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Stay informed about what is happening at our branches and within the communities we serve.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, September 1, 2023 —bankESB has received the 2023 Corporate Citizenship Award from Boston Business Journal, recognizing the bank as one of Massachusetts’ top corporate charitable contributors. It’s the ninth year in a row that bankESB has received the honor.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, August 23, 2023 — bankESB invites customers and members of the community to two free Shred Days at local offices.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, July 24, 2023 — Hometown Financial Group, parent company of bankESB, announced today that it was named a 2023 Financial Services Industry Top Workplaces national award winner.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, July 24, 2023 — Matthew Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank is awarding up to $25,000 in a matching challenge grant to support the Amherst Hurricanes Boosters’ Transformative Uses for Regional Fields (T.U.R.F). Project. Alongside the support of parents and community members, the total could reach as much as $50,000.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, July 13, 2023 — bankESB recently awarded $5,000 to the Belchertown Pickleball Community and Belchertown Orioles Athletic Association to support the initiative of building two new community pickleball courts at 59 State Street in Belchertown.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, July 11, 2023 — bankESB recently promoted Peter Gilbert to assistant branch manager of its 241 Northampton Street branch in Easthampton, MA.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, July 5, 2023 — bankESB recently promoted Tim Czerniejewski to assistant vice president, commercial lending.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, May 25, 2023 — Hometown Mortgage is hosting three first-time home buyer seminars on June 6, June 7, and June 13 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 7 Campus Lane in Easthampton, MA.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS May 25, 2023 — bankESB recently announced that Joe Williams has been hired as vice president, commercial lender.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, May 23, 2023 — bankESB recently promoted Brenna Breeding to digital marketing officer.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, May 15, 2023 — bankESB recently announced that Gary Turku has been named senior vice president, retail banking officer for bankESB, succeeding Nancy Lapointe who recently retired.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, April 21, 2023 — bankESB recently promoted Ian Megraw to information technology officer.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, MARCH 31, 2023 — Audrey Chechile of Wilbraham has joined the bankESB marketing department as its marketing communications manager.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, March 15, 2023 — bankESB invites customers and members of the community to two free Shred Days at local offices. Events will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on the following dates and at the following locations.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, March 13, 2023 — This past weekend, federal regulators seized the assets of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. In light of these events, we’d like to assure you that your deposits are safe, sound, and fully insured at bankESB.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, February 17, 2023 — bankESB recently announced that David Gadouas has been hired as assistant vice president, branch officer of the bank’s State Street, Belchertown office.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, February 9, 2023 — bankESB recently announced that two of its employees have been promoted to officer.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, FEBRUARY 3, 2023 – bankESB and its employees recently made donations of more than $56,700 to the United Way of the Franklin & Hampshire Region.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, December 19, 2022 – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank’s second annual Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive raised $35,000 for local food pantries.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, December 1, 2022 — bankESB has recently promoted Meridith Salois to vice president, commercial credit systems management.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, November 29, 2022 — Hometown Mortgage, a division of bankESB, recently announced that Jessica Oliver has been hired as loan officer.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, October 31, 2022 — bankESB has announced four recent promotions: Shelley Bongiovanni to underwriting officer; Devon Bunger to closing and post-closing officer; Bryan Fleury to secondary and system support officer; and Madison Kinney to assistant branch manager, Amherst office.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, October 21, 2022 – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced the kick-off of the bank’s 2022 Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive to help support local food pantries.
EASTHAMPTON AND ABINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS— OCTOBER 7, 2022 — Hometown Financial Group, Inc., the multi-bank mutual holding company for bankESB, bankHometown, and Abington Bank, has completed its acquisition of Randolph Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNDB), the bank holding company for Envision Bank. Under the agreement, the acquired Envision Bank branches have been rebranded as Abington Bank.
