Laura Dorfman appointed to Needham Historical Commission

Laura Dorfman, Executive Vice President at Dedham Savings, appointed to Needham Historical Commission

On September 10, 2019 at the regular meeting of the Needham Board of Selectmen, Laura Dorfman, Executive Vice President of Residential & Consumer Lending at Dedham Savings, was appointed to the Needham Historical Commission. 

Stated Dorfman, “I’m so honored to have been asked to join the Needham Historical Commission. It’s my hope that my years of involvement in the local real estate market will give me a solid foundation for providing relevant input to the commission in its important preservation work.”

Dorfman has over 25 years of residential lending and construction loan management experience at community banks in eastern Massachusetts and currently holds the position of Executive Vice President of Residential & Consumer Lending at Dedham Savings. She lives in Needham with her husband and daughter.

About the Needham Historical Commission

The Historical Commission was created to ensure the preservation, protection, and development of the historical assets that are the visible evidence of the Town of Needham’s history. The commission conducts research to identify places of historic or archeological value and communicates with the Select Board about recommendations as to the whether an asset should be certified as an historical or archeological landmark.

About Dedham Savings

Incorporated in 1831, Dedham Savings has assets of over $1.6 billion. Its mission is to promote financial strength and success in the individuals, families, and businesses of the communities it serves. Dedham Savings offers a broad range of financial and electronic banking services to individuals, businesses and organizations through full-service locations in Dedham, East Dedham, Needham, Norwood, Sharon, South Boston, Walpole, and Westwood.