Ryan and Malmborg named vice presidents of United Bank

WEST SPRINGFIELD Richard B. Collins, president and CEO of United Bank recently announced that Joseph E. Ryan has been promoted to vice president and Joe Malmborg has joined the bank a as vice president. Both are financial professionals of United Wealth Management Group and registered representatives with NFP Securities Inc.

An employee since 2002, Ryan, has more than 20 years of financial service experience. A graduate of Westfield State College with a Bachelor's Degree in History and a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Western New England College, Ryan has been a major contributor to the growth and success of the United Wealth Management Group. He is available to meet with clients or prospective clients at the West Springfield As a representative of New England Securities and a local office or a more convenient location. He can be reached directly at 787-1257.

Malmborg has over a decade's experience helping clients with their finances, most recently with Bancnorth Investment Group. He holds the Series 7 (General Securities Representative), 63 (Uniform Securities Agent State Law) and 65 (Uniform Investment Advisor Law) licenses. In his new role, Malmborg will offer clients a range of financial, estate and retirement strategies through its partnership with NFPSI. He will be based out of the Bank's Elm Street branch in West Springfield and is available for client consultations at the branch or a more convenient location. He can be reached directly at 788-3338.

"We are pleased to welcome Joe to the staff of the United Wealth Management Group," Collins said. "His background in investment management and solid experience in the industry will certainly be an asset to our Company as we work to provide our customers with the financial advice that they need."

A graduate of Westfield State College, Joe is an active member in the community volunteering his time for organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampden County. He and his family reside in Springfield.

Securities offered through NFP Securities Inc., are not FDIC insured, not a deposit, may lose value and are not guaranteed by any bank or federal government agency.

The advisors at United Wealth Management Group are an independent team of skilled professionals with a single mission: to help clients fulfill their financial goals. They understand the issues you face whether you're looking for tax-sensitive investment strategies or family-sensitive solutions for maximizing your financial legacy.

United Bank, headquartered at 95 Elm St., West Springfield, provides a wide variety of financial products and services through its 15 branch offices located throughout Western Massachusetts. Through the advisors at United Wealth Management Group, clients have access to a wide range of investment and insurance products and services, as well as financial, estate and retirement planning. For more information regarding the Bank's products and services please visit www.bankatunited.com.