vice President, Compliance.

Thomas (Tom) Weaver:  Senior Vice President/Chief Lending Officer.

Tom Weaver has spent thirty-six years in the financial services industry working in both banks and credit unions.  Tom’s experience in consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending, along with retail banking, provide him a wealth of knowledge to deliver to NHFCU and its members. Most recently, Tom was the Senior Vice President/Commercial Lending with Salem Co-Operative Bank.  Before that, he spent many years leading and expanding the loan portfolio as Senior Vice President/Chief Lending Officer for Northeast Credit Union.  Tom is excited to join us and is looking to enhance NHFCU’s lending services and accessibility in new and exciting ways.

“I’m thrilled to be back in the credit union movement, where people come first.  There’s a great opportunity for us to make our lending services even stronger and deliver unparalleled experiences at NHFCU.  If I have anything to say about it, NHFCU’s members have a lot to look forward to!”

 

Rodney (Rod) Dauteuil has been promoted to Vice President, Compliance, for NHFCU.  Rod, NHFCU’s Compliance Officer from 2019 to 2020, rejoined the credit union in January 2022.  Rod is a 35-year banking

 

veteran, holding positions in both credit unions and banks. His experience includes risk management, regulatory compliance, internal audits, and residential and consumer lending.  Rod holds several industry certifications including: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA), NAFCU Certified Risk Manager (NCRM), and Credit Union Compliance Expert (CUCE).   Rod will lead and oversee all compliance management and related areas for NHFCU.  “I’m proud to be an integral part of a great organization, and I’m looking ahead to all of the improvements we are planning for our membership.” 

 

NH Federal Credit Union (NHFCU) is a $330 million financial cooperative with locations in Concord and Lee, NH.  Beyond traditional savings and lending products, NHFCU also offers free financial education and one-on-one coaching through the Centers for Finance & Education.  To learn more about NHFCU and the Centers for Finance & Education, call (603) 224-7731 or visit their website, www.nhfcu.org.

Job Posting - Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist

CONCORD NH

Days/Shift: Day shift

Hours: Part-time 25 hours

Functions:

 

25 hours per week with flexible options

This is a perfect position for

·          a professional re-entering the workplace without a full-time commitment

·          someone working toward a professional accounting degree looking for a side gig while studying

The Accounts Payable/Payroll Specialist will perform tasks necessary to update general ledger, maintain accounts payable and employee expenses, maintain prepaids and fixed assets, wire transfers and employee payroll processing as well as credit union credit and debit card monitoring and processing. Will also prepare various accounting reports as requested.

We are looking for a team player to fill this 25 hour position. Some flexibility to the schedule may be needed during certain times of the month, otherwise we can also be flexible with accommodating your schedule.

 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

 

Preferred Associate degree in Accounting or Finance and 2 to 4 years of relevant experience.

 

1. Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of an Associate Degree in Accounting or Finance and 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in a financial services environment.

 

2. Experience sufficient to understand the diverse objectives and functions of the position, or any equivalent combination of education or experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

 

If you are interested, please reach out at jobs@nhfcu.org

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour

Department: Accounting

Location:  New Hampshire Federal Credit Union

                     70 Airport Rd., Concord, NH 03301

(Concord, NH) – Lisa Gilbert joined New Hampshire Federal Credit Union in 1987 as a part-time Computer Operator and later that year became a full-time Computer Operator. Her attention to detail and knowledge of technology led to her promotion as Department Manager in 1995. As technology advanced, so did Lisa’s skills. In 2000, she became Information Systems Manager. She then moved into the role of Information Systems Administrator.

Lisa’s skillset broadened and in 2017, she became Operations Manager. In this role, Lisa handles concerns members may have with debit cards, online banking, and much more. Over the years, Lisa has seen many changes. She states: “I have witnessed the Credit Union’s growth from one to three offices, with the opening of the North Main Street and Lee locations, and then the creation of the Centers for Finance & Education.”

With the introduction of email, the internet, and upgrading to electronic services, Lisa learned to better serve members using the new technologies. She has also watched NHFCU’s assets grow to $330 million.

