Pittsfield - Darlene Rodowicz, who has served as Associate Vice President for Finance at Berkshire Health Systems since 1995, has been appointed by the President of Berkshire Health Systems to serve as Chief Financial Officer, an appointment that was affirmed by the BHS Board of Trustees.
Rodowicz succeeds Michael Cullen, who has taken on the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at South Shore Hospital in South Weymouth, Massachusetts.
"Darlene and Mike worked closely together for well over a decade, helping to guide Berkshire Health Systems to consistent financial stability and success throughout challenging times economically for all Massachusetts hospitals," said David E. Phelps, President of Berkshire Health Systems.
"Darlene's exceptional skills and expertise in finance, and her knowledge and experience at BHS provide us with a seamless transition. This was a great opportunity for Mike Cullen and his wife, Dottie, both natives of the Weymouth area, to return home, and South Shore Hospital will greatly benefit from his expertise."
A graduate of Western New England College with a Master's Degree in Business Administration, Rodowicz also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.
She joined Berkshire Health Systems in 1984 as a staff accountant and has since served in a variety of positions, including Billing Supervisor of Berkshire Faculty Services and BHS Comptroller before being named Associate Vice President for Finance. She is a member and Fellow of the Healthcare Financial Management Association, a national organization comprised of healthcare financial leaders.
"Darlene takes over the financial stewardship of a health system that serves over 100-thousand residents throughout Berkshire County and communities in neighboring states," said Phelps. "At a time when it has become increasingly difficult for any hospital system in Massachusetts to maintain fiscal stability, BHS continues to be strong financially. This is critical to our ability to provide the latest and most comprehensive services to the communities we serve through Berkshire Medical Center and Fairview Hospital."
Appointed to the School Committee of the Adams-Cheshire Regional School District, Rodowicz is also treasurer of the Berkshire Bruins Hockey Club and a member of the school district's ACE foundation. She and her husband Bob are the parents of four children.
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Dalton Day Returns This Saturday
By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
DALTON, Mass. — The town's popular Dalton Day festival is returning this weekend after a year's hiatus.
The event will kick off this Saturday at 11 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m. in the field in front of the Senior Center.
The community celebration was established in 2023 by the Cultural Council in an effort to increase resident participation at town meetings while also showcasing the area's welcoming, diverse, artistic and sporty atmosphere. In 2024, the event brought together 300 residents.
"The primary mission of Dalton Day is to foster a strong sense of community, build civic pride, and bring residents together through a shared celebration of local culture, music, and food," said Jeannie Ingram, Select Board member and cultural council chair, and Lori Venezia, executive assistant to the town manager.
The event provides an accessible and free platform for "civic education, community bonding, and supporting local businesses, artisans, makers, and culture more broadly," they said.
The festival strengthens the fabric of the town both civically and economically by connecting grassroots organizations with residents, fostering a shared sense of belonging, and providing free, family-friendly entertainment.
It also serves as an opportunity for community members to meet with local officials and a couple of state officials. State Sen. Paul Mark and state Rep. Leigh Davis will be coming from Beacon Hill to speak at the event.
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