Robert (“Rob”) Soloway has joined New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB) as Senior Vice President, Chief Technology and Services Officer. In this role, Soloway leads and oversees technological strategy and implementation for Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB), Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack), Savings Bank of Walpole (SBW) and MillRiver Wealth Management. He is based in Concord, at NHMB’s operations facility for Concord-based employees on 16 Foundry Street. “We’re happy to have Rob onboard,” said Gregg Tewksbury, President and CEO of New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp. “Technology is essential to ensuring we meet the security, ease of use, service and product expectations […]
Archives for 2019
Philip Emma to Retire
Philip (“Phil”) Emma, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp (NHMB), is retiring on December 31st after 20 years with the organization. Phil has had an extensive career in financial and operational roles for public and private companies and financial institutions, spanning 44 years. He joined Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack) in 2000 as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer. In 2008, he was promoted to Executive Vice President, and in 2010 added the responsibilities of COO for the Bank. He became Executive Vice President of NHMB upon its formation in 2013, […]
December 17: The Portsmouth Office will be closing at 1pm due to today’s weather. Online Banking, Mobile Banking, Telephone Banking and ATMs will all be available during this period. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire Supported by MVSB
Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) recently purchased $25,000 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) in support of the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH). The Bank’s investment supports the Black Heritage Trail’s mission to interpret and share NH’s African American history through exhibits, programs and tours. “We’re very thankful for this generous contribution from Meredith Village Savings Bank,” said JerriAnne Boggis, Executive Director, Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire. “Contributions like this one make it possible for us to continue our valuable work. Our organization works hard to honor and share a truer, […]
Pamela Noble Announces Retirement
Pamela Noble, Vice President, Mortgage Sales Operations Officer for Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) and Merrimack County Savings Bank (the Merrimack), is retiring on December 31, 2019, after more than 29 years with the Bank. Noble is based out of the MVSB Main Office in Meredith, and has worked at that location since 2000. “Pam has been an integral member of the mortgage lending team,” said Carol Bickford, Senior Vice President, Residential Mortgage Lending. “She has exceptional leadership qualities and dedicates herself to service. It has been my pleasure to work alongside her. Pam has been a remarkable employee and […]
MVSB to Host Annual Mitten Tree Drive at All Offices
Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) is requesting newly handmade or store-bought mittens, hats, gloves and scarves for their annual Mitten Tree drive, now through December 31st. The Mitten Tree drive awards $2 for every item collected. This year’s dollar contribution is designated for Boulder Point Veteran Housing. Newly handmade or store-bought mittens, hats, gloves and scarves can be dropped off at MVSB branch locations. Non-profits in need of mittens, hats, gloves and scarves should contact the Bank office closest to them. A complete list of offices and hours are available at mvsb.com. “The Mitten Tree is an annual holiday tradition […]
Protect Against Ransomware
A particularly alarming form of malware continues to impact businesses and consumers. “Ransomware” is a harmful software that restricts access to an infected computer and requests that the victim pay ransom in order to regain control of the system, files or accounts. The fraudster perpetrating the ransomware may even monitor the victim’s activity for a period prior to deploying the scam so that they can display actual personal or financial information to scare the victim into paying the ransom. Computers are generally infected with the ransomware when the victim receives a phony email claiming to be from a government agency, […]
Increase in Counterfeit $100 Bills
Local Businesses: We’ve been made aware of an increase in counterfeit $100 bills circulating in the area. We encourage you to take a moment to refresh your employees on currency identification procedures. Click here for a copy of the Secret Service’s Know Your Money Guide.
MVSB Supports WEDCO
Meredith Village Savings Bank (MVSB) recently purchased $12,500 in tax credits through the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) in support of the Wentworth Economic Development Corporation (WEDCO). The Bank’s investment supports businesses and the creation of employment opportunities, through development assistance and financing. Benefitting towns include Brookfield, Effingham, Farmington, Middleton, Milton, Moultonborough, New Durham, Sandwich, Tuftonboro, Wakefield and Wolfeboro. “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 […]
“Spoofed” Phone Calls Claiming to be From Local Banks
Please be aware that area consumers have reported receiving suspicious phone calls that appear to be coming from Meredith Village Savings Bank and other local financial institutions. The caller ID information displayed is “spoofed” to appear as though it originated from the bank. Meredith Village Savings Bank won’t contact you requesting financial payment information such as your account or debit card number. These calls are fraudulent and are not being made by MVSB or any other local financial institution. Should you receive a phone call of this nature, please hang up and do not provide any information. If you’ve received […]