Arrow Bank National Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Duggleby as Senior Vice President, Director of Wealth Management.
In his new role, Duggleby will oversee the wealth management division, bringing extensive leadership experience in sales, wealth management, retirement planning and retail brokerage to the Arrow team.
“We’re excited to welcome Scott to Arrow Bank’s wealth management division,” said President and CEO Dave DeMarco. “His proven track record in wealth management, passion for community banking and growth mindset will strengthen our team and enhance our ability to serve clients across the region.”
Duggleby joins Arrow Bank, formerly named Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company and Saratoga National Bank and Trust Company, from Community Bank, where he most recently served as Senior Vice President, Regional Sales Manager. In that role, he oversaw wealth management operations across New York, Vermont and Pennsylvania. During his career, he has developed expertise in practice management, advisor recruiting and operational excellence. His leadership will bring additional depth and strategic insight to the wealth management team of 30 employees that manages approximately $2 billion in assets.
Duggleby earned a bachelor’s degree from the State University of New York at Oswego. He holds National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) Series 6, 7, 24, 63 and 66 licenses and is Life and Health licensed in New York state. Active in his community, he served as board president and a board member on the Central Square Central School District Board in Oswego County for 12 years. As he relocates closer to the Glens Falls area, he plans to continue serving the community.
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Arrow Bank National Association is pleased to announce the promotion of Ian Williams to Senior Vice President, Director of Retail Lending and Business Banking.
In his new role, Williams will be responsible for driving growth and the expansion of retail lending and business banking across Arrow Bank, while maintaining strong, consistent credit and operations. He will ensure the continued delivery of exceptional service and financial solutions to customers throughout Arrow’s entire 38-branch network. During his tenure, Williams has played a key role in expanding Arrow’s business banking team, growing retail lending and implementing innovative operational strategies.
“We are pleased to recognize Ian’s dedication and leadership within the Arrow team,” said Dave DeMarco, President and CEO. “He has been a valued member of the Arrow team for more than 17 years and brings nearly 20 years of financial services and banking experience to this role.”
Williams earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from the College of St. Rose. He is active in the community by volunteering for the South High Marathon Dance and serves on the Board of Directors for Kelly’s Angels, Inc.
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ThielGroup is pleased to announce that Kathlene Thiel, owner of ThielGroup, LLC, in Albany, NY, has been elected to Chair the Board of M&A Source in 2025.
“Kathy’s M&A expertise along with her experience in previous association leadership roles will be a valuable addition to the Board as we continue to grow and increase our member value-add,” stated Lamar Stanley, 2024 M&A Source Chair of the Board and Managing Director at Highland Rim Capital. “And with her proven leadership ability we are confident she will continue to guide us on our path to being the preeminent association for the lower middle market transaction community.”
“I am so excited to lead the esteemed group of M&A advisors and lower mid-market investors of the M&A Source in 2025,” stated Kathy Thiel. “I will continue the efforts of those before me to work on initiatives that educate members and provide a forum for the facilitators of deal making.”
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Warren County has a need for more people to help local children as part of the foster care system, to provide care for children at crucial times in their lives.
Warren County Department of Social Services (DSS) is working to educate the public about the personal rewards of foster care, and dispel myths about how the system works. Warren County DSS staff will hold an informational meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 to provide information to those who may have an interest in serving as foster parents. The meeting will run from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Department of Social Services is in need of additional foster parents to meet the needs of the child protective system in Warren County. DSS staff members are recruiting foster parents for infants and toddlers, sibling groups, children with special needs and teenagers.
Some important facts about foster parenting:
Foster parents can be male or female, married or single. Individuals who apply to become foster parents must be at least 21 years of age.
Foster parents receive a daily board rate, clothing allowance and Medicaid coverage for each child.
Children under the age of 5 receive assistance from the Women Infants Children (WIC) program.
There is no age limit, and retirees are more than welcome.
Applicants to be on Warren County’s foster care list do not have to reside in Warren County.
The February 26 meeting will be held at Warren County Human Services Building, 1340 Route 9, Queensbury, starting at 6 p.m.
In addition to the informational meeting, Warren County Department of Social Services will hold a10-week foster parent training session on Wednesday nights, starting March 12, 2025.These trainings at Warren County Human Services Building will run from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Those who would like more information can log on to www.warrencountyny.gov/socserv/fosterjoin, email Rachael.DuRose@dfa.state.ny.us or Sarah.Rowell@dfa.state.ny.us or call 518-761-7650.
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Warren County is seeking public comment on the draft version of the county’s Comprehensive Plan, which has been made available for review online.
Those who are interested can log on to//warrencountyny.gov/warren2040 to get a look at thedraft plan.
The 208-page draft document includes seven goals and objectives, and is the result of nearly 18 months of work by numerous county agencies. The draft plan reviewed Warren County’s economy, infrastructure, environment, institutions and more.
The planning process has been led by Warren County Department of Planning & Community Development, assisted by LaBella Associates. Fourteen public meetings and workshops have been held, and dozens of stakeholder interviews conducted.
Said Ethan Gaddy, Warren County Planner: “The Warren County Department of Planning and Community Development staff is pleased to present our new Draft Comprehensive Plan to the public for review. A lot of work has been done to this point, and this is an important step for our residents and visitors to weigh in on what we may have missed or what may need changes. Please take a few minutes to review the Draft Comprehensive Plan on our website and let us know what you think.”
The Comprehensive Plan, dubbed Warren County 2040, is being developed to provide a long-range vision for Warren County.
Additional public meetings will be held in the coming months before the plan is considered for final adoption by the Warren County Board of Supervisors. Dates are to be determined.
Public comments are encouraged through the form at the bottom of the front page of//warrencountyny.gov/warren2040, or by email toplanning@warrencountyny.gov.