Through the transitions, Lisa’s top priorities remain the same – to show empathy and professionalism, and an eagerness to provide options and solutions for members.

NH Federal Credit Union (NHFCU) is a $330 million financial cooperative with locations in Concord and Lee, NH.  Beyond traditional savings and lending products, NHFCU also offers free financial education and one-on-one coaching through the Centers for Finance & Education.  To learn more about NHFCU and the Centers for Finance & Education, call (603) 224-7731 or visit their website, www.nhfcu.org.

Northeast Credit Union Announces Kelly Sica as Assistant Vice President of Deposit Processing

Portsmouth, NH- Northeast Credit Union is pleased to announce Kelly Sica as the new AVP of Deposit Processing. Previously the AVP of Retail Development for the Southern Region, Sica will now oversee the development and implementation of strategy and programs in the Deposit Processing division.

“In her 5 years with Northeast, Kelly has achieved growth both personally and professionally and made a positive impact on member experience in the Retail space. I look forward to her continued success supporting the entire organization in her new role,” states Richard Lipari, Vice President of Operations.

“I’ve had so much fun overseeing the Southern Region at Northeast Credit Union and am very excited to bring the same amount of energy to my new role. I’m looking forward to getting to know a new team, utilizing newly discovered strengths, refining my skills and being an asset to the department and organization,” says Sica.

About Northeast Credit Union

Since 1936, Northeast Credit Union, a member-owned and not-for-profit organization, has been providing safe, high-quality financial services to its member-owners. From humble beginnings at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Northeast has grown to more than $1.9 billion in assets, over 142,000 members and 19 branches throughout New Hampshire and Maine. Northeast strives to provide exceptional value, convenience, and the highest possible level of service each day while celebrating and supporting its community through The Love Your Community Project.

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To learn more about The Love Your Community Project, please visit www.necu.org/about-lyc.  

NH Federal Credit Union Holding 80th Annual Meeting

(Concord, NH) New Hampshire Federal Credit Union (NHFCU) will hold its 80^th Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. 

Join us April 20, 2022, for our 80th NHFCU Annual Meeting, online from 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM.  A registration link is available on the NHFCU website, nhfcu.org.  All NHFCU members are encouraged to attend this online meeting to review the Credit Union’s operations in the last year and elect three members to the volunteer Board of Directors.   

NH Federal Credit Union (NHFCU) is a $320 million full-service cooperative financial institution which celebrated 80 years of service on November 19, 2021. NHFCU has locations in Concord and Lee, NH, where they also offer free financial education and one-on-one coaching through the Centers for Finance & Education.  To learn more about NHFCU and the Centers for Finance & Education, call (603) 224-7731 or visit their website, www.nhfcu.org.

 

Rochester, NH – Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit home health and hospice care provider, recently received a generous donation of $484 from the HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) students at the Richard W. Creteau Regional Technology Center at Spaulding High School in Rochester, NH. This donation is a result of a special bake sale that the students organized to support the Kiddie Cornerstone Fund at Cornerstone VNA.

 

The Kiddie Cornerstone Fund was established in 2016 to provide gifts for the organization’s pediatric patients to bring smiles to their youngest patients and to promote hope and healing at home. In addition to gifts, such as books, coloring books, and small toys, funds are also used to purchase gas cards to assist with transportation to medical appointments for families in need.

 

“Childhood illnesses are scary for young patients and their families, and the financial burden can be so overwhelming,” shares Erika Lee, Director of Advancement. “Thanks to donations to our Kiddie Cornerstone Fund, we can provide an extra layer of support in the form of toys and books, special equipment, gas cards, and even gifts over the holidays. We are very grateful to the students for their efforts to support our young patients.”

 

HOSA Co-President, Mia Baillargeon shares, “We are fortunate enough to have a great group of ladies [students] this year that are passionate about serving the community and reaching out to those who may need it most.  Of course we could have raised money for ourselves, but this was something more honorable, that makes an impact on others.” HOSA Advisor, Lisa Kumph adds, “Our HOSA group was very excited to be able to support the children in our community. The students and staff at Spaulding High School and the Creteau Tech Center demonstrated their generosity through support of the bake sale.”

