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Jenni has been promoted to Operations Team Leader
Meet Jenni Smart who is a valuable member of our team.
Jenni has recently been promoted to IOM Operations Team Leader. Find out more about what Jenni's role involves, her journey to this new role, and why she has worked for Conister for 12 years!
Conister Bank remembers Fraser Vaughan and raises £3,137 for CRY
In December last year, the Conister team were all saddened by the sudden death of Fraser Vaughan. Fraser joined our Finance team as a Reporting Accountant and although he had only worked with us for a short time he made a huge impact.
The staff at Conister wanted to remember Fraser and raise money for the charity Cardiac Risk In The Young - CRY which was chosen by his family. Cry is dedicated to raising awareness to prevent young sudden cardiac deaths through awareness, screening and research, and supporting affected families.
We are pleased to announce that the team raised a grand total of £3,137.10. Well done to our Social Committee who organised a cake sale, movie quiz, a sweet stand, raffle and crazy golf.
Finally, thank you to Fraser's parents and girlfriend for joining us to remember our colleague and friend.
Conister Bank is thrilled to be supporting the island's newest production company who are bringing children's stories to life through music, movement and laughter.
After what can only be described as a difficult year for many, Chloe and Michelle have added a little pizazz to our island!
Hello Little People was born when Chloë and Michelle found themselves back home on the Isle of Man as Covid-19 began to take hold. Having known each other for years back in their youth on the Island, they had parted ways to train professionally in the Arts. Now reunited on the ‘rock’ they couldn’t resist meeting up for a coffee when restrictions began to ease.
They are rooted in Manx culture, heritage and landscape and are constantly inspired by this mighty Celtic nation.
Ballakelly Farm's success with Conister's Working Capital Loan
Rachel & Alan from Ballakelly Farm on how Conister Bank helped their business during Covid-19.
How Charlie Corkill's business survived Covid-19 lockdown
The new Conister Bank Working Capital Loan is designed to provide a lifeline to businesses and may be the difference between surviving or not. These loans can help alleviate cash flow issues and assist with wages, running costs, bills, ongoing projects and rental costs.
Fraud Awareness – Stay Fraud Safe
As fraudsters spot new opportunities to access your money, information and software during the coronavirus pandemic, here’s how we can help you stay safe.
Unfortunately, fraudsters are using people’s sense of uncertainty and fear during the coronavirus pandemic to take advantage of vulnerable people and businesses.
Find out how you can take to keep your details, money and software safe from fraud.
Remember – we’ll never ask for your account information or passwords through unsolicited calls, texts, emails or social media.
If you get an email or text that claims to be from us but looks suspicious, please forward it, along with any attachments if possible, to OpsRisk@conisterbank.co.im
Conister put their hearts into charity relay
A special charity fundraising day on Thursday 6th April saw Conister Bank raising funds for the British Heart Foundation. Sixty-nine members of staff took part in the Conister Prom Relay, walking return laps of Douglas Promenade in a series of waves through the morning and early afternoon.
Members of Conister Bank and sister company Edgewater Associates and MFX completed the 3-mile walk in teams of eight. The first team set off at 8.30am, with all remaining teams following at 30-minute intervals until 12.30pm. The bank pledged to donate £3 for each mile walked, and staff arranged cake sale, quiz and a raffle. After the event, the teams gathered at the Claremont Hotel to enjoy food and drink in Coast Restaurant, and hear the grand total of funds raised.
The Big Handbag Sale
We want your HANDBAGS.... Do you have any handbags that you would like to donate to Manx Cancer Help? If so, you can donate them by dropping off at any Sure telecom shop in Ramsey, Douglas & Port Erin. We are also more than happy to collect if you would like to get in touch with either Kerry Waddington at Conister Bank 694664 or Gareth Nicholson Manx Cancer Help 679544.
All handbags donated will be resold by Conister Bank staff at Royal Manx Agricultural Show on 12th & 13th August.
We can only make this happen with your help!
Conister staff take part in Lisa Lowe Charity walk
10 mile walk from Crosby through St Marks then onto Ballasalla and finally making it to Castletown.
Conister Bank Gives School New Sporting Colours
Children at Cronk y Berry School are stepping out in striking new sports kits, thanks to Conister Bank. The independent bank, which is well-known for supporting the community through a variety of initiatives, has enabled the purchase of seventy five multi-sport kits for boys and girls at the Governor’s Hill primary school. Andy Bass and Kerry Waddington from Conister Bank visited the school to chat to the children, who were delighted with their brightly-coloured, top-to-toe sportswear.
