PRESS PHOTOS BY SARIT LASCHINSKY State Sen. Mario Scavello, R-40th, congratulates The Neffs National Bank President and CEO Kevin Schmidt on the grand opening of the bank's second branch in Walnutport July 23. Scavello also presented Schmidt with a certificate of recognition from the state.

The Neffs National Bank branch at 211 S. Best Ave., Walnutport, began operations in April, but had its ribbon-cutting ceremony July 23. The Walnutport office is the bank's second location.

Kylie Adams, manager of Affiliated Chambers at the Lehigh Valley Chamber, welcomes guests to the ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Neffs National Bank.

Tony Iannelli, CEO and president of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, speaks about the important role played by community banking institutions like The Neffs National Bank.

Andrew Gildner, board chair for the Greater Northern Lehigh Chamber of Commerce, reflects on his personal connection to The Neffs National Bank.

Megan Beste, from the office of Congresswoman Susan Wild, D-7th, presents The Neffs National Bank President and CEO Kevin Schmidt with a certificate commemorating the grand opening of the bank's Walnutport branch.

The Neffs National Bank President and CEO Kevin Schmidt speaks about the bank's responsibility to support and benefit employees, shareholders and the community.

The Neffs National Bank President and Chief Executive Officer Kevin Schmidt, flanked by the bank's board of directors, employees, managers and elected officials, cuts the ceremonial ribbon during the July 23 grand opening ceremony at the bank's Walnutport branch.

The Neffs National Bank President and CEO Kevin Schmidt (center) is joined by members from the Greater Lehigh Valley and Greater Northern Lehigh Chambers of Commerce. Kylie Adams, Drew Maron, Walter Niedermeyer, GLVCC CEO and President Tony Iannelli, Nancy Treskot, Jason Breidinger, GNLCC Board Chair Andrew Gildner and Jessica O'Donnell joined in the celebration.