 

For more information or to make a donation to the Kiddie Cornerstone Fund, visit cornerstonevna.org/kiddie-cornerstone-fund or call Erika Lee at 603-332-1133 x1203.

 

Cornerstone VNA is a non-profit organization, currently serving Rockingham, Strafford, Belknap and Carroll Counties in New Hampshire and York County in Maine. The team at Cornerstone VNA provides award-winning care and support through five distinct programs: Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Life Care-Private Duty and Community Care. For 109 years, Cornerstone VNA has been committed to bringing services to people of all ages so that families can stay together at home, even when facing the challenges of aging, surgical recovery, chronic or life-threatening illnesses or end-of-life care. To learn more about Cornerstone VNA, visit www.cornerstonevna.org or call 800-691-1133.

(Concord, NH) - New Hampshire Federal Credit Union (NHFCU) seeks adult learners for a new scholarship opportunity. The John R. Young Career Enhancement Scholarship Program is now available to adult learners for the 2022 program year. John R. Young, is NHFCU's recently retired President/CEO. John’s passion for education and career enhancement inspired NHFCU to offer this program for adults in the communities it serves. 

NH Federal Credit Union and its Centers for Finance & Education will award $5,000 in 2022 as scholarship contributions to adults working part or full-time, who wish to enhance their careers through accredited colleges or required licensing programs. This scholarship is funded by NHFCU in honor of John R. Young, NHFCU’s President/CEO, who retired in 2021 after 27 years of service. This year, two scholarships will be awarded: one to an NHFCU member or eligible member for up to $2,500, and one for an NHFCU employee for up to $2,500.

This scholarship is for anyone with a high school diploma or GED who wishes to further their education or professional development.  Applications must be received no later than April 18, 2022. Scholarship winners will be notified by May 15, 2022.

For application and submission recruitments go to www.nhfcu.org/news or call (603) 224-7731, ext. 158.

 

NH Federal Credit Union (NHFCU) is a $320 million full-service cooperative financial institution, celebrating 80 years of service in 2021. NHFCU has locations in Concord and Lee, NH, where they also offer free financial education and one-on-one coaching through the Centers for Finance & Education.  To learn more about NHFCU and the Centers for Finance & Education, call (603) 224-7731 or visit their website, www.nhfcu.org.

After much deliberation, the GBCC Board has voted to postpone the Peeper Race, Fall Festival and Annual Dinner because of COVID-19 concerns.  The chamber will continue to hold member meetings at Nippo Lake Golf Club with necessary safety protocols.

The board will use the remainder of the year to plan and strategize 2022 events.

We did not come to these decisions lightly... committee members, chamber members, volunteers and board members have put untold hours into planning these events.  We hope that 2022 is a MUCH more event-friendly year!  

At 18, Kaden was in serious financial trouble. “Sweeping my debts under the rug when the monthly bills came in was the norm.” But, he was curious about credit scores and knew his was not good. He just did not know how bad his score really was. By the time Kaden was 31, he knew he had:

• A low credit score
• Student loan debt
• Mounting credit card debt
• Other bad debts weighing his credit score down

With nowhere to turn, Kaden kept sweeping until he tripped over the pile under the rug. He was working low-paying jobs, adding to his family and thus, his responsibilities and expenses. Kaden increased his debt load every day just living his life.

Kaden’s life began changing in the spring of 2019 when he attended a workshop at work about financial wellness – led by NHFCU’s Centers for Finance & Education.

“At 31 years old, with debt “following” me throughout my adulthood, for the first time, I felt safe, thinking there might be hope, and help. NHFCU’s representative gave me hope that there would be no judgement about my debt situation.” And, after 13 years of continuing to accumulate debt, he saw an opportunity to change his thinking and habits about debt – and eventually change his life.

