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Spencer Savings Bank Hosts Business Networking Seminar for More Than 100 Local Business Owners

Elmwood Park, N.J. (November 6, 2013) – Spencer Savings Bank, a community bank headquartered in Elmwood Park, N.J., held a complimentary business seminar, “Business Continuity Strategic Planning for Small Businesses: What You Need to Know,” as part of the bank’s continued commitment to its business customers. Guest speaker, Bernard Jones, MBCI, CBCP, CORP, Risk and Business Continuity Officer at The City University of New York (CUNY) presented to more than 100 small businesses in the community at the business networking seminar, held at Royal Manor in Garfield, N.J., on October 29, 2013.

 

Spencer Savings Bank welcomed its business customers and local business owners to attend the complimentary seminar to discuss disaster recovery and the importance of creating a continuity plan, in order to continue operating the business in the face of interruption and to enhance the recovery process. Attendees learned about various types of disasters that could occur, explored their experiences last year during Superstorm Sandy, and completed a self-assessment to indicate how well-prepared they are for potential disasters. Jones provided attendees with proper planning techniques and best practices, to ensure long-term business success.

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“In light of the one year mark of Superstorm Sandy, the business networking event was specifically designed to help our business customers plan for future disasters, and to provide them with the tools to help them continue to grow and achieve a successful future, despite any disasters that may occur,” said José B. Guerrero, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Spencer Savings Bank. “We are constantly seeking ways to utilize our resources to provide our customers with a valuable banking experience and we aim to do so by hosting informational and networking events to provide them with the knowledge and services they need to thrive in today’s marketplace.”

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Spencer Savings Bank hosts several seminars, events, and networking sessions for its business customers each year, striving to stay connected with its business community. For more information on upcoming seminars and events, or to learn more about Spencer Savings Bank, visit www.spencersavings.com.

 

About Spencer Savings Bank:

Spencer Savings Bank, headquartered in Elmwood Park, New Jersey, is a community bank that has been serving its local communities with integrity and pride for over 70 years.  The Bank, serving consumers and businesses, operates 19 branches throughout Northern New Jersey.  Spencer Savings Bank has over $1.8 Billion in total assets.
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