EASTHAMPTON AND QUINCY, MASSACHUSETTS — SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 — Hometown Financial Group, Inc. (“Hometown”), the multi-bank holding company for bankESB, bankHometown and Abington Bank, and Randolph Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNDB) (“Randolph”), the bank holding company for Envision Bank, jointly announced today that all regulatory approvals relating to the acquisition by Hometown of Randolph and Envision Bank have been received.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, September 16, 2022 – bankESB recently made a $5,000 donation to Behavioral Health Network, Inc. towards the Katherine B. Wilson Staff Excellence Fund to support the career and professional development of the organization’s workforce.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, September 13, 2022 — Cara Cusson of Greenfield has joined the bankESB Marketing Department as its marketing communications manager.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, September 9, 2022 — The Boston Business Journal has named bankESB an honoree in its annual 2022 Corporate Citizenship Awards, a recognition of the region's top corporate charitable contributors.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, September 7, 2022 — bankESB has announced three recent promotions: Nathaniel Munson to vice president, commercial credit officer; Lisa Phakos to compliance officer; and David Viamari to assistant vice president, assistant controller.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, September 2, 2022 – bankESB recently made a $5,000 donation to Easthampton Neighbors to help provide services and programs to assist Easthampton seniors, and to support EN’s participation in the Pioneer Valley Memory Care Initiative.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, August 19, 2022 — bankESB invites customers and members of the community to two free Shred Days at local offices. Events will be held on the following dates and at the following locations. No appointment is necessary.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, August 5, 2022 — bankESB recently donated $5,000 to the Hampshire Regional YMCA to help fund continued wellness programming and family services in Hampshire County. This brings the bank’s total contributions to the organization over the past two years to more than $20,000.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, August 3, 2022 — bankESB recently promoted Karen DeMaio to assistant vice president, IRA and operations risk management.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, July 29, 2022 – bankESB has made a $5,000 donation to Valley Community Development to sponsor a first-time homebuyer webinar series taking place this August.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, July 1, 2022 – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank has pledged $30,000 over three years to Girls Inc. of the Valley.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, July 1, 2022 — bankESB recently announced the promotion of Melissa Georgiadis to assistant branch manager of its King St., Northampton office.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, June 10, 2022 — bankESB recently promoted Erik J. Lamothe to assistant vice president, asset liability management.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, May 24, 2022 – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank has made a $500,000 challenge grant to support the Emergency Department at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, May 5, 2022 — bankESB has promoted three of its officers to vice president.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, April 8, 2022 — bankESB recently announced that Maureen Rossman has been promoted to eBanking officer.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, March 2022 – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank is making a $15,000 community grant to the Children’s Advocacy Center of Hampshire County to help support the organization’s efforts to expand and enhance its child abuse prevention, services, and advocacy efforts through capital improvements to the CAC house at 593 Elm St., Northampton.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, March 30, 2022 — bankESB invites customers and members of the community to two free Shred Days at local offices. Events will be held from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on the following dates and at the following locations. No appointment is necessary.
EASTHAMPTON AND QUINCY, MASSACHUSETTS — MARCH 28, 2022 — Hometown Financial Group, Inc. (“Hometown”), the multi-bank holding company for bankESB, bankHometown and Abington Bank, and Randolph Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: RNDB) (“Randolph”), the bank holding company for Envision Bank, jointly announced today that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Hometown will acquire Randolph.
Scammers are contacting customers, pretending to be their bank’s Fraud department, asking for Online Banking login information and Zelle codes to make fraudulent Zelle payments. They’re also telling customers to “reverse” fraudulent Zelle transactions by making Zelle payments to themselves—which go to the scammer.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, March 4, 2022 – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank has pledged $50,000 over five years to the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, February 18, 2022 — Barbara Yanke, bankESB’s senior vice president, residential lending, has been named to the board of directors of the Massachusetts Mortgage Bankers Association.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, February 18, 2022 – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank will pledge $150,000 over the next five years to help address food insecurity across the Pioneer Valley.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, FEBRUARY 7, 2022 – bankESB and its employees recently made donations of more than $60,000 to two United Way organizations in Western Massachusetts.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, February 1, 2022 — Hometown Financial Group, parent company of bankESB, today was named to the list of 2022 top workplaces by Energage.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, January 11, 2022 – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank’s inaugural Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive raised $39,000 for local food pantries.
