Right up there with personal health is financial health. Having a “true” financial professional is a very good thing for people and businesses. I believe that our communities and customers want caring financial professionals. To do that, we must commit ourselves to being that caring financial professional and not just being an order taker.

This time of year, we all grow nostalgic in many ways. It is just natural. As people and businesses, we need to understand the past – but not be controlled by the past. We need to adapt when needed and not be held hostage to the old ways just for the sake of “that’s how we always did it.”

My mom and dad always told me to do the right thing, the good thing, even if no one is around to notice. It is a basic tenet of my life and a way to keep the old man (Santa) in my corner this time of year!

As you gather with your family this year always remember it is not the quality of the food that matters. Rather, it is the love and friendship around the table that creates lasting memories.

Nearly all my life I have benefited from others who have helped me out. It could have been in school, a project around the house, at work, or helping in the community. These blessings are a constant reminder to me that I am not alone.

In dealing with people, customers, and communities, we are here to lift folks, not to tear people down. During a recent live fan appreciation event, a story from Chris “Mad Dog” Russo inspired me to share with you his and my story.

In dealing with people, customers, and communities, we are here to lift folks, not to tear people down. During a recent live fan appreciation event, a story from Chris “Mad Dog” Russo inspired me to share with you his and my story.

In banking, business, or family, developing trust and patience takes two (or more) people. For our customers, they need your trust, and you need theirs. Trust is not an easy thing. But it is one of the best things we do as a community bank for our customers and ourselves.

For those of us who are of a certain age or certain inclination, using technology and its benefits are second nature. To others (seniors, small businesses), Technology can be intimidating or, at a minimum, something that they just don’t have time to learn. It is PVB’s goal to take our customer support to another level and be a “tech” buddy to customers who lack knowledge or confidence.

It’s that time of year. High School and College Graduations abound, taxing our schedules. This spring, we have several of our own “PVB” graduates whom we want to celebrate.