The First County Bank Foundation in Stamford recently named Karen M. Kelly as its new vice president. Kelly will replace Katherine A. Harris, who retired July 1 after serving the foundation since 2001. The foundation also named RoseMary Ogden as secretary, Kelly’s former role.
“We look forward to Karen’s and RoseMary’s continued participation as strong contributors to the First County Bank Foundation and expanding their responsibilities to ensure that local community needs continue to be met,” said Rey Giallongo, president of the First County Bank Foundation and chairman and CEO of First County Bank, in a statement.
Kelly, who joined First County Bank in 2008, has more than 25 years of experience in financial services and marketing, according to a press release from the bank. She serves as senior vice president and chief marketing officer at First County Bank. Last year, she was a 2013 Women of FIRE honoree. The award recognizes leaders in the finance, insurance and real estate industries. Kelly, a Norwalk resident, is on the board of directors for the Stamford Museum & Nature Center and the board of trustees of Senior Services of Stamford.
Ogden joined First County Bank in 2011 and served as the corporate secretary and executive assistant to the CEO and chairman, chief operating officer and president. She started at the First County Bank Foundation in 2012. A Darien resident, she is responsible for the administration of grants and other awards at the foundation. She is a member of the board of directors at Getabout Inc., a New Canaan van service for seniors and those needing special assistance. She also volunteers with the Waveny LifeCare Network and Staying Put in New Canaan.
The First County Bank Foundation was established in 2001 as First County Bank’s charitable arm.
