Maine State CU Expands Retail Team and Promotes Four


Maine State CU is excited to announce changes to its retail team. These changes will allow the credit union to continue providing members with the highest level of support across the state as it continues to expand into new markets.

Lavetta Denson

Lavetta Denson, has been promoted to the role of Vice President, Regional Retail Manager. In this new role, she oversees all branches and will work with the managers to create an enhanced member-centric experience across the branch network. Denson was previously the Branch Manager at the 200 Capitol Street branch in Augusta.

Jennifer Chipman

Jennifer Chipman, has been promoted to Vice President, New Business Development Manager.  In this newly created role, Chipman will work with our commercial, mortgage, and branch teams to help spread the word about Maine State CU and all the products and services that it provides. Chipman was the Branch Manager in Rockland.

“Both Lavetta and Jenn are natural leaders,” said Shane Abbott, Senior Vice President and Chief Retail Officer at Maine State CU. “They each have a lot to teach others and will excel in building out each of these new teams.”

Hillary Jackson

Hillary Jackson, has been promoted to Branch Manager in Rockland. Jackson will assume leadership of the branch and work closely with Denson and Chipman to continue to expand the presence of Maine State CU along the coast. Jackson previously was the Assistant Branch Manager in Rockland.

“Maine State Credit Union prides itself on promoting from within whenever possible,” said Stephen Wallace, President and CEO of Maine State CU. “We invest in our employees, and it shows. Each of these individuals will flourish in their new roles and continue to help to drive the success of the organization.”

Michele Lyons

Michele Lyons, has been promoted to Branch Manager in Waterville. Lyons is well-known in the Waterville community and has been part of the Waterville team for many years. She previously was the Assistant Branch Manager in Waterville.