David and Susan GorinWhen David and Susan Gorin moved from Washington, D.C., to Sarasota, Florida four years ago they also found a home at Canandaigua National Trust Company of Florida, and it was something of a reunion.
David and Susan Gorin
Susan grew up in Rochester just miles from where Canandaigua National Bank & Trust was founded near the shore of Canandaigua Lake.
“I knew the bank had a history and I was impressed,” said David. “One-hundred-thirty-seven years in the same family, that’s impressive. I have always had a great affinity for small businesses.”
Canandaigua National Bank & Trust was founded in 1887. President and CEO Frank Hamlin is now the fifth generation to lead the independent community bank.
Susan Molinari, George W. Hamlin, IV Chairman, CNTF,
and Bill PaxonBill Paxon and his wife Susan Molinari considered several regional and national wealth management firms before choosing Canandaigua.
Susan Molinari, George W. Hamlin, IV Chairman, CNTF,
and Bill Paxon
“Its amazing attention to our long-term planning won our investments. And every day since, everyone at Canandaigua has fulfilled this commitment with professionalism, integrity, and detailed attention to our family’s needs.”
The Gorins selected Canandaigua after interviewing several firms. “Just the fact it was smaller, and Paul (Tarantino) was dressed casually made us feel comfortable. We weren’t rushed or pressured,” said Gorin.
“Unlike any other financial firms I have worked at, clients and employees choose Canandaigua National Trust Company for the same reasons,” said Paul Tarantino, Wealth Advisor and Regional Manager. “Customers don’t want high pressure sales and our advisors want to advise. Sounds simple but it is rare to find this alignment in a financial firm. Our advisers are paid by salary not commission. They want to be paid for performing their fiduciary responsibilities, not for convincing a client to buy something. And the most important family is your family. No one understands this better than Canandaigua National Bank & Trust which has thrived across five generations of family leadership. We understand the importance family plays in the creation and preservation of wealth,” Tarantino said.
Bill Paxon and Susan Molinari agree. They’ve been so impressed with Canandaigua National Trust Company; their two daughters are now customers.
“Joining the Canandaigua family has been great choice,” said Susan Molinari. “They have worked hard to successfully manage our assets while keeping in mind every-day our long-term needs.”