News
5/19/2020
2020 Annual Meeting Information
For Ledyard shareholders planning on attending our Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 28 at 9:00 a.m., the meeting will go on as planned at our operations center (66 Benning Street, West Lebanon NH).
12/5/2022
> Ledyard Recognized as a Best Place to Work
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that it has been named, once again, one of Business NH Magazine’s 2022 Best Companies to Work For. This award joins two other recent honors, both awarded by American Banker, the banking industry’s premier daily newspaper. Named for the third year in a row as a Best Bank to Work For, with a ranking this year of #27 out of 90 banks who qualified, Ledyard was also recognized by the publication as one of the Top 200 Community Banks in the nation.
12/30/2022
> $25,000 Donation to Two Local Organizations
Ledyard National Bank was pleased to donate a total of $25,000 recently to two important community organizations. One was $10,000 to Visions for Creative Housing Solutions to further support their mission to provide residential options, services and support designed to meet the needs of adults with developmental disabilities and similar disabling conditions. The other was $15,000 to Kimball Jenkins, who works to cultivate creativity, make arts education accessible, and honor historic preservation.
2/14/2023
> LNB Offers Assistance to Home Buyers Through FHLB Boston Program
Ledyard National Bank has been selected to participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston's Equity Builder Program, which assists local home buyers with down-payment and closing costs as well as home buyer counseling and rehabilitation assistance.
2/7/2023
> Ledyard Executive Team Promotions
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce two recent promotions: Susan Fernald, SVP to Chief Banking Officer and Mike Parisi, SVP to Chief Strategy Officer.
3/14/2023
> A Message from our CEO & President
Over the last few days, news outlets have reported that two banks, Silicon Valley Bank headquartered in California, the 16th largest bank in the country, and Signature Bank headquartered in New York, have been shut down by government regulators.
As this is unsettling, we want to assure you that Ledyard National Bank remains well capitalized and in excellent standing with bank regulators. The two banks mentioned above have unique business models with exposure to volatile industries such as cryptocurrency. They were involved in many non-traditional business sectors which led to their financial challenges.
5/19/2023
> Ledyard Appoints Josephine Moran as CEO, Successor to Retiring CEO, Kathy Underwood
Kathy Underwood, CEO of Ledyard Financial Group and Ledyard National Bank, announced at the Company’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 18th that she will be retiring on July 3, 2023. Josephine Moran, President of Ledyard, assumed the role of President & Chief Executive Officer effective May 18, 2023. Ms. Underwood will continue to serve on Ledyard’s Board of Directors. Read more...
5/14/2020
Ledyard Named One of Top 200 Community Banks
Ledyard Financial Group, Inc. (ticker symbol LFGP), the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, was ranked among the Top 200 publicly traded banks and thrifts under $2 billion in assets in the United States by American Banker Magazine for the sixth consecutive year.
2/26/2020
Boston Fed Announces Members of 2020 Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council
March, 2020 Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Kathy Underwood, President & CEO, has been appointed to the Federal Reserve’s First District Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council (CDIAC).
2/25/2020
Ledyard National Bank Donates to West Central Behavioral Health
February 25, 2020 Ledyard National Bank recently donated $500 to West Central Behavioral Health in support of their important programming and services that treat mental illness and substance use disorders, while working to eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness in our society.
2/18/2020
Ledyard National Bank Sponsors Footloose at The New London Barn Playhouse
February 18, 2020 Ledyard National Bank recently donated $2500 to The New London Barn Playhouse, continuing their support by sponsoring Footloose, running August 14-23. Ledyard is proud to support the Playhouse and help contribute to one of the oldest continuously operating summer theaters in the country.
2/10/2020
Ledyard National Bank Donates to The Family Place
February 10, 2020 Ledyard National Bank recently donated $1000 to The Family Place to support their upcoming Force for the Future Luncheon on March 31, 2020.
1/3/2020
Ledyard Bank - Ledyard National Bank Plans Expansion into Concord, NH with New Branch
Ledyard National Bank is excited to announce the opening of a new branch in Concord, New Hampshire in mid-2020.
