Faulkner of KeyBank receives national recognition

    Robert Faulkner, KeyBank manager of the Houlton Market Square branch is among 10 KeyBank employees in northern Maine recently selected as national 2008 Signature Circle winners. The Signature Circle recognizes the very top KeyBank employees in the country, based on customer service and sales.
 NATIONAL AWARD — Houlton’s KeyBank manager, Robert Faulkner has been selected for a national 2008 Signature Circle Award in banking.
   “We are very proud of our employees in northern Maine who were named among the best bankers in the country,” notes Richard Lucas, president, Maine District, KeyBank N.A. “Their entry into KeyBank’s Signature Circle recognizes the tremendous work they are doing serving the people and businesses of northern Maine.”
    KeyBank’s Signature Circle memberships are awarded to the top performers in sales, service, and specifically identified support teams. Less than 300 employees were chosen for the Signature Circle this year out of over 17,500 employees.
    Faulkner was named manager of the Houlton branch in December 2008 and celebrated 30 years in banking at that time. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Maine at Orono. He also holds Series 6, 63 and Health and Life Insurance licenses.
    A native of Houlton, Faulkner resides with his wife Catherine in New Limerick. He is an active member of the community, serving on the board of Community Living Association and is a trustee of the Houlton Lodge of Elks. He is also a member of the Houlton Rotary Club.