Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company’s Route 9 Office in Wilton raised money for the nonprofit Kelly’s Angels during its Community Appreciation Day on Friday, April 26.

The family-friendly event included an ice cream sundae fundraiser, with ice cream provided by Dairy Haus and hot fudge from Sundaes Best. The proceeds totaled $130 and will benefit Kelly’s Angels, a local nonprofit that supports children who have lost a parent or caregiver to cancer. To learn more about Kelly’s Angels, visit kellysangelsinc.org.

The Community Appreciation Day also featured giveaways, including a wine basket from Saratoga Wine & Spirits and a wreath from Jan’s Florist Shop. In addition, artwork by Maple Avenue Middle School art students was on display in the branch.

Saratoga National Bank offices are hosting Community Appreciation Days throughout the year. The [...]

Saratoga Springs, NY: Janet Besheer, Broker/Owner of Keller WIlliams Realty Saratoga Springs located at 38 High Rock Avenue has earned the prestigious Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist designation in recognition of her experience, knowledge and expertise in the luxury home market. “Janet Besheer is an example of a real estate professional who has worked to develop market knowledge and the special skills and competencies necessary to provide exceptional service in the fine homes and estates marketplace, “ said Institute President Laurie Moore-Moore, upon announcing Besheer’s designation. “Affluent buyers and sellers can turn to sales professionals who have this designation and be confident that they have special expertise and experience in the luxury home marketplace.”

“I am committed to providing outstanding service to my clients,” said Besheer. � [...]

Saratoga Springs, NY: The Adirondack Trust Company is proud to announce that Susanne Rogan was recently promoted to Assistant Vice President in our commercial lending department. Sue joined The Adirondack Trust Company in 2006 and has over twelve years of commercial banking experience. She received a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Manhattan College. Sue currently serves on the Board of Directors for Shelters of Saratoga and is a volunteer for St. Clement’s Regional Catholic School.

Saratoga Springs, New York – The Adirondack Trust Company announced today that the winners for the bank’s Plant Your Account Green Sweepstakes have been selected. The Grand Prize winner was Ms. Margaret Orzolek who won a $1,000 gift certificate to Green Conscience Home & Garden in Saratoga Springs, NY. The second place winner was Ms. Dorothy Kania who won an iPad mini and the third place winner was Mr. Tom Minnick who won $250.

Mr. Charles V. Wait Jr. said, “We are very [...]

Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company was recently recognized as a 5-Star Superior Bank by the nation’s leading bank rating and research firm, BauerFinancial, Inc. Saratoga National has earned this designation for the past 16 consecutive quarters.

The 5-Star rating, issued in March, indicates Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company is one of the strongest banks in the nation. To earn 5 Stars, banks must excel in areas of capital quality, asset quality and profitability.

“Top-performing institutions maintain strong policies, prudent underwriting and responsible investment,” said Karen L. Dorway, President of BauerFinancial. “Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company is a bank you can put your trust in.”

Established in 1988, Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company has seven offices in Corinth, [...]

Saratoga Springs, 03/25/13: Noa Fitness and Pilates Studio of Saratoga is excited to announce the launch of SURFSET®: surf-inspired fitness classes designed to sculpt a long, lean surfer’s physique. These innovative NEW classes will feature a custom unstable surfboard that delivers the physical benefits of surfing without the ocean.

SURFSET® will launch officially at Noa Fitness and Pilates Studio on 04/08/13. Our SURFSET® classes combine Pilates, Yoga, Barre, Toning & Cardio to the surfboard for a more efficient Core workout and for better calorie burning experience.

SURFSET® brings one of the world’s most athletic & fun sports to the group fitness studio, giving class takers the opportunity to experience this one-of-a-kind workout with no [...]

GREENWICH, NY, February 14, 2013 (eRelease) – Currin Compliance Services, LLC, compliance consultants exclusively to the life insurance and annuity industry, is very pleased to announce the addition of Pete Rock, CLU, FLMI as Senior Compliance Consultant. Prior to joining Currin Compliance, Mr. Rock was Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer for Crump Life Insurance Services.

With Currin Compliance, Mr. Rock will lead our Compliance Audit Unit. Mr. Rock brings his many years in field compliance to his on-site and remote analyses of IMO/FMO/BGA’s risk exposures, including:
• Key operational processes
• Product/vendor/charge-back contract language
• High risk transactions
• Carrier review processes and communication
• Licensing and appointments
• Suitability reviews
• Information and data security
• Anti-money laundering

Currin Compliance regularly receives requests for compliance [...]

Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company has announced the promotion of Corporate Banking Manager Richard J. Ferguson to Senior Vice President and Corporate Secretary.

Mr. Ferguson joined Saratoga National Bank in 2009 as Vice President and Corporate Banking Manager after more than twenty years of banking and business lending experience throughout Saratoga County.

He earned a bachelor’s degree from Siena College and an MBA from the University of Hartford. He is also a graduate of the Stonier Graduate School of Banking and the Commercial Lending School at the University of Oklahoma.

Active in the Saratoga community, Mr. Ferguson is President of the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention Council of Saratoga County, [...]

Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company President and CEO David S. DeMarco is pleased to announce plans for a seventh location in the growing Clifton Park area.

The Bank has purchased a 3,750-square-foot building at 386 Clifton Park Center Road, conveniently located off of Exit 9 of the Northway, just behind Clifton Park Center Mall. The full-service banking location will feature two drive-through lanes and a drive-up ATM.

The new office is expected to open in March 2013 and create three new jobs. In addition, Clifton Park will benefit from Saratoga National Bank’s long history of supporting the communities in which it does business through financial contributions to local organizations and volunteer hours.</ [...]

Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company has announced the promotions of Main Office Branch Manager Jennifer Eggleston to Assistant Vice President and Lori Munn to Consumer Loan and Community Reinvestment Act Officer.

Ms. Eggleston joined the Company in 1999 as a travelling customer service representative. She served in various branch roles, including as customer service associate trainer, before being appointed Officer and Branch Manager of the Main Office on South Broadway in Saratoga Springs in 2011.

Ms. Eggleston is a graduate of Hillsboro-Deering High School in Hillsboro, New Hampshire. She is a two-time recipient of the company’s High Performer Award and was also named High Performer of the Year.

Active in the community, Ms. Eggleston volunteers as an Advancement Counselor and Den Leader with the Boy Scouts of America. She resides in Gansevoort with her husband, Donnie, and sons Duncan, 16; Garrett, 12; [...]