Bank of New Hampshire Welcomes Amber Valyou as  Assistant Banking Office Manager of Gilford Village Office 

Laconia, New Hampshire – July 10, 2026 – Bank of New Hampshire is pleased to welcome Amber Valyou as Assistant Banking Office Manager of the bank’s Gilford Village office.  

In her new role, Amber will support daily operations of the office, assist with business development efforts and help ensure exceptional customer experiences. She will also play a key role in staff leadership, operational efficiency and contributing to the bank’s strategic growth initiatives. 

Amber brings a decade of retail banking experience to her role. Most recently, she served as Assistant Store Manager at TD Bank in Tilton, NH, where she led operational standards, coached team members on delivering outstanding customer experiences, strengthened customer relationships and supported risk management and regulatory compliance initiatives. Prior to that, she was Branch Supervisor for TCF Bank in Denver, CO. Her experience in branch operations, sales, customer service and leadership makes her a valuable addition to the bank’s retail banking team. 

Amber served in the United States Army as a Human Resources Specialist. She also attended Strayer University where she studied Criminal Justice. 

“We are excited to have Amber on our team,” said Michelle Blake, VP – Gilford Village Banking Office Manager. “Her extensive banking experience, commitment to customer service and proven leadership make her a wonderful addition to our Gilford Village office. We look forward to the positive impact she will have on our customers, community and team.” 

Bank of New Hampshire is proud to welcome Amber as we continue our mission to be an independent, mutual financial institution, delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service, helping our employees, customers and communities build brighter futures. 

Celebrating 195 years of commitment to the community, Bank of New Hampshire is the oldest and one of the largest independent banks headquartered in the state. With assets exceeding $2.8 billion and 21 banking offices across New Hampshire and southern Maine, the bank provides comprehensive deposit, lending and wealth management solutions for families and businesses. As a mutual organization, Bank of New Hampshire is focused on the success of its customers, communities and employees—rather than stockholders. With a legacy of strength and stability, the bank combines local decision-making and trusted guidance with modern technology to deliver a seamless banking experience. For more information, call 1.800.832.0912 or visit BNH.Bank. 

Amber Valyou, Assistant Banking  
Office Manager, Gilford Village Office