PEOPLE IN THE NEWS
George Haddad Joins Pittsfield Co-op Board of Directors
George Haddad serves as the President of Haddad Auto Group, a family-owned business established in 1933.
Karen Sargent Joins Pittsfield Co-op as Dalton Branch Manager
With a track record in banking and a commitment to community engagement, Sargent brings experience and leadership to her new role.
BNRC Names Nick Pitel as Director of Conservation
Nick Pitel has been promoted to director of conservation, effective January 2025, by the Berkshire Natural Resources Council.
Jonathan Denmark Elected Exec VP of MountainOne Bank
MountainOne has promoted Jonathan Denmark, a Pittsfield resident, to executive vice president of MountainOne Bank.
Karen Sargent Joins Pittsfield Co-op as Dalton Branch Manager
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank has hired Karen Sargent as the new assistant vice president and branch manager of its Dalton branch location.
Adams Community Bank Promotes Vice President of Mortgage Originations
In this new role, Kaylin will continue executing the Bank's mortgage origination strategies, driving growth in the residential lending division, and enhancing homebuyers' customer experience.
Berkshire Agricultural Ventures Appoints Three New Board Members
Farmer and local agricultural leader Meg Bantle, community volunteer and farm business co-founder Mimi Beaven, and former BAV interim executive director Glenn Bergman were elected at the Board’s Annual Meeting in December 2024.
Daly Announced as CEO of Pittsfield Co-op
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank has named Michael P. Daly its chief executive officer. A friend and customer of the institution since the 1980s, Daly will help develop strategies for ongoing success.
MountainOne Celebrates Graduates of the Emerging Leaders Program
Professional development program delivers leadership training and self-discovery
2nd Street Elects Board Members
Second Street Second Chances (2nd Street) announces the election of three members to its board of directors.
Community Hero of the Month: Remedy Hall Co-Founder Andi Bryant
Bryant co-founded Remedy Hall in 2023 to lessen the financial burden of community members in need by providing essential items that people may be lacking, including hygiene items, cleaning supplies, clothing, bedding, furniture, and other necessities.
Berkshire Money Management Welcomes Financial Paraplanner
Most recently, Mike worked in the insurance industry. He has a strong background in client service and financial planning, with experience helping high-net-worth individuals protect their assets and their futures.
CATA Announce New Staff, Resident Faculty Artists, Board Members
CATA hires Chaya Schneider as Development Coordinator; Adam Gudeon, Caroline Calkins and Katie Herbst as resident faculty artists; promotes Courtney Maxwell to Program Coordinator; and appoints new board member Gary Schiff
Berkshire Natural Resources Council Welcomes Director of Advancement
Daunis will lead BNRC's fundraising and engagement initiatives to support its mission of land conservation and access to nature in the Berkshires.
BMC Names COO
Gandhi will begin his new leadership role at BMC on Nov. 18.
Berkshire Agricultural Ventures Announces New Staff Hires
The new hires expand BAV's staff team to nine, adding capacity to the nonprofit's service to local farmers and food producers in the Berkshire-Taconic region of Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut.
CHP Names Associate Director of Dental Medicine
She joined CHP Great Barrington Family Dental in 2013, and in her new role will work with CHP leadership to support CHP's dental practices and staff in North Adams, Adams, Pittsfield and Great Barrington.
Greylock Federal Promotes Assistant Vice President, Market Manager
Beron began her career with Greylock as a part-time teller at the Lee branch.
Community Heroes: Hope Amandos & Gretchen DeBartolo
Thanksgiving Angels coordinators Hope Amandos and Gretchen DeBartolo have been selected as the October Community Heroes of the Month.
Haddad Nominated as Time Dealer of the Year
George Haddad Wins National Recognition for Community Service and Industry Accomplishments
Psychotherapist Joins CHP North Adams Family Medical
Meehan holds a master's in social work from the University of Texas with a concentration in mental health and chemical dependency. He earned a B.S. in management from Ithaca College.
Pittsfield Cooperative Bank Hires Vice President
She has significant experience in branch management, financial advising, personal insurance sales and management, relationship management and customer service.
Lenox Lawyer Acknowledged in the Massachusetts Super Lawyers List
This marks the sixth year that Giovanna has earned both recognitions.
PHS Graduate Departs to Colombia With Peace Corps
Earlier this month, 24-year-old Kennedy Merriam departed to Colombia where she will serve as a co-English teacher for two years.
Red Lion Inn Appoints General Manager
Stacey Gravanis Appointed General Manager of the Red Lion Inn
MountainOne Recognizes Mountaineers with Volunteer Awards
Mountaineers from the Berkshires, South Shore, and Pioneer Valley gathered to recognize and celebrate the remarkable contributions made over the past year.
Adams Community Bank Announces Promotion
In this role, Boucher will continue to oversee the Government Banking department and further contribute to the Bank's strategic growth and success.
Literacy Network Welcomes New Board Members
Sandra Rodriguez Aponte and Jane Lehman join the Board of Directors at The Literacy Network
Lee Bank Announces Promotions and Internal Reorganization
Lee Bank announced promotions and internal reorganization to reimagine their consumer banking division.
MountainOne President Elected Chair of Mass Bankers
Founded in 1905, the MBA is the only Association representing FDIC-insured community, regional and nationwide banks serving consumer and business clients across the Commonwealth.
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