10/30/2019
Ledyard Bank Recognized by the American Heart Association for Creating Healthier Workplace
Ledyard National Bank has been recognized by the AHA's Workplace Health Achievement Index as one of only six New Hampshire organizations for creating a healthier workplace and promoting well-being by investing in the health of its workforce and work environment.
9/17/2019
Kathy Underwood, CEO of Ledyard National Bank, receives FIRE industry award
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Kathy Underwood, President and CEO, has been named a 2019 Woman of FIRE by Banking New England Magazine and American Business Media.
9/10/2019
Ledyard Bank Named One of the Best Banks to Work For
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that it has been named one of Business NH Magazine’s 2019 Best Companies to Work For.
8/7/2019
Ledyard Names Jay Benson to its Board of Directors
Ledyard Financial Group, the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, is pleased to announce that Jay Benson has joined its Board of Directors effective July 16, 2019.
7/18/2019
President of Ledyard Financial Advisors Appointed to Northern Stage Board of Directors
Hanover, NH: Dennis B. Mitchell CFP®, President & Managing Director of Ledyard Financial Advisors was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of Northern Stage. His tenure at Ledyard Financial Advisors began in 2008 as the organization’s Senior Vice President & Business Development Officer and has been recognized for over 30 years of wealth management experience.
7/17/2019
APD receives $2,500 Gift from Ledyard National Bank for FitScripts Program
APD received a $2,500 gift from Ledyard National Bank to support the FitScripts Program.
7/15/2019
Online banking will be temporarily unavailable on 7/21 due to upgrades
Please be advised that on Sunday July 21st, beginning at 10pm, online banking, mobile banking and account information via our automated phone system will not be accessible to our clients while we install system enhancements to improve your user experience.
6/12/2019
Ledyard Honors Leadership Upper Valley Graduates
On June 12, 2019, Michael Urnezis, Ledyard National Bank’s Senior Vice President of Mortgage and Consumer Lending, along with thirty representatives of local non-profit organizations and businesses, graduated from Vital Communities’ Leadership Upper Valley Program (LUV).
6/5/2019
Ledyard Financial Group Honors Retiring Chair
At Ledyard Financial Group, Inc.’s (Ticker symbol LFGP) annual shareholder meeting on May 23, 2019, Dr. Dennis E. Logue retired from his position as Chair of the Board of Directors as he reached the mandatory retirement age.
6/5/2019
Ledyard Named One of Top 200 Community Banks
Ledyard Financial Group, Inc., (ticker symbol LFPG) the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, was ranked among the Top 200 publicly traded banks and thrifts under $2 billion in assets in the United States by American Banker Magazine for the fifth consecutive year.
5/21/2019
Ledyard National Bank proudly sponsors the 2019 Well Done Awards presented by the Capital Area Wellness Coalition.
On Monday May 20th, bank representatives were present to honor and support the mission of the coalition.
4/30/2019
Ledyard National Bank Offers Assistance to Home Buyers Through FHLB Boston Program
Ledyard National Bank has been selected to participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston's Equity Builder Program, which assists local home buyers with down-payment and closing costs as well as home buyer counseling and rehabilitation assistance.
2/12/2019
New dawn of exciting enhancements
Big improvements for us mean exciting improvements to your banking experience
12/14/2018
Ledyard Names Willemien Dingemans Miller to its Board of Directors
Ledyard Financial Group, the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, is pleased to announce that Willemien Dingemans Miller has joined its Board of Directors effective December 3, 2018.
11/6/2018
Ledyard Names Mark Beliveau to their Board of Directors
Ledyard Financial Group (ticket symbol LFGP), holding company for Ledyard National Bank, is pleased to announce that Mark Beliveau has joined their Board of Directors effective October 23, 2018.
8/22/2018
Ledyard National Bank Welcomes Susan Fernald
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce Susan Fernald as Senior Vice President, Banking Operations Officer, joining Ledyard's Senior Management Team.
8/1/2018
Ledyard National Bank Announces New Senior Vice President, Manager Private Banking
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that William Logan has joined Ledyard Financial Advisors as Senior Vice President and Manager of their Private Banking division.
7/20/2018
Ledyard National Bank Donates to Vital Communities Affordable Workforce Housing Initiative
Ledyard National Bank donated $2,500 this week to help fund new workforce housing efforts at the regional nonprofit organization, Vital Communities.
