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BHS Appoints Two Community Leaders to Board of Trustees

BHS announced the election of Ashley Benson, MSW, LICSW, and Matthew Lauro of Mountain One Bank to the BHS Board of Trustees.

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Greylock Federal Promotes Branch Manager at Great Barrington branch

In her role, Lison manages an expanded team, and plays an active role in business development, promoting Greylock’s products and services.

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BCC Announces New Staff Members, Promotions

Berkshire Community College (BCC) announces the addition of two new staff members and two promotions.

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Molari Appoints Rosa Barnaba as HealthCare Coordinator

Barnaba has completed training as a Community Health Worker.

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SVHC President Dee Announces Retirement

Thomas A. Dee is retiring this year after 16 years at the helm of Southwestern Vermont Health Care.

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Greylock Federal Promotes Vice President, Business Banking Officer II

Barry began his career with Greylock as a commercial credit analyst in 2006.

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BHS Appoints Chief Nursing Executive

Cadorette has served as Vice President of Acute Care and BMC Chief Nursing Officer for the past 11 years.

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Almgren Recognized for Elder Law Expertise

Almgren has practiced law for over 20 years, specializing in elder law, estate, trust, and tax planning, administration, and life care. She is accredited with the Department of Veterans Affairs and holds degrees from Williams College and Albany Law School of Union University. Her areas of expertise include Medicaid and community resource utilization for elder care.

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MOLARI Hires Rory Baker as Administrative Coordinator

Baker's background includes training as a singer and guitarist at Berklee College of Music, and experience in office administration.

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Adams Community Bank Hires New SVP Loan Operations

In this role, Barbieri will oversee the Bank's loan operations, ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of loan processes, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance customer service and operational excellence.

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BFAIR Promotes Katrina Cardillo to Senior Director

Cardillo's background includes experience in marketing, management, and community engagement.

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Nonprofit Center Adds Associate Director

Reporting directly to founder Liana Toscanini, Donovan will share the leadership and administrative workload as the NPC engages in succession planning throughout 2025.

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Co-op Bank Promotes Senior Vice President

In her new elevated role, she will lead all aspects of the Bank's human resources strategy, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, professional development, and organizational culture.

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Co-Op Bank Promotes Vice President, Senior Credit Officer

In this role, Lawler will continue to play a part in helping local businesses secure the financing they need to thrive, while also contributing to the growth and development of the Bank's commercial lending portfolio.

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BHS Appoints Vice President of Quality

Gazzillo previously served as Senior Director of Nursing for Specialty Care for the past three years. She was selected after a nationwide search for this system-wide leadership position.

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Senior Estate and Trust Attorney Joins Berkshire Law Group

Bryan earned his Juris Doctor as well as Master of Law in Taxation from Suffolk University Law School in Boston.

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Dalton Hires Executive Assistant to the Town Manager

The Select Board has appointed Lori Venezia as the new executive assistant to the town manager. She started her role on Monday.

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Co-op Bank Promotes Vice President, Commercial Lending

In her new commercial role, Watson will spearhead efforts to support local businesses, delivering tailored business banking and lending solutions to help foster growth and strengthen the regional economy.

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Pittsfield Co-op Welcomes Lisa Trybus as Retail Lending Team Leader

In this role, Trybus will oversee the bank's retail lending operations, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring continued excellence in customer service and loan offerings.

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CATA Announces New Staff

CATA hires Nina Boutsikaris as Grants & Communications Coordinator and Jeremy Lovelett as Communications Associate

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BNRC Announces New Board Leadership and Members

Smithers, a retired Berkshire County real estate attorney with over 50 years of experience, previously served on the BNRC board for 10 years and rejoined last year.

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Bishop West Real Estate Welcomes Three New Agents

Bishop West Real Estate welcomed three agents: Pam Tworig, Kolleen Schmitt, and Shannon Davis.

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Hari Kumar Joins NPC Board

Kumar is the founder of Convivo, a Berkshire-born small business that helps people build authentic communication skills for both professional and personal settings.

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Berkshire Money Management Welcomes Sarah Curtiss and Jacqueline Ferry

Berkshire Money Management (BMM), a financial and retirement planning firm with offices in Dalton and Great Barrington, announced two new additions to their operations team

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KB Accounting Names Timothy Brelsford as Director of Operations

Brelsford brings over 30 years of experience in human services and operations, with expertise in streamlining processes and implementing strategic solutions.

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Greylock Federal Promotes Kellogg Street Branch Manager

In her new role, Petithory, who began her career with Greylock in 2010, manages a staff of eight and plays an active role in business development.

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Berkshire South Community Center Elects Five New Board Members

Berkshire South Regional Community Center announced that it has elected five new members to its Board of Trustees

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1Berkshire Introduces Newly Elected Board Members and Officers

These individuals will each help support the work of 1Berkshire as the marketing and economic development organization for the region.

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Berkshire Grown Elects New Officers and Board Members

Joining the Board of Trustees this year are two Berkshire residents with extensive experience in food and farming.

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Ferry Joins Pittsfield Co-op as Commercial Banking Leader

With more than 40 years of experience in the local banking industry, including 34 years with Berkshire Bank, Mr. Ferry brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role.

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