Brad Ledwith has been recognized for providing exceptional client service as a member of Ledwith Financial's Chairman's Club. Ledwith was recognized for his excellence at an annual conference in Chicago, focus08, for sales and educational events for the financial industry.

The conference had well-known speakers to comment on the industry's current state and trends. Ted Koppel spoke, as well as others in the industry.

Ledwith Financial Services is located in Morgan Hill on Tennant Avenue.

Pinnacle announces promotions

Pinnacle Bank, which has locations in Morgan Hill, Gilroy and Salinas, announced that Cliff Dennett has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager and Jessica Chavez has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Compliance/Security Officer.

Chris Gerrity has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Business Banking Officer and Rose Sepulveda has been promoted to Assistant Vice President, Service Manager for Morgan Hill.

New Salvation Army in Gilroy

The Salvation Army of San Jose has opened a new store in Gilroy. The grand opening was Sept. 10 at 6701 Camino Arroyo in Gilroy. The Salvation Army is an international Christian ministry with local chapters that work to help the communities.

Details: Tracey Tran at 298-7600, ext. 30.

New Humane Society board member

The Humane Society Silicon Valley named Susan Diekman to its Santa Clara pet shelter board of directors. Diekman held various positions at AirTouch Communications before she retired in 1998. The Humane Society Silicon Valley is a non-profit animal shelter that has been serving the area and helping animals for 79 years.

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