7/16/2018
Ledyard National Bank Donates to the Good Neighbor Health Clinics
Ledyard National Bank donated $1000 to the Good Neighbor Health Clinics this July to continue their commitment to support the clinic and those most in need in the community.
7/16/2018
Ledyard National Bank Donates to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central New Hampshire
Ledyard National Bank donated $1000 to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central New Hampshire.
7/10/2018
Ledyard National Bank Sponsors COVER Home Repair's Ramps & Roofs Fund
Ledyard National Bank has, once again, sponsored COVER's Ramps and Roofs Fund.
6/20/2018
Ledyard named one of Top 200 Community Banks
Ledyard Financial Group, Inc., (ticker symbol LFPG) the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, was ranked among the Top 200 publicly traded banks and thrifts in the United States by American Banker Magazine for the fourth consecutive year.
5/2/2018
Ledyard National Bank Honors Bill Hammond at the Norwich Women's Club Spring Gala
The Norwich Women's Club hosted their Annual Spring Gala on March 24th co-sponsored by Ledyard National Bank.
3/28/2018
Ledyard Financial Group, Holding Company for Ledyard National Bank, Names Teresa Rhodes Rosenberger to their Board of Directors
Ledyard Financial Group, holding company for Ledyard National Bank, is pleased to announce that Teresa Rhodes Rosenberger has joined their Board of Directors effective January 26, 2018.
3/14/2018
Delayed Branch Openings
Due to inclement weather all branches will be opening at 10:00 AM on 3/14.
3/13/2018
Early Closures
Due to the weather, the Concord branch will be closing at 1:30 PM today, March 13, 2018. All other Ledyard Bank branches will close at 3:00PM.
3/2/2018
Ledyard National Bank Announces New Mortgage Loan Originator at their New London Branch
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce Edward Bidlack as their new Mortgage Loan Originator in their New London, New Hampshire location.
1/4/2018
Early Closures
Due to the weather, all Ledyard Bank branches will close at 3:00PM today, January 4, 2018.
6/9/2020
Katie Blake Promoted to Vice President and Regional Retail Manager
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Katie Blake to Vice President and Regional Retail Manager.
6/11/2020
Robert Christensen Promoted to Senior Vice President and Commercial Loan Officer
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Robert Christensen to Senior Vice President and Commercial Banking Officer.
6/16/2020
Ledyard Welcomes Joe Scearbo as Assistant Vice President and Commercial Relationship Manager
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to welcome Joe Scearbo as an Assistant Vice President and Commercial Relationship Manager in their Commercial Banking Division.
6/17/2020
Ledyard National Bank Donates to Vital Communities
Ledyard National Bank recently donated $5000 to support Vital Communities’ work to strengthen the Upper Valley’s local economy.
6/29/2020
Ledyard National Bank’s Financial Advisors Division Welcomes Susan Winchester as a Senior Financial Advisor
Ledyard Financial Advisors, a division of Ledyard National Bank, is pleased to welcome Susan Winchester, ChFC, CRPS, as a Senior Financial Advisor. In this position, Susan will be responsible for delivering personalized financial solutions to help our clients work toward their long-term financial goals. She excels at managing wealth during times of market volatility, and specializes in client interactions, challenges and needs.
7/17/2020
Ledyard National Bank’s Financial Advisors Division Welcomes Susan Winchester as a Senior Financial Advisor
Ledyard Financial Advisors, a division of Ledyard National Bank, is pleased to welcome Susan Winchester, ChFC, CRPS, as a Senior Financial Advisor.
8/31/2020
Ledyard’s Kathy Underwood Receives Distinguished Leadership Award
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Kathy Underwood, President and CEO, will be presented the Sandra J. Pattie Distinguished Leadership Award at Banking New England’s annual New England Women in Banking Conference. The award is presented to female role models who have made an exceptional mark on the region’s banking industry.
9/20/2020
Ledyard Named One of New Hampshire’s 2020 Best Companies to Work For
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that for the second year in a row, it has been named one of Business NH Magazine’s 2020 Best Companies to Work For!
10/19/2020
Ledyard Celebrates Their Concord Branch Opening with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Ledyard National Bank celebrated their new branch opening in Concord, New Hampshire with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, October 13th.
