Monson, MA – Monson Savings Bank is proud to announce the promotions of Aimee E. Kohn, Dorian Guidi, and Kylie E. LaPlante, recognizing their dedication, leadership, and commitment to delivering exceptional service to customers and communities throughout the region.Monson Savings Bank Announces the Promotions of Aimee E. Kohn, Dorian Guidi, & Kylie E. LaPlante
Aimee E. Kohn Promoted to Business Development Officer
Monson Savings Bank has promoted Aimee E. Kohn of Belchertown to Business Development Officer.
In her role, Kohn works directly with business and municipal customers, supporting all aspects of their banking relationships. She actively develops new business opportunities through networking and community engagement, while coordinating business banking services and supporting branch teams throughout the organization.
Kohn has been with Monson Savings Bank for 12 years. As she advanced through roles of increasing responsibility, she gained experience in multiple areas with the Bank, including retail banking, and five years dedicated within the business development department assisting business customers. Most recently, she served as the Bank’s Business Relationship Manager.
A graduate of Roger Williams University, Kohn earned a bachelor's degree in English Literature with a minor in Psychology. She is also a graduate of the New England School of Financial Studies, Class of 2025, and completed the New England School of Business Banking 101 Course. Her professional achievements include nominations for the Bank’s prestigious President's Award.
An active community volunteer, Kohn serves as a Board Member of the Wellspring Cooperative and as Treasurer and Board Member of the Cold Spring School/Swift River Elementary PTO. She is a member of the East of the River Chamber of Commerce, Quaboag Hills Chamber of Commerce, Springfield Regional Chamber, Chicopee Chamber of Commerce, and an active participant with the Greater Springfield Young Professional Society.
"I'm honored to receive this promotion and continue growing with Monson Savings Bank. I enjoy contributing to our team's success," said Kohn. "I feel truly supported and valued here, and I'm excited to continue strengthening relationships with our customers, listening to their needs, and helping them to achieve their financial goals."
To contact Aimee Kohn for your banking needs, please call (413) 893-0174 or email akohn@monsonsavings.com.
Dorian Guidi Promoted to Commercial Portfolio Officer
Monson Savings Bank has promoted Dorian Guidi of Holyoke to Commercial Portfolio Officer.
In his role, Guidi works directly with commercial loan customers assisting and supporting their needs. He is responsible for commercial loan underwriting, administration, and portfolio management, in addition to the coordination of participation loans. He plays an active role in customer engagement, helping identify new commercial lending opportunities while supporting departmental audits and regulatory examinations.
Guidi has over 11 years of banking experience and has been with the Commercial Loan Department at Monson Savings Bank for eight years. He began his career with the Bank as an intern and has since advanced through positions of increasing responsibility. Most recently, he served as Commercial Portfolio Manager, where he played a key role in supporting the growth and management of the Bank’s commercial lending relationships.
He earned a bachelor's degree from Western New England University, graduating with dual majors in Finance and Accounting. He is also a graduate and Class Valedictorian of the New England School for Financial Studies Class of 2024. Additional accomplishments include completing the Springfield Regional Chamber's Leadership Institute and the Massachusetts Bankers Association School of Commercial Lending.
Guidi is an active and engaged member of the local community, dedicating his time and talents to initiatives that support local nonprofits and strengthen neighborhoods throughout the region. He serves on Monson Savings Bank’s Loan Review Committee and is actively involved with several area business organizations, including the East of the River Chamber of Commerce, Quaboag Hills Chamber of Commerce, Springfield Regional Chamber, and Chicopee Chamber of Commerce. In addition, he is an active participant in the Greater Springfield Young Professionals Society, fostering connections and supporting professional development within the community.
"I am excited to continue to be a part of the growth and success at Monson Savings Bank," said Guidi. "I look forward to continuing to build meaningful relationships with my colleagues and our customers while helping fulfill their banking needs, as well as support the communities that we operate in and serve."
To contact Dorian Guidi for your banking needs, please call (413) 267-1224 or email dguidi@monsonsavings.com.
Kylie E. LaPlante Promoted to Deposit Operations Officer
Monson Savings Bank has promoted Kylie E. LaPlante of Ludlow to Deposit Operations Officer.
In her role, LaPlante oversees the bank's deposit operations, ensuring the efficient administration of customer accounts while maintaining strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and customer protection.
LaPlante has been with Monson Savings Bank for 15 years, advancing through various roles and gaining experience across multiple areas of banking, including retail banking, business development, operations, and fraud prevention. Most recently she served as the Bank’s Deposit Operations Manager and Fraud Analyst.
She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Management from Assumption University, is a graduate of the New England School for Financial Studies, and the Springfield Regional Chamber Leadership Institute. LaPlante has completed Monson Savings Bank's Supervisory Skills Program, has received nominations for the Bank's President's Award, and was a 2026 BusinessWest 40 Under Forty recipient.
A dedicated community volunteer, LaPlante serves as an Ambassador and Fund Development Committee Member for the Ludlow Boys & Girls Club, Co-treasurer of the Salvation Army Ware Service Unit, and a House Captain for Revitalize CDC's GreenNFit Neighborhood Rebuild. She currently serves on Monson Savings Bank's Employee Recognition Committee.
"Having been with Monson Savings Bank since 2011, I have grown both professionally and personally, and it has been rewarding to watch the Bank grow over the years," said LaPlante. "I am excited to continue being part of MSB's journey and contributing to its success in the years ahead."
To learn more about Monson Savings Bank, please visit www.monsonsavings.bank.
ABOUT MONSON SAVINGS BANK
Incorporated as a mutually chartered community bank in 1872, Monson Savings Bank has one of the longest tenures of service and stability in its market. Civic leaders chartered the bank with the intent to give working men and women the opportunity to save, which – incredibly, they could not do prior to the bank’s inception. Today, Monson Savings Bank retains its legacy of empowerment through savings but has expanded to serve its customers with a variety of innovative financial services, including digital banking, online mortgage applications and business banking, and commercial lending. The bank has expanded on its promise of “where people save, businesses prosper, and communities benefit” by opening offices in Hampden, Wilbraham, Ware, and most recently East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. The bank also opened a retail and business loan operations center in Wilbraham in 2020. Member FDIC, Member DIF, Equal Housing Lender. Monson Savings Bank's National Mortgage Licensing System unique identifier is 613363.
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Carla N. Carnevale Community Relations Manager