December 8, 2021 - Updated information about PPP loans.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, December 3, 2021 — bankESB, with 11 offices throughout Western Massachusetts, recently announced that Rachel M. Yates of Springfield has been hired as portfolio manager. She will be based in the bank’s Northampton St., Easthampton, office.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, December 3, 2021 — bankESB recently announced the promotion of Michael S. Fitzgerald to vice president, information technology officer, and Alison L. Tower to vice president, compliance and Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) officer.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, October 15, 2021 – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced the kick-off of the bank’s 2021 Neighbors Helping Neighbors fundraising drive to help support local food pantries.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, October 8, 2021 — bankESB was named one of Massachusetts’ top performing banks for both its customer service and trustworthiness, placing in the top 10 in both categories in the 2021 Banking Choice Awards.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, October 1, 2021 — bankESB President and CEO Matthew S. Sosik announced today that the Boston Business Journal has named bankESB an honoree in its annual 2021 Corporate Citizenship Awards, a recognition of the region's top corporate charitable contributors.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, August 27, 2021 — bankESB invites customers and members of the community to three free Shred Days at local offices.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, August 13, 2021 — bankESB recently announced the promotion of Tiffany Raines to vice president, branch officer of its Sargeant St., Holyoke office.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, August 5, 2021 — bankESB recently announced the promotion of Robyn Michaud to assistant branch manager of its Granby Rd., South Hadley office.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, July 9, 2021 — Matthew S. Sosik was elected to the 20-member Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Bankers Association (MBA) at its annual meeting in June.
Easthampton Savings Bank, also known as bankESB, of Easthampton, Massachusetts has petitioned the Massachusetts Division of Banks for permission to close a branch office located at 21 Locust Street, Northampton, Massachusetts 01060.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, May 21, 2021 — bankESB recently announced the promotion of Denise M. Clark to assistant branch manager of its Broad St., Westfield, office.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, May 14, 2021 — bankESB recently announced the addition of Geront “Gary” Turku as vice president, branch officer of its Locust St., Northampton office.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, MAY 7, 2021 — bankESB President and CEO Matthew S. Sosik recently announced that the bank was selected to participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s 2021 Equity Builder and Housing Our Workforce programs.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, April 30, 2021 — bankESB recently announced the promotion of Darci L. Furr to branch officer of its Broad St., Westfield, office.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, March 26, 2021 — bankESB’s Amherst branch staff recently surprised five area non-profit organizations with charitable donations totaling $10,000.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, March 26, 2021 — bankESB recently announced the promotions of Melissa LaBonte to core systems officer and Stephanie Vincelette to human resources operations officer.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, March 11, 2021 — bankESB recently pledged financial support totaling $150,000 to CitySpace, the nonprofit arts organization overseeing the restoration and management of Old Town Hall into a center of the arts for the city of Easthampton and western Massachusetts.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, MARCH 5, 2021 —In lieu of its annual customer appreciation holiday event, bankESB recently donated a total of $15,000 to six western Massachusetts community organizations.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, January 29, 2021 — bankESB recently announced that Barbara Yanke has been promoted to senior vice president, residential lending.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, October 27, 2020 — Last week, bankESB celebrated the virtual grand opening of its newest branch location at 253 Triangle Street, Amherst.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, OCTOBER 2, 2020 — bankESB has hired David J. Viamari of West Springfield as Accounting Officer.
EASTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS, September 25, 2020 — bankESB is pleased to announce that it was recently honored for overall quality and commitment to the community.
To help you better understand and comply with the rules and requirements of your Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan, we are sharing information from the U.S. Treasury and other resources.
Easthampton, Massachusetts,August 10, 2020 — Leighanne Sullivan of Westfield has joined the bankESB Marketing Department as its social media coordinator.
Easthampton, Massachusetts,August 10, 2020 — bankESB has promoted Nathaniel Munson of Westfield to assistant vice president–portfolio manager.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, July 31, 2020 — bankESB has promoted Southampton resident Jennifer Bauer to assistant branch manager of the bank’s 134 College Highway, Southampton, office.
I hope this letter finds you healthy and safe. When the Coronavirus first reached our shores a few months ago, I don’t think any of us fully imagined the impact it would have on our everyday lives. We’re heartbroken for the family and friends directly affected by COVID-19. We’re adjusting to social distancing and seeing familiar faces behind masks and plexiglass. And we’re applauding the essential workers helping us through it all.
Easthampton, Massachusetts - Brenna Breeding of West Springfield has joined the bankESB Marketing Department as its digital marketing manager. In this role, she will be responsible for providing strategic, tactical, and analytical support for online and digital marketing initiatives for bankESB and across the member banks of its parent company, Hometown Financial Group.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, May 22, 2020 –bankESB recently donated $5,000 to the Easthampton Community Center to help cover additional costs of the Kid’s Bag Pantry program resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that Erin Joyce has been promoted to vice president, special assets.