10/16/2020
Ledyard Announces New Concord, NH Branch
Ledyard National Bank, headquartered in Hanover, New Hampshire, is pleased to announce that it is expanding its services in Concord, NH by opening its full-service banking branch on Monday, October 19, 2020.
10/26/2020
Ledyard National Bank Welcomes Christos Hatzidakis as Branch Manager at its New Concord Branch
Christos Hatzidakis recently joined Ledyard as the Branch Manager of its new retail branch in Concord, bringing with him eighteen years of financial and banking experience.
11/23/2020
Ledyard National Bank Named One of the Best Banks to Work For in 2020 by American Banker
Ledyard National Bank has been named one of the Best Banks to Work For in 2020 by American Banker, the banking industry’s premier daily newspaper.
4/15/2021
Ledyard Financial Group Named One of Top 25 Bank Boards for Women
Ledyard Financial Group (Ticker Symbol: LFGP), the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, is pleased to announce that it has been named as one of the top twenty-five bank boards for women, by Bank Director, an information resource for directors and officers of financial companies.
4/19/2021
Ledyard Financial Group Reports Record Earnings
Ledyard Financial Group, Inc. (ticker symbol LFGP), the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, is proud to announce record earnings for the first quarter of 2021. Our focus continues to be strengthening our financial position, maintaining our strong liquidity position, and preserving core earnings. Our results demonstrate that our financial condition remains strong and that our core businesses continue to thrive in this prolonged difficult environment. As a community bank . . .
4/19/2021
Ledyard National Bank Offers Assistance to Home Buyers
Ledyard National Bank has been selected to participate in two programs offered by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston. The first, known as the Equity Builder Program, assists local home buyers with down-payment and closing costs. The second, the Housing Our Workforce (HOW) program, provides down-payment assistance to homebuyers earning more than 80% and up to 120% of the area median income. Learn more >
5/17/2021
Ledyard Donates to Mental Health Orgs During Mental Health Awareness Month
Ledyard National Bank donated to West Central Behavioral Health and Headrest in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month.
5/11/2021
Ledyard Donates to The Family Place
Ledyard National Bank was pleased to be a Leadership Sponsor for the The Family Place’s Week of the Young Child celebration and Force for the Future Luncheon, Better Together: The Positive Impact on Community Partnerships.
5/14/2021
Ledyard “Plays a Part” in The New London Barn Playhouse’s Capital Campaign
Ledyard National Bank recently committed to “Playing a Part” with a $25,000 donation to New London Barn Playhouse’s capital campaign, which is raising funds to create a vibrant future for the community landmark.
5/24/2021
Ledyard National Bank Donates to New England Healing Sports Association
Ledyard National Bank recently donated $10,000 to New England Healing Sports Association (NEHSA) to further support their mission to serve our community’s veterans and civilians with disabilities through adaptive, outdoor sports.
7/19/2021
Ledyard Named One of the Top 200 Community Banks
Ledyard Financial Group, Inc. (ticker symbol LFGP), the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, was ranked among the Top 200 publicly traded banks and thrifts under $2 billion in assets in the United States by American Banker Magazine for the seventh consecutive year.
6/21/2021
Ledyard National Bank Donates to NH Community Loan Fund and Making Matters New Hampshire
Ledyard National Bank recently donated to the New Hampshire Community Loan Fund and Making Matters New Hampshire; each organization receiving $10,000 in support.
6/29/2021
Ledyard National Bank Donates to Vital Communities and LISTEN
Ledyard National Bank recently donated $5000 to support Vital Communities’ work to strengthen the Upper Valley’s local economy. Ledyard also donated $2000 in support of LISTEN’s Community Dinners program with recognition of the outstanding support role they have played during the pandemic.
7/20/2021
Ledyard National Bank Welcomes Meghan Wilkie
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to welcome Meghan Wilkie as a Vice President in their commercial banking division. With over 13 years in banking, a wide array of skills and deep ties to the area, Meghan understands the value of solution-orientated community banking.
7/21/2021
Ledyard National Bank Welcomes Scott Laughinghouse
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to welcome Scott Laughinghouse as Senior Vice President and Market Executive, responsible for growing Ledyard’s loan, deposit and investment portfolio in the Concord region. Scott brings over 30 years of broad-based banking experience to Ledyard, including 20 years in the Capital Region and central and southern New Hampshire.
