Lee Bank Announces Promotions and Internal Reorganization

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LEE, Mass. — Lee Bank announced promotions and internal reorganization to reimagine their consumer banking division. 
 
Key Promotions:
 
Michelle "Shelly" Bombardier – Lee Branch Manager
Shelly Bombardier has been promoted to the position of Lee Branch Manager. With a combined 17 years of experience at Lee Bank, Shelly brings a deep understanding of our customers' needs and a strong local connection. Shelly's ability to anticipate and problem solve will further strengthen our team's ability to better foresee and support our customers' needs. Outside of work, Shelly enjoys traveling to visit her granddaughter in Boston and watching her participate in her favorite sports.  When she isn't helping customers and visiting her granddaughter, she is spending time with family and friends.
 
Shelly's promotion follows the retirement of Lorita Trombly, who has dedicated 11 years to managing the Lee branch of Lee Bank, always with excellence and our customers in mind. After devoting over 40 years to the banking industry, Lorita looks forward to enjoying more time with her family and engaging in volunteer work during her well-earned retirement. Lorita's positivity and smiling face in the branch will be missed. The Bank and customers alike thank Lorita for her many years of service to our community and wish her the very best in this new chapter.
 
Alison Brigham – VP of Brand Experience and Community Impact
Alison Brigham has been promoted to Vice President of Brand Experience and Community Impact. In Alison's seven years at Lee Bank her work has helped the Bank embody our core values. As we enhance our processes and delivery channels, she will ensure we remain true to our roots and the brand that has brought us where we are today. Additionally, Alison's role involves showcasing our community impact through the Lee Bank Foundation's contributions, which provide valuable funding to the local non-profit ecosystem. In her personal time, Alison is dedicated to community service, serving on various boards including Link to Libraries, Flying Cloud Institute, New England Financial Marketing Association, EforAll, and the Finance Committee for the Town of Lenox. She is also an accomplished equestrian, competing in regional and national riding competitions with her horse, Eloise, and enjoys reading and spending time outdoors.

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Sandy McKnight Songwriters Fund Songwriter Series Continues

LEE, Mass. — The Sandy McKnight Songwriters Fund will host the second event of its new bi-monthly Songwriter Series on Friday, Jan. 17, at Appetito, located at 54 Main Street in Lee.

The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and features Pittsfield-based singer-songwriter Christine Bilé, followed by an open mic session for original songwriters.

According to a press release:

Christine Bilé is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Pittsfield, Massachusetts, blending acoustic pop and folk influences. Playing instruments like guitar and ukulele, she writes, composes, and arranges songs that explore themes of relationships, self-love, and empowerment. Influenced by artists such as Michael Jackson, John Mayer, and Beyoncé, Christine plays music across Massachusetts and beyond, with notable performances including a set at the Ladybug Music Festival in Wilmington, Delaware.

The Songwriter Series, held on the first and third Fridays of each month, celebrates the legacy of Sandy McKnight, a beloved local musician and advocate for the arts who passed away in May 2024. The series offers a platform for seasoned and emerging songwriters to share their work, fostering community and creativity in McKnight’s memory.

 

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