Fast forward to December 2020 - Here’s what Kaden has accomplished:

• He began to clean up the pile of debt buried under the rug and increased his credit scores – up a total of 541 points when combined among the three major credit bureaus:
• • Experian – Up 268 points
  • Trans Union – Up 183 points
  • Equifax – Up 90 points
• He and his spouse pay their bills on time, every month.
• They’ve expanded their family to care for a child who needed help and hope – yet continue to live within their means.

“If you are struggling financially, please do this one thing … Make one phone call to NHFCU’s Centers for Finance & Education. Take that step to talk with someone and just go from there. There’s no obligation and they won’t do anything that isn’t beneficial to you. They REALLY care!”

- Kaden T.

NHFCU helped Kaden. How can we help you? Contact us today at (603) 224-7731 ext. 330.

Rochester, NH:  Cornerstone VNA, your local nonprofit home care provider, is pleased to announce that the COVID-19 vaccine is now being administered to their homebound patients. On March 17, Cornerstone VNA’s Quality Improvement Director, June Gallup, RN, MS, made her first stop at a patient’s home in Farmington, who was thrilled to receive her first dose. New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR) reporter, Alli Fam, joined Gallup to document this important milestone in distributing the COVID-19 vaccine to homebound patients. 

When the patient was asked by the NHPR reporter what it meant to get the vaccine in her home, as opposed to going elsewhere, Audrey replied, “Oh, wonderful! I was so worried. I don't walk well anymore, and I get extremely tired every time I have to go out. I kept thinking, ‘how am I going to get to a clinic to get my shot?’ And when they told me I could get it at home, I was very happy.” Audrey added, “It's made a world of difference. The walking would have been very difficult for me to get to a clinic. It's wonderful.”

Cornerstone VNA has been working closely with the State and Regional Public Health Networks, as well as the Home Care, Hospice and Palliative Care Alliance of NH on a plan to get vaccines for truly homebound patients, and their eligible caregivers, who cannot get to a fixed vaccine distribution site.  Due to strict COVID-19 protocols, administering vaccines at home takes an extremely coordinated effort. Cornerstone VNA nurses travel to patient homes, fill out the required paperwork, and then wait 15-30 minutes after the vaccination is given to be sure the patient does not have an adverse reaction. Additionally, with any of the COVID-19 vaccines, there is a time limit of 6 hours to use all the doses from the time the first dose is drawn up from the vial. 

Cornerstone VNA’s COVID-19 Response Coordinator is managing a list of patients who have documented their desire to get vaccinated at home. Due to the time sensitive nature of administering the vaccine, the Response Coordinator is scheduling patients who live within a close proximity to one another.  In addition to Gallup, Sandy Powers, RN, Wellness and Gerontology Nurse, and Home Care Team Manager, Lisa Romanovitz, RN, will join in the effort to administer vaccines to patients at home. In a significant and poignant show of support, two Cornerstone VNA retired nurses have offered to temporarily return to assist the COVID-19 vaccination team if needed.

According to Gallup, “I am very excited that we as an agency will be able to help get people vaccinated. I am grateful to the State of NH, Public Health Networks, and more importantly the staff at Cornerstone VNA who have worked together to make this a reality.  I am proud to do my part to be part of the solution.” Gallup adds, “The opportunity to administer the vaccine to our most vulnerable homebound citizens is a reward in itself, but the hope that we all feel in moving past this pandemic is what gets us all through these challenging times.”

To learn more, call 800-691-1133 or visit cornerstonevna.org/covid-19. 

About Cornerstone VNA:

Cornerstone VNA is a nonprofit home health and hospice care provider, currently serving Rockingham, Strafford, Belknap and Carroll Counties in New Hampshire and York County in Maine. The team at Cornerstone VNA provides award-winning care and support through five distinct programs: Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Life Care-Private Duty and Community Care. For 108 years, Cornerstone VNA has been committed to bringing services to people of all ages so that families can stay together at home, even when facing the challenges of aging, surgical recovery, chronic or life-threatening illnesses or end-of-life care. To learn more about Cornerstone VNA, visit www.cornerstonevna.org or call 800-691-1133.