Hannover-based Ledyard National Bank announced the promotion of Grantham resident Katie Blake to vice president and regional retail manager. 

Blake joined Ledyard in 2016 as Ledyard’s branch manager in New London. In her new role as she will be responsible for managing the overall performance of Ledyard’s retail branches while continuing to manage the New London branch. 

 “With her experience, leadership skills and knowledge, Katie is an exemplary manager. She will be an incredible asset to all Branch Managers across the organization.” Senior Vice President and Chief Retail Banking Officer Mike Parisi said in a statement. 

Blake brings over 25 years of customer service experience and has been in the banking industry since 2012. Prior to joining Ledyard, Katie held supervisory roles at People’s United Bank, as well as Citizens Bank.  

Ledyard said Blake has received recognition for her participation in the Kearsarge community. She is the incoming President of the New London Rotary Club and serves on the board of the Lake Sunapee Regional Chamber of Commerce.