Rochester Chamber announces Annual Awards Celebration: Seacoast business news

Mella Nomi

May 05, 2022

Grand Rochester Chamber of Commerce "Jump Forward!" Annual award ceremony

ROCHESTER - The Rochester Grand Chamber of Commerce will introduce "Spring Ahead!" The annual awards ceremony is Wednesday, June 1 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Oaks Grandview Ballroom in Somersworth, NY. This elegant evening, sponsored by Eversource and Credit Union Service, celebrates business success and offers delicious food, cocktails, prizes and entertainment. The corporate sponsors of the event so far are Breezeline, Daystar-Your Technology Partner, Boot Heating Systems Company, Profile Bank, Unitil, Waste Management and Yankee Electric & Co., LLC.

The annual awards celebration begins with Community Hour at 5pm; The guest list is sponsored by the Holy Rosary Credit Union. A short program that includes 2022 Business Presentations sponsored by Index Packaging, a 2022 nonprofit sponsored by Eastern Propane & Oil, and Citizen of the Year 2022 sponsored by First Seacoast Bank. The technology sponsor of the evening is DF Richard Energy.

Oaks will prepare a delicious variety of hot and cold snacks and snack bars. Decadent Sweets is sponsored by Cornerstone USA, Monarch School of New England and Rochester Truck. Participants will enjoy the musical entertainment of the Nate Therrien Trio, sponsored by Hervey's Tire Co., Inc., Norman Vetter, Inc. and the Rochester Center for Child Care. Photo courtesy of ImaJenAtion Photography. To make the event festive, the decorations are sponsored by the Bank of New Hampshire, and the centerpieces on each of the tables are sponsored by Studley Flower Gardens, Inc.

First Seacoast Bank will sponsor a grand prize draw in which a lucky winner will receive $ 1,500 in cash. Tickets are now on sale for $ 2 or a book for $ 6 for $ 10. You do not have to be present to win. Tickets for this lottery can be purchased at the room office or at www.rochesternh.org .

The awards ceremony is open to Chamber members and their guests. The participation fee is $ 75 per person. The number of tickets is limited and issued in order. For more information or reservations, contact the Rochester Great Chamber of Commerce at 603-332-5080 or visit www.rochesternh.org .

ReWild invests $ 100,000 in biodiversity restoration locally and globally

PORTSMOUTH - ReWild Renewables, LLC has donated $ 100,000 to the Conservation Service to invest in land restoration here in Maine. The donation will help preserve four unique and environmentally important packages, each identified by the Conservation Service as one of the most valuable packages for "habitat connectivity", "climate resistance" and "ecosystem biodiversity".

"ReWild is a Solar 2.0 company. As the industry matures, we are at the forefront of our company's comprehensive commitment to combating climate change by reducing carbon emissions and protecting biodiversity, ”said Patrick Jackson, CEO.

Gift ReWild will support the protection of the following songs:

In Maine, the high-peak region and border mountain reserve are creating important trails of connectivity and environmental sustainability as the climate warms.
In the High Peaks region, more than 13,500 acres between two areas known as Quill Hill and Perham Stream will add about 100,000 acres of conservation-related land.
The Border Mountains Protection, nearly 10,000 acres adjacent to more than 22,000 acres of state land in Quebec, extends a permanently preserved northland corridor to a total area of more than 260,000 acres and is a key link to the main ecological route to the Mountains White in New Hampshire through the mountains of western Maine and the Quebec border area and beyond.

"This gift allows ReWild to invest even more here in Maine," said Matt Doubleday, chief executive officer for sustainable development. "In addition to quality work and the millions of dollars invested in the state, we have increased investment in preserving the important Maine environment."

Sue Ross retires after 14 years of service in the MVSB

Sue Ross (second from left), who recently retired from MVSB as an NMLS № 165,861 mortgage lender after 14 years of service, receives flowers from Charlie Dowd, vice president of mortgage sales at MVSB. Also pictured: Jessica Ruel, branch manager and business development in Laconia (right) and Becky Repos, business development manager in Guilford.

WOLFEBORO - Susan "Sue" Ross, NMLS № 165861 MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) Mortgage Lender, retired after 14 years of dedicated bank work. Sue proudly serves the community by helping individuals and families with their mortgage financing needs.

"We are extremely fortunate that Sue has represented the bank for years," said Charlie Dowd, vice president of home mortgage sales at MVSB. "It started shortly before the Wolfborough branch opened in 2008 and was essential to our growth in the area. Over the course of his career, he has made many friends, including colleagues, community members, business owners, and real estate agents. "Although we will miss him here, we wish him success with the deserved pension".

"I am very grateful to have worked for a public bank that really cares about the areas we serve," Sue said. "It was an extraordinary experience to help people realize their dream of owning a home and directing others by buying a second home, land or refinancing. I look forward to retiring to this beautiful area, which we are happy to call home to many of my former clients, family and friends. ”

The Elizabeth brothers, recently transferred to the position of NMLS № 69282 Mortgage Officer, worked with Sue to ensure a smooth transition and ongoing quality service for current and new clients. Most recently, Elizabeth has served as Assistant Vice President of the Bank, Director of Mortgage Strategy, and throughout her career has held various roles in mortgage lending.

Sue has received recognition throughout her career. Finally, in 2021, it was recognized as the highest volume mortgage, ranking second in Belknap County, 4th in Carroll County, and 34th out of 3,000 nationwide.

Prior to joining MVSB, Sue worked as a Legal Assistant and Real Estate Agent. She is a member of the Guildford Community Church, has volunteered on several committees, and plans to continue giving to the community when she retires. She also looks forward to traveling with her husband Eston, spending time with family and friends and playing tennis. Sue said this summer they plan to travel and walk in New Hampshire, Utah and Europe.