Co-Op Bank Appoints Vice President, Branch Manager in Great Barrington

12:56PM / Friday, October 17, 2025Print Story | Email Story

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Cooperative Bank (Co-Op Bank) announced the appointment of Christoper Becker, as Vice President, Branch Manager of its Great Barrington office.

He has over three decades of insurance and banking experience.

Since beginning a career in financial services in 1991, Becker has held a variety of leadership positions across retail banking, customer service, and branch operations.

In his new role, Becker will oversee branch operations, lead business development initiatives, and ensure exceptional customer experience for both personal and business banking clients.

"Chris's extensive experience and proven leadership in the banking industry makes him an outstanding fit for the role," said Dana Robb, SVP, Retail & Banking Operations, "We are excited to see the positive impact he will have on our customers, employees, and community."

A longtime resident of Great Barrington Becker is committed to giving back to his community through seminars and workshops.

"I am excited to join Co-Op Bank and lead the Great Barrington team," said Becker. "I look forward to continuