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The Connecticut Bankers Association's Connecticut School of Finance & Management’s Class of 2025 graduated 49 students on Friday, April 11, 2025, with over 140 business associates, family members, and friends in attendance. The John C. Shortell Award for Academic Excellence was presented to Earl M. Quijano of Ives Bank for achieving the highest academic ranking during the program. Below are 2025 recipients of the Michael J. Piette Honors Award for graduating with honors in the top 10% of their class Craig C. Cuffie, Jr. – Chelsea Groton Bank Earl M. Quijano – Ives Bank Paul A. DiSario – Liberty Bank Nicole Samokar – M&T Bank Kenneth Scott – Union Savings Bank Applications for the CSFM Class of 2027 are now available. CSFM has long proven to be a staple within many of the banks in Connecticut, as a critical tool in helping to shape their leadership team of the future. CSFM’s curriculum is designed by bankers for bankers and provides a unique opportunity for junior management personnel and other key employees to obtain a more comprehensive knowledge and understanding of an ever-changing financial services industry.  chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://lnkd.in/eCd-qdeG Over 2,900 individuals successfully completed the program requirements and received their CSFM certificates in the 61-year history of the program. A list of the members of the graduating Class of 2025 can be found below. Our congratulations to all the graduates on their achievement! Chelsea Groton Bank: Craig C. Cuffie, Jr. , Nicole Lee Goodrow, Megan E. Susi Dime Bank: Kayla Madrigal Eastern Connecticut Savings Bank: Jeffrey D. Swenson Essex Savings Bank: Jaden Arcelaschi Fairfield County Bank: Michelle C. Luis, Paul S. Lutsky  First County Bank: Caroline Cardona, Alexa Faeth, Karine Hetu GeoData Vision LLC: Josh Suzio GSB: Michele Denissoff, Kirk Eustaquio Ion Bank: Brandon Christian Ross, Brianna Salvatore  Ives Bank: Earl M. Quijano. Robert Weaver  Jewett City Savings Bank: Brett S. Lovett Liberty Bank: Amy-Ariel Brown, Crystal Burney, Michael Burns, Laura Chetlen Paul A. DiSario, Nicole Nelson, Evan Scarfo, Dana Striby  M&T Bank: Nicole Samokar  New Haven Bank: Halim Omar Newtown Savings Bank: Rebekah Harry, Hanish Frank Rubanza State of CT Department of Banking: Thomas Nugent, Danzel Palmer TD Bank: Blerta Beqiraj. Brandon Charles Guelli  The First Bank of Greenwich: Steven Murphy The Milford Bank: Heather Rose Shumyhora Thomaston Savings Bank: Joshua Marseglia, Kristina Tait Torrington Savings Bank: Ronda Capitanio, Sarah Heap-Crosby, Katie Lindsly  Union Savings Bank: Nicole Holtz, Stephanie Narvaez, Kenneth Scott  Westfield Bank: Adrian E. Gould Windsor Federal Bank: Susan Kiddy, Hannah Muska  Wolf & Company, P.C.: Brandon M. Quiterio, CPA Perceptions Photography

Fairfield County Bank is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Nicole Turosky to Vice President, to its subsidiary, Fairfield County Financial Services*. Nicole helps clients develop well-crafted, personalized plans to protect their financial well-being. She is responsible for providing a comprehensive review of assets and implementing strategies to help achieve clients’ financial goals for both today and the future. Please join us in welcoming Nicole. To read more about her career and what her new position will entail, read the press release using the link below. https://lnkd.in/e5GWrXss Together, #WeAreFairfieldCounty *Investment and insurance products and services are offered through Osaic Institutions, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. Fairfield County Financial Services is a trade name of Fairfield County Bank. Osaic Institutions and Fairfield County Bank are not affiliated. Products and services made available through Osaic Institutions are not insured by the FDIC. or any other agency of the United States and are not deposits or obligations of nor guaranteed or insured by any bank or bank affiliate. These products are subject to investment risk, including the possible loss of value.

This April, we're investing in our community by supporting local organizations that empower others through financial literacy! Follow the link below to learn how these charities are making a lasting impact—and don't forget to vote for your favorite one throughout Financial Literacy Month! https://lnkd.in/dZ2BZc3 Burroughs Community Center, Catholic Charities of Fairfield County, Inc., Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County Together, #WeAreFairfieldCounty #FinancialLiteracy #Nonprofit #FairfieldCounty #Bridgeport #Danbury

Congratulations to Ruth's House for winning February's Charity of the Month! Their dedication to supporting single mothers has helped many to find the strength to pursue their dreams, build brighter futures for their children, and create lasting memories filled with hope and possibility. Thank you to everyone who voted and supported our civic organizations throughout February. Don’t forget to learn more about March's charities and cast your vote to help a charity win an additional $1,000 donation by visiting the link below! https://lnkd.in/dZ2BZc3 Together, #WeAreFairfieldCounty #RuthsHouse #FairfieldCounty #LocalCharities #Trumbull

Fairfield County Bank will never reach out to you asking you to transfer funds unexpectedly. If you get any strange request to transfer funds, remember to Stop, Evaluate, and Talk to your banker. Your security is our priority. Stay up to date with the latest scams and signs to look out for by visiting the link below. https://lnkd.in/ecXgmwHR Together, #WeAreFairfieldCounty #StaySET #Security

Fairfield County Bank's CEO, David A. Schneider, was featured in Connecticut Bankers Association (CBA)'s CBA Quarterly for the Fourth Quarter in 2024. This edition highlights his insights on leadership, succession planning, and navigating change in the banking industry. To learn more about Mr. Schneider's career journey and his everchanging role as CEO, read CBA Quarterly using the link below. https://lnkd.in/echGcTdc Together, #WeAreFairfieldCounty

We are excited to announce that Laura Silver, Vice President and Marketing Manager of Fairfield County Bank, received the Innovator of the Year during the 2025 Ridgefield Business Awards. The innovator of the Year is given to an individual or business who has had a profound impact on the Ridgefield community through innovative approaches to their line of business. Please join us in congratulating Laura! To learn more about Ms. Silver's career, read the press release using the link below. https://lnkd.in/ei7jGkBM Photographed, from left to right: Laura Silver, VP, Marketing Manager, Dan Berta, President. Together, #WeAreFairfieldCounty #Innovator #Ridgefield #FairfieldCounty #Marketing

Fairfield County Bank's President, Dan Berta, is featured in E.C. Schultek's The Ten: Short Stories of Ten Business Leaders Who Left a Legacy. Mr. Berta provides great insight on how he uses his core principles of clarity, fairness, respect, and accountability to inspire confidence, build lasting relationships, and create meaningful results.    Here at Fairfield County Bank, we are committed to upholding these principles every day, ensuring we provide the highest level of service and expertise to our clients. #Leadership #ProfessionalGrowth #Banking

Our team had a fantastic time volunteering at the Ridgefield Playhouse's performance of Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System! We were able to usher over 1,000 students to their seats to enjoy the show and helped serve lunch to over 230 students from the Cesar A. Batalla School, the Multicultural Magnet School, and the Thomas Hooker School, all from Bridgeport. Additionally, the Playhouse was able to provide each student with a copy of the accompanying Magic School Bus book to take home to enjoy with their families. Join us in supporting Ridgefield Playhouse in providing local schools with free lunches and books by donating using the link below. Just $25 provides 4 books or 5 lunches! https://lnkd.in/e5taWRdC Fairfield County Bank Volunteers pictured, from left to right: Ann DeJesu, Kauli Dos Santos, Laura Silver, MaryBeth Prunty Fairfield County Financial Services Together, #WeAreFairfieldCounty #Ridgefield #TheRidgefieldPlayhouse

Fairfield County Bank is pledging to match up to $7,500 of donations made to the Ridgefield Playhouse’s “From Page to Stage” book initiative. The Bank has been a longstanding supporter of The Ridgefield Playhouse's Arts in Education program and with it, the “From Page to Stage” initiative that began last year. In 2024, the Playhouse gifted over 3,600 books to students attending free performances, which correspond to the performance and the students’ current curriculum. To learn more about the Ridgefield Playhouse and their Arts in Education program, visit the link below. https://lnkd.in/gTKx8Uj8 Together, #WeAreFairfieldCounty