Ms. Joyce has more than 30 years of banking experience, much of it in the areas of residential and consumer collections. She joined bankESB in 2014 as special assets manager, and since then has been promoted to special assets officer and assistant vice president, special assets
Easthampton, Massachusetts — bankESB has approved a PPP loan to Riverside Industries Inc. which will allow the Easthampton-based day program to continue serving its more than 250 clients and pay its nearly 200 employees for the next eight weeks.
From FDIC Consumer News: Protect yourself against imposters. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has received reports of fraudulent communications that have the appearance of being from this agency. Fraudsters know that people trust the FDIC name, so scammers use the FDIC’s name and logo, and even the names of actual employees, in perpetrating fraudulent schemes.
Since 1869, bankESB has supported its customers and communities during times of prosperity and optimism and through times of hardship and doubt. Through it all, bankESB has been dedicated to ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of our customers, employees, and members of the community. That is why we continue to monitor the developments and potential impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Millions of older adults fall prey to financial scams every year. Use these tips from NCOA and the Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement to protect yourself or an older adult you know.
Easthampton, Massachusetts — Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that Natalie Didonna has been promoted to Assistant Vice President and Branch Officer of the bank’s main office at 36 Main Street, Easthampton, as well as its office at 241 Northampton Street, Easthampton. In this role, Ms. Didonna will be responsible for all of the functions of both offices, leading a team of tellers and customer service representatives in providing superior service to customers.
Easthampton, Massachusetts — Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that Jessica West has been promoted to Assistant Vice President and Branch Officer of the bank’s new 253 Triangle Street, Amherst, location. In this role, West will be responsible for all of the functions of the branch office, leading a team of tellers and customer service representatives in providing superior service to customers.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank recently donated $61,000 to the United Way of Hampshire County. The bank directly pledged $25,000, while the bank’s employees contributed another $36,000 of their own funds in support of the United Way’s workplace campaign. That campaign provides employees with the opportunity to donate and direct funds, volunteer time, and advocate for causes that are most important to them.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank has donated a total of $25,000 to help fund three capital campaigns designed to improve public facilities in the town of Hadley.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank recently pledged $20,000 to the Northampton Education Foundation (NEF) Endowment. The commitment, which will be funded over the next five years, will help NEF meet its goal of raising $1 million for its endowment. This most recent commitment, combined with the bank’s previous donations, creates the unrestricted bankESB Fund for Northampton Education under the direction of NEF.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank recently donated $2,500 to sponsor the town of Hatfield’s 350th Anniversary celebration.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the bank recently donated $3,500 to sponsor the annual Hot Chocolate Run, an event held by Safe Passage, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a world free of domestic violence and relationship abuse.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that Thomas P. Florence joined the Bank as Vice President of Government Banking.
Prior to joining bankESB, Florence worked for the Town of East Longmeadow, MA, as Town Clerk, Treasurer/Tax Collector from 2003 to 2016; and Clerk of the Council from 2016 to 2019. Prior to working for the Town of East Longmeadow, Florence worked as a Plant Controller for Hercules, Inc., located in Chicopee, MA, and as a Divisional Controller for Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company, located in Springfield, MA.
Easthampton, Massachusetts, November 1, 2019 – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that the Boston Business Journal (BBJ) named bankESB to its 2018 Top Corporate Charitable Contributors List.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that bankESB has contributed $10,000 to the Holyoke Community College (HCC) Foundation, Inc., MGM Culinary Arts Institute (CAI).
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, recently announced the following promotions.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that Forbes has named bankESB to the Best-In-State Bank List for the second year in a row. Forbes, a top ranked magazine and global media company, and Statista, an online statistics, market research and business intelligence portal, recently released the list.
bankESB is marking its 150th birthday this year, and there is much to celebrate, especially a century and a half of being a true hometown bank.
Easthampton, Massachusetts - Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that the Easthampton Saving Bank Foundation awarded a $3,000 grant to the Annual Campaign for the West Springfield Boys and Girls Club Inc. (WSBGC).
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that the Easthampton Saving Bank Foundation awarded a $5,000 grant to the Capital Campaign for the John P. Musante Health Center of Hilltown Community Health Center, Inc. (HCHC).
Easthampton, Massachusetts – We would like to congratulate Alexandra Chapman on her successful transition from interning in the Commercial Credit Department to accepting a position as a Commercial Credit Assistant. Alex is currently pursuing both her Bachelor’s in Business Administration and an MBA in Financial Management from Husson University.
Easthampton, MA – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that the Easthampton Savings Bank Foundation has awarded a $5,000 grant to the Hampshire Regional YMCA’s Renew and Restore Project.
Florence, Massachusetts - On Saturday, June 1st, people gathered to celebrate the newly built Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity home located at 1 Garfield Avenue in Florence to learn more about Dennis Reish, the homeowner and part of the project team, and how this is the first small home to be built as part of Pioneer Valley Habitat’s Big Enough Initiative project.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that the Easthampton Saving Bank Foundation awarded a $2,500 grant to the Northampton Survival Center’s “Partners in Doing Good Business” program.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that the Easthampton Savings Bank Foundation recently awarded a $5,000 grant to purchase a new van for the Belchertown Senior Citizens’ Center.
Easthampton, Massachusetts – The Easthampton Savings Bank Foundation presented a check for $3,000 to the Easthampton Community Center. Their website will provide information on services and assistance to residents of the greater Easthampton area.
In this era of rampant mobile banking, opening a physical branch is a different proposition than it used to be, Matt Sosik said. But it’s still an important one.
“At this point in the cycle of our industry, branching has fallen by the wayside a little bit,” said Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, which recently opened its 11th branch on Sargeant Street in Holyoke — a move that, despite the declining emphasis on bricks and mortar, made a lot of sense.
“We feel we’ve been banking with the people of Holyoke for years and years, so Holyoke is a natural extension of our footprint,” he said, noting that today’s branches are smaller and more efficient than those built in the past, but still must emphasize customer service — something that Tiffany Raines, Holyoke’s branch manager, has said she will emphasize there.
We are excited that Forbes named bankESB the runner-up in their first-ever Best-In-State Bank survey. We want to thank YOU for making that happen.
Forbes, a top ranked magazine and global media company, and Statista, an online statistics, market research and business intelligence portal, named bankESB the runner-up in their first-ever Best-In-State Bank survey.
Easthampton, MA: Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, presented a check for $75,000 to Riverside Industries on December 19, 2018, toward the Riverside Industries Bridge Replacement Campaign.
The donation to Riverside Industries came from the need to replace a 90 year-old bridge on their property that had become unsound, which was critical to the safety of over 500 people who live and work there. This bridge now provides emergency access and a safer path to enter and exit the entrance to the building.
Easthampton, MA – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that Amy Fyden has been hired as the Assistant Vice President, Branch Officer, of the Hadley branch on 100 East Street. Fyden will be taking over for John Vassallo, Vice President and Senior Branch Officer of the Hadley branch, who will be retiring on January 18, 2019.
Easthampton, MA –Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that Michael T. Oleksak has been hired as the Vice President of Commercial Lending.
Oleksak brings over 15 years of experience in banking, most recently serving as the Vice President of Commercial Lending Officer for Westfield Bank, managing a $25+ million portfolio. Before Westfield Bank, Oleksak was the Assistant Vice President, Business Banking Officer at United Bank based in West Springfield, MA.
Have you seen our newest commercial yet? We chose Holyoke because we believe in the power of being a good neighbor. Our new Holyoke branch NOW OPEN at 170 Sargeant Street in Holyoke. Stop by and visit us today.
Easthampton, MA – Matthew S. Sosik, President and CEO of bankESB, announced that Tiffany Raines has been hired as the Assistant Vice President, Branch Officer, of the new Holyoke branch located at 170 Sargeant Street (the corner of Sargeant Street and Beech Street).
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Stanley Paulauskas, President of FPS Inc., was presented the bankESB Director Community Service Award at the Board of Directors Meeting yesterday evening. In presenting this award, Matt Sosik, President & CEO of bankESB, praised Stan’s community involvement, which includes over 15 years with the Easthampton Learning Foundation (ELF) as a Director. Stan currently serves as the President of ELF’s Board of Directors.
L to R: Stanley Paulauskas, President of FPS Inc.; Matt Sosik, President & CEO of bankESB
EASTHAMPTON, MA - We would like to give a warm welcome back to Christopher Tarbox, a recent graduate of the University of Hartford, with a degree in Business Administration and Economics/Finance. Chris participated in our bankESB Summer Internship Program in the Commercial Credit Department, and continued as a part-time employee while he completed his degree during the fall semester. Chris has returned as a full-time Credit Analyst, working under the direction of Rob Wheten, Vice President and Commercial Credit Officer.
Pictured from L to R: Christopher Tarbox, Credit Analyst; Rob Wheten, Vice President and Commercial Credit Officer; and Lora Thayer, Commercial Lending Assistant