7/22/2021
Ledyard National Bank Welcomes Michael Hakoun
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Michael Hakoun has joined the bank as the new Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Ledyard Financial Advisors.
9/3/2021
David Landry Joins as Vice President & Branch Manager at its West Lebanon
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that David Landry recently joined Ledyard as the Vice President & Branch Manager of its West Lebanon, NH branch, bringing with him over 35 years of customer service experience. He follows Gail Broughton, who will be retiring in October after serving Ledyard for the last thirty years.
11/3/2021
Ledyard Gives $30,000 to Celebrate 30 Years
Ledyard Concludes 30th Anniversary Celebration by Giving $30,000 Back to the Community - Ledyard National Bank celebrated community partnerships by honoring ten local non-profit organizations who serve the Concord, Lake Sunapee and Upper Valley regions. Participating organizations included The Concord Coalition to End Homelessness, Hartford Dismas House, The Friendly Kitchen, Good Neighbor Health Clinic, Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice, LISTEN, New Hampshire Children’s Trust, Twin Pines Housing, The Upper Valley Haven and West Central Behavioral Health.
12/9/2021
Ledyard Named One of the Best Banks to Work For
For the second consecutive year, Ledyard National Bank has been named one of the nation’s Best Banks to Work For in 2021 by American Banker, the banking industry’s premier daily newspaper.
3/3/2022
> Payment Solutions and Forward-Thinking Fraud Prevention
WHITE PAPER - As a financial institution, we cannot talk about payment solutions without considering scenarios in which fraudulent activity could occur. As business owners, we must learn about the cybersecurity and payment fraud landscape to understand how to implement ongoing strategies. The goal is to protect businesses and consumers from those who may capitalize from increasing fraud uncertainties.
3/4/2022
> Ledyard Welcomes Josephine Moran as President & CBO
Ledyard Financial Group, Inc. (ticker symbol LFGP), the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, announced today that Josephine Moran has joined the Company as the President and Chief Banking Officer. She reports directly to Ledyard’s Chief Executive Officer, Kathy Underwood.
3/7/2022
> Cody Marshall Promoted to Assistant Vice President
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Cody Marshall to Assistant Vice President. Cody joined Ledyard in 2019 as Ledyard’s Branch Manager in Lebanon, NH. His promotion serves as recognition of his ability to consistently provide his clients with clear and impactful solutions to their financial needs, as well as building strong and lasting relationships based on trust.
9/5/2023
> Chris Kebalka Joins Ledyard as SVP, Team Lead & Commercial Relationship Manager
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to welcome Chris Kebalka as Senior Vice President, Team Lead and Commercial Relationship Manager. With over thirty years in banking, a wide variety of skills and ties to the regions Ledyard serves, Chris understands the value of being a community banker and trusted advisor to his clientele. Read more >
3/18/2022
> Assistance to Home Buyers Through FHLB Boston Program
Ledyard National Bank has been selected to participate in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston's Equity Builder Program, which assists local home buyers with down-payment and closing costs as well as home buyer counseling and rehabilitation assistance.
4/12/2022
> Jeff Gendron Joins Ledyard as SVP, Senior Portfolio Manager & Investment Strategist
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to welcome Jeff Gendron as Senior Vice President, Senior Portfolio Manager and Investment Strategist at Ledyard Financial Advisors. As such, Jeff is responsible for investing client portfolios, conducting research, and providing client service.
12/11/2023
> BUSINESS FOCUS: Owning Investment Real Estate
There’s much to think about before purchasing an investment property. The first step is to know and understand your goals, as well as the realities of owning a rental property.
4/18/2022
> Kathy Underwood Named to National CDIAC
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Kathy Underwood, CEO, has been appointed to the Federal Reserve’s National Community Depository Institutions Advisory Council (CDIAC) for 2022.
6/3/2022
> Ledyard Financial Group Names Bruce King Chair
Ledyard Financial Group (Ticker symbol LFGP) is pleased to announce that Bruce P. King was elected as the new Chair of the Board of Directors of Ledyard Financial Group, Inc. and Ledyard National Bank. Mr. King has served on the Ledyard board since 2014 and he has served as Co-Vice Chair of the Board since 2019.
