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Schweighoffer Named 2008 MS Corporate Achiever FARMINGTON, Conn. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter has named Mike Schweighoffer, president and senior lender of TD Banknorth Connecticut, a 2008 MS Corporate Achiever one of only 12 leaders within the Hartford region to be so named.
“Since day one I have been nothing but impressed with the energy and dedication of the staff at the National MS Society,” says Schweighoffer. “Their commitment in the fight against multiple sclerosis, an unpredictable and debilitating disease, is truly inspiring.” Schweighoffer has been named a Corporate Achiever in the past and is a former board member of the Connecticut Chapter. He serves on the fundraising committees of the Cherish the Children Foundation and the Arthritis Foundation. Schweighoffer is also active in coaching youth baseball. Established by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter in 2000, MS Corporate Achievers is a recognition program honoring some of Connecticut’s most influential leaders while at the same time raising critically needed funds to ensure ongoing scientific research and the continuation of vital programs and services offered by the chapter to the more than 6,000 Connecticut residents diagnosed with MS. Honorees are nominated by their peers and selected by an advisory council board for making outstanding contributions to business, civic and cultural enrichment. Through participation, honorees join an elite leadership network sharing a commitment to making Connecticut a better place in which to live. Since 2000 honorees have raised nearly $550,000 to help end the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis. “Mr. Schweighoffer is truly an effective leader within TD Banknorth Connecticut, and throughout his community,” said Lisa Gerrol, Connecticut Chapter president and chief professional officer. “He is committed to raising funds in the fight against MS and devoted to elevating life within the Hartford region, his hometown of Farmington and the state.” To nominate a candidate for MS Corporate Achievers 2009, please contact Kara Preston, associate vice president of development, at 860-714-2300, ext. 233 or kpreston@ctfightsMS.org. To learn more about MS and its effects, please visit http://www.ctfightsms.org/. NOTE TO MEDIA |
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A resident of Farmington, Conn., Schweighoffer received his Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Trinity College in Hartford, Conn., in 1984. Schweighoffer has been at TD Banknorth Connecticut, 102 West Main St., New Britain, Conn., for six years.