May 15, 2008 05:55 am McKinnon heads Pentucket Financial Services Kevin McKinnon, assistant vice president of Pentucket Bank and investment executive of Infinex Financial Group, will head Pentucket Financial Services headquartered in Pentucket Bank's Salem, N.H., office at 234 N. Broadway. McKinnon, a certified financial planner, brings over 10 years of investment experience.
TD Banknorth names assistant VP Christine A. Fasano joined TD Banknorth in Haverhill as an assistant vice president in commercial real estate. In her role as a commercial loan officer, she is responsible for providing commercial real estate loans and lending services to a wide range of business clients in the region. Fasano has more than 15 years of experience in banking, commercial real estate appraisal and lending. She previously served as a commercial real estate portfolio manager at Citizens Bank. A Windham, N.H., resident, Fasano serves on the board of directors of Lamplighter Village in Windham. She received a master's degree in business from Northeastern University in 1999.
Pentucket Bank goes green "Go Green — Shred Away Day" at Pentucket Bank on May 17 from 9 a.m.to noon. Limit of two boxes per person. CDs and credit cards also accepted. Free gift and refreshments to all that attend. ><p>
Women's luncheon The annual Tribute to Women Luncheon is on Wednesday, May 28 at DiBurro's of Ward Hill. Social preview will be from 11:30 to noon, and lunch program from noon to 2 p.m. Honorary chairwoman is Maria Stephanos, anchor for FOX25 News. Tickets are $45 for adults and $25 for students and are available by mail or in person at the YWCA on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, call 978-374-6121.
Rebuilding Together fundraiser Rebuilding Together and Verizon are partners in a nationwide campaign to raise $1 million to support low-income homeowners. Verizon will donate $1 (up to $1 million) to Rebuilding Together for every new caller who uses 1-800-THE-INFO (1-800-843-4636) to inquire about a listed phone number between now and May 31. This toll-free service provides business phone numbers, addresses, local searches and more.
Chamber of Commerce news — Greater Haverhill The Team Haverhill Mural Project received a $10,000 challenge grant from an anonymous foundation to help jump-start the 2008 goal to commission 12 to 18 murals depicting notable figures from Haverhill. Those who sponsor a mural for $1,500 will receive an invitation to the unveiling ceremony, a company name on a plaque next to the mural, a display of promotional business materials and recognition in a press release on the Team Haverhill Web site and newsletters. For more information, visit www.teamhaverhill.com or e-mail jimfons@compuart.net with the word "sponsor" in the subject line. The Haverhill Community Violence Coalition Inc. is sponsoring "Respect-Protect-Connect ... Standing Strong for a Safer Haverhill" on May 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at GAR Park and the Haverhill Citizens Center. The event includes the White Ribbon Campaign, the display of the Clothesline Project, the All-City Talent Show, various activities and free entertainment. For more information, call 978-835-9225 or visit www.hcvcinc.org. Spring Regional Job Fair on Tuesday, May 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Northern Essex Community College in the Technology Center, 100 Elliott St. This event is hosted by the ValleyWorks Career Center and the Chamber. For more information, visit www.valleyworks.cc/events. Business after hours: "Pentucket Studio 54," presented by Pentucket Bank, on Wednesday, May 21, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room, 35 Merrimack St. Participants are asked to dress in 1970s style. Prizes will be awarded for best-dressed male and female. Cost is $10 members, $15 nonmembers. The 92nd annual dinner will be Thursday, June 5, at DiBurro's Function Facility, 887 Boston Road. Annual meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m., followed by cocktails, dinner and the program at 6 p.m. For more information or to RSVP, contact Leanne at 978-373-5663 or leanne@haverhillchamber.com. 2008 North Shore Business Plan Competition, sponsored by the Chamber, will showcase submitted business plans for a panel of judges. First place will receive a $10,000 cash prize. All applicants must be start-up companies that are not yet operational, or an emerging business less than two years old. For more information, visit www.enterpriser.org/bpc. Community calendar is available to the public for daily, weekly and monthly event information from all 14 Greater Haverhill communities. Listed events will include recreational activities, music programs, community dances and dinners, citywide parades and more. The calendar is accessible on the Chamber Web site at www.haverhillchamber.com. Free advice: Service Core of Retired Executives offers free and confidential advice and counseling to individuals starting a business or already in business. Sessions are on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce, 87 Winter St. For information on all Greater Haverhill Chamber events, call 978-373-5663.
Chamber of Commerce news — Merrimack Valley American Training's 11th annual Business Awards TEXAS 2008 will be on May 16 from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Andover Country Club. Business directory: Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce is putting together its business directory, which is professionally printed to help reach your target audience. For information, contact Wil Carpenter at 978-686-0900, or wcarpenter@merrimackvalleychamber.com. To make a reservation or for more information about chamber events, call 978-686-0900.
Post office military discount A new flat-rate box from the U.S. Postal Service that is 50 percent larger can be delivered for $10.95 to an APO/FPO address. The price is $2 less than for a domestic destination. The new priority mail large flat-rate box (12-by-12-by-51/2-inch) is available in post offices nationwide, or customers can order them at www.usps.com/supplies or by calling 800-610-8734. Some new boxes are co-branded with a logo that says America Supports You, which is a Department of Defense program that connects citizens offering support to the military and their families. There is a 20-pound weight limit per box. For more information, visit www.usps.com.
Business networking group meets The Haverhill chapter of Business Network International holds a free networking breakfast every Friday at 7 a.m. at the Haverhill Best Western. For information, call Dianne McDermott at 978-394-5166.
Post your business card The Haverhill Public Library provides a bulletin board for local businesses to display business advertisements on 3-by-5-inch cards. Cards will be dated and posted for six months. For information, call 978-317-1586.
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