6/15/2022
> Named One of Top 200 Community Banks for 8th Consecutive Year
Ledyard Financial Group, Inc. (ticker symbol LFGP), the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, was ranked among the Top 200 publicly traded banks and thrifts under $2 billion in assets in the United States by American Banker Magazine for the eighth consecutive year.
8/4/2022
> Underwood Appointed to TCM Bank’s Board of Directors
Kathy Underwood, CEO of Ledyard National Bank was elected to TCM Bank board of directors. TCM Bank, N.A., is a subsidiary of ICBA Bancard. In this role, Ms. Underwood will help support TCM Bank and its mission to deliver reliable payment solutions that maintain the quality service customers expect from a community bank. Read more.
8/23/2022
> Mortgage Prequalification vs. Preapproval
Mortgage Prequalification vs. Preapproval - What's the difference? You’re ready to go shopping for a new home and need to know how much of a mortgage loan you qualify for, but don’t really understand the difference between a prequalification and preapproval letter. Are they the same thing—and is one better than the other? The answer is that it depends.
10/4/2022
> Ledyard Welcomes Peter Sprudzs as Chief Financial Officer
Ledyard Financial Group, Inc. (ticker symbol LFGP), the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, announced today that Peter Sprudzs, FRM, has joined the Company as SVP, Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Sprudzs succeeds Greg Steverson, who will be retiring from Ledyard in December after 20 years with the Company.
10/14/2022
> New Leadership in Ledyard's Private Banking Division
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Kathy LeClair has joined Ledyard Financial Advisors as Senior Vice President and Director of their Private Banking division. Also joining Ledyard Financial Advisors is Ela Feaster, who will serve as one of Ledyard’s Private Banking Relationship Managers.
10/24/2022
> Devin Cowette Joins Ledyard as a Senior Portfolio Manager
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Devin Cowette has joined the bank as a new Senior Portfolio Manager within the Ledyard Financial Advisors division. Devin comes to Ledyard with over 10 years of experience in the wealth management industry.
1/24/2023
> Josephine Moran Appointed to Ledyard Board
Ledyard Financial Group (Ticker symbol LFGP) is pleased to announce that Josephine Moran has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Ledyard Financial Group, Inc. and Ledyard National Bank. Ms. Moran has served as Ledyard’s President and Chief Banking Officer since January of 2022.
3/21/2024
> Ledyard Program Aids Local Homebuyers
As a committed partner to the communities it serves, Ledyard National Bank is focused on addressing the current housing crisis in the Upper Valley, Kearsarge and Capital regions with the Equity Builder and Housing Our Workforce programs.
5/9/2023
> Ledyard Awarded Business of the Year Pinnacle Award
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce it was awarded the 2023 Business of the Year Pinnacle Award by the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce. Since opening their Concord financial center at 74 South Main Street in fall 2020, Ledyard is recognized as having established a strong community presence in the Concord area.
6/6/2023
> Mike Parisi Receives 40 Under 40 Community Bank Leaders Award
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Mike Parisi, SVP & Chief Strategy Officer, has been recognized with a 40 Under 40 Community Bank Leaders Award by the Independent Community Bankers of America. The awards are presented to leaders in the community banking industry who are making a difference in their banks and communities through trailblazing innovations, a philanthropic spirit and a dedication to their industry. Read more . . .
6/9/2023
> Financial Advisors Promotes Susan Renaud and Jeff Trombly
Ledyard Financial Advisors is pleased to announce the two recent promotions of Susan Renaud, Senior Financial Advisor and Jeff Trombly, Senior Portfolio Manager.
6/22/2023
> Ledyard Financial Group Upgrades to OTCQX Best Market
Ledyard Financial Group shares (OTCQX: LFGP) began trading today on OTC Markets Group’s OTCQX® Best Market, upgrading from the OTCQB Venture Market. LFGP qualified for this upgrade by meeting high financial standards, following best practice corporate governance, demonstrating compliance with U.S. securities laws, and having a professional third-party sponsor introduction. Ledyard Financial Group is the holding company for Ledyard National Bank. OTC Markets Group operates financial markets for 12,000 U.S. and global securities.
