Vermont author Ethan Tapper’s bestselling book "How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work of Tending a Changing World" has been named winner of the New England Book Award in nonfiction by the Northeast Independent Booksellers Association.
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Brian Sullivan, an experienced leader in health care information technology for nearly three decades, has joined Howard Center in Burlington as director of information technology. He succeeds Bob Stetzel, who recently moved into the role of chief administrative officer.
National Life Group has named Ryland “Ry” Hudnall as its new general agent for South Carolina, strengthening its commitment to delivering trusted financial services across the region.
Jeff Teplitz, former regional retail lending specialist at Community Bank, has joined Union Bank's residential lending team as senior mortgage officer. He will be working from the bank’s Stowe location at 47 Park St.
SunCommon, a solar energy company serving Vermont and the Hudson Valley in New York, has promoted Mike McCarthy from director of sales to president of the organization.
Beth Torpey, water quality planner at the Northeastern Vermont Development Association, has been honored by the Seymour Lake Association for her professional guidance and dedication to preserving the lake's native species.
Hannah Burnett, former director of fundraising and engagement at Let's Grow Kids, has joined United Way of Northwest Vermont as chief development officer. In this new role, Burnett will lead the agency's fundraising and business development activities.
David Epstein, principal and education studio leader at TruexCullins, has been appointed to the State Aid for School Construction Advisory Board by the Vermont Legislature’s Committee on Committees.
Community National Bank has announced the promotion of Amanda Cote to supervisor of the institution's Troy office. She brings more than 15 years of general management experience to her new position.
Gerald Coleman, director of custodial services at the University of Vermont, has been elected to a three-year term on the board of directors at the Greater Burlington YMCA. He will attend his first board meeting Sept. 26.
Michael Mucher, former president of personal lines at Electric Insurance, has been appointed as senior vice president of underwriting and distribution at N&D, part of the N&D | Union Mutual Insurance Group.
National Life Group has announced the promotions of Kristin Cook, Crystal Trepanier and Johanna Petty-Dunlap (pictured) to senior leadership roles in operations, reinforcing its continued growth among the top 10 life insurers in the U.S.