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January 31, 2024

National Bank of Coxsackie Announces Promotions

The National Bank of Coxsackie announced the promotions of Charlene Slemp to Senior Vice President/Chief Lending Officer and Brenda Bellinger as Branch Manager for their Middleburgh location.

Ms. Slemp assumed the role of Chief Lending Officer in the Summer of 2023 when NBC opened their new Loan Production and Administrative Offices located in Latham, NY. Since then, she has continued to grow and develop NBC’s presence in the market aiding in her earning this newest promotion to Senior Vice President.

“Charlene is an important part of the NBC growth story” commented John Balli, NBC President and Chief Executive Officer, “Her leadership, enthusiasm and drive for excellence inspires all of us. We are fortunate to have Charlene on the team and her promotion is recognition of that.”

“It is an honor to be promoted to Senior Vice President at NBC” shared Ms. Slemp, “I look forward to continuing to work with the team and develop our lending presence in the Capital Region!”

With over 30 years of Banking experience, Ms. Bellinger has been with National Bank of Coxsackie for the 5 years, and has served as the Assistant Manager in the Middleburgh Branch for her entire tenure. Ms. Bellinger’s previous experience was with NBT, also operating in the Middleburgh market.

“I am really looking forward to stepping into the role as Middleburgh Branch Manager.” Brenda Bellinger said, “NBC has already established themselves as a true community bank in their markets, and I am excited to continue that legacy.”

“We are excited to have Brenda assume this leadership role,” said George Cooper, Chief Retail Banking Officer. “Her knowledge of the Banking industry and commitment to customer service will immediately add value to the customers we serve and in the Schoharie County area.”