Shark Launches Innovative New Banking Portal to reach Younger Banking Customers in 5 New England States.

Burlington, VT — Shark Communications, a leading Burlington, Vermont-based interactive and brand management agency has recently launched “The Hub,” a new, innovative web site for customers of Chittenden Corporation’s network of community banks in New England. Designed to serve primarily the 18-29 age bracket, The Hub offers online visitors the opportunity to sign up for free checking and account services, enter on-going contests, take advantage of Hub Stubs (a rewards and coupon program), and get valuable financial education and information through a variety of calculators, articles, podcasts, and blogs. The Hub was developed by Shark as a component of the agency’s more encompassing, new media initiatives currently under development for Chittenden Corporation.

Chittenden Corporation (NYSE: CHZ) is a multi-bank holding company with assets of over $6 billion, headquartered in Burlington, Vermont. More about Chittenden Corporation can be found at http://www.chittendencorp.com

Shark Communications is a full-service advertising, design, and interactive agency serving corporate, government, non-profit, and small business clients. More about the agency’s award-winning marketing and leading interactive services can be viewed at http://www.sharkcomm.com