6/26/2023
> Ledyard Named as Top 200 Community Bank for 9th Year
Ledyard Financial Group, Inc. (ticker symbol LFGP), the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, was ranked among the Top 200 publicly traded banks and thrifts under $2 billion in assets in the United States by American Banker Magazine for the ninth consecutive year. The rankings are based on three-year return on average equity (ROAE) for 2020 to 2022. Ledyard Financial Group was selected with a three-year average ROAE of 11.81%.
7/3/2023
> Ledyard Welcomes Tim Allen as Sr Financial Advisor
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to announce that Tim Allen has joined the bank as a new Senior Financial Advisor within the Ledyard Financial Advisors division. Tim comes to Ledyard with over nine years of experience in the financial services and wealth management industry. Most recently, he worked at NH Trust Financial Advisors and Bar Harbor Wealth Management. Read more >
6/30/2023
> Ledyard Launches Renters Advantage Loan Program
Ledyard National Bank has recently launched a new program designed to foster financial independence and housing security in its communities. The Renters Advantage Loan, tailored to low-income individuals or families, assists those who are searching for affordable housing but find it challenging to cover the upfront financial burden of having to pay first / last month’s rent and security deposit requirements upon signing a lease.
7/31/2023
> Ledyard Responds to Local Housing Needs
As a committed partner to the communities it serves, Ledyard National Bank is focused on addressing the current housing crisis in the Upper Valley and beyond with three specially targeted programs: Renters Advantage Loan, Express Home Loan and Equity Builder. Learn more >
8/1/2023
> Linda Mack Joins Ledyard Financial Advisors
Ledyard Financial Advisors, the Wealth Management division of Ledyard National Bank, is pleased to welcome Linda Mack as Senior Vice President, Director of Client Relationships. As such, Linda is responsible for leading our Financial Advisors, focusing on enhancing our client experience and deepening relationships. Read more >
8/25/2023
> Kimberly Lebron Joins Ledyard as EVP, Chief Lending Officer
Ledyard National Bank is pleased to welcome Kimberly Lebron as Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer. Kim is responsible for leading the commercial lending and credit teams with a key focus on expanding and deepening relationships. Read more >
9/15/2023
> Top 5-Star Rating for Financial Strength & Stability
BauerFinancial, Inc., the Nation’s Premier Bank Rating Firm, is pleased to announce that Ledyard National Bank has once again earned its top (5-Star) rating for financial strength and stability. Having earned Bauer’s (5-Star) rating continuously for 70 quarters, Ledyard National Bank has also earned an even higher assignment as an “Exceptional Performance Bank”. This designation is reserved solely for banks that have earned this top rating for a minimum of 10 years consecutively (40 consecutive quarters) or longer. This latest rating was assigned in September 2023 based on June 30, 2023 financial data and signifies that Ledyard National Bank continues to be one of the strongest banks in the nation.
9/22/2023
> Charles Petersen Named to Board of Directors
Ledyard Financial Group (Ticker Symbol: LFGP), the holding company for Ledyard National Bank, is pleased to announce that Charles M. Petersen has joined its Board of Directors, effective September 21, 2023.
12/19/2023
> Ledyard National Bank Spreads Holiday Cheer to Three Non-Profits
Ledyard National Bank embraced the spirit of giving this month by donating to three distinguished non-profit organizations in New Hampshire and Vermont on behalf of the Ledyard National Bank’s Board of Directors. The Ledyard executive team donned festive attire and visited with the Capital Region Food Program of Concord, NH, the Chapin Senior Center of New London, NH and Twin Pines Housing in White River Junction, VT. Each non-profit organization received a gift of $1,500 to support the invaluable work they undertake, providing basic human needs such as food, shelter, and social engagement to their local communities. Read more >
12/31/2023
> 2023 Year in Review
2023 was a monumental year for us at Ledyard Bank! It was a year of growth and transitions, and we are excited to share with you some of our highlights. Read more >
4/18/2024
> Ledyard Financial Advisors Welcomes Deanna Wilson
Ledyard Financial Advisors is pleased to announce that Deanna Wilson has joined the organization as a Senior Financial Advisor. Deanna brings over 25 years of experience in wealth management, development and financial planning from firms in Vermont and New Hampshire.