We are pleased to welcome Jonathan Dowst as Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer. Dowst brings extensive banking experience to NHMB and its affiliates, Meredith Village Savings Bank, Merrimack County Savings Bank, Savings Bank of Walpole, and NHTrust. He will be based in Concord at NHMB’s Foundry St. operations facility. “I’m excited to have […]
Archives for 2025
Paintings for a Purpose Raises Over $11,000 for Local Nonprofits
MVSB is proud to announce that the 2024 ‘Paintings for a Purpose’ art show raised $11,500 from the sale of art and donations. The art show featured paintings from local watercolor artist Dr. Marc Bard and wildlife photographer Dr. John Ingard, and ran throughout the summer at the Bank’s Meredith and Wolfeboro branch offices. Three […]
MVSB Supports Majestic Theatre in Conway with Tax Credit Purchase
The Mountain Top Music Center, which operates the Majestic Theatre and Café in Conway, recently received tax credits from the New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) to further its mission of enriching lives and building community by providing inspiring music education and performance and listening opportunities. MVSB is proud to purchase $10,000 in tax […]
Sunipa ‘Toon’ Devito Promoted to Oversee MVSB Moultonborough Office
MVSB is excited to announce that Sunipa “Toon” Devito has been promoted to oversee the Bank’s Moultonborough Office as Branch & Business Development Manager. In this role, she will support the location’s customers, employees and community involvement initiatives. “Toon brings enthusiasm and genuine care to every customer interaction and she has been well regarded by […]
Sue Smulski Joins MVSB to Lead Exeter Branch Office
MVSB is proud to welcome Sue Smulski as Branch & Business Development Manager to lead the Exeter office at 2 Meeting Place Drive. In this role, she will support customers, employees, businesses and expand on community involvement initiatives. The Exeter office recently opened its doors in July 2024. “We are thrilled to have Sue join […]
MVSB Donates $10,000 to Support Kevin Peare Memorial Skate Park in North Conway
Fundraising and planning for the Kevin Peare Memorial Skate Park in North Conway began in 2017 with Caren and Anna Peare to honor the memory of Kevin Peare, a Conway native who passed away that same year. Since then, the skate park’s Board of Directors and Committee have been diligently working to raise needed funds to construct […]
MVSB Fund Awards Grants to 42 Local Nonprofits
The MVSB Fund at New Hampshire Charitable Foundation has awarded $114,933 to 42 local nonprofit organizations. This includes $96,183 granted to 27 local agencies and $18,750 distributed to 15 local food pantries to help address food insufficiency in the Bank’s communities. The grants are in addition to MVSB’s contributions throughout the year in the form […]
MVSB’s Mitten Tree Program Brings Warmth and Nourishment to Local Communities
With the support and generosity of local community members, MVSB collected 1,933 mittens, hats, gloves and scarves during their annual Mitten Tree drive. The Bank has matched the contribution with $2 per item – a total of $3,866 that will be split between 11 local nonprofits addressing childhood food insufficiency. MVSB’s tradition of gathering cold-weather […]
Deb Sturgeon Promoted to MVSB Branch & Business Development Manager in Center Harbor
Debra “Deb” Sturgeon has been promoted to oversee the MVSB Center Harbor Office as Branch and Business Development Manager. In this role, she will support the location’s customers, employees and community involvement initiatives. Deb previously served as Branch Services Supervisor at the same location and takes the place of Marc Fils-Aime, who recently transitioned to oversee […]
The Merrimack Welcomes Scott Nichols to Commercial Lending
Merrimack County Savings Bank (The Merrimack) welcomes Scott Nichols to its growing Commercial Lending Team as Vice President Commercial Loan Officer. In this role, Nichols will work with local businesses in the Greater Concord area to support their unique financial needs and achieve their financial goals. “Scott is a great addition to the team,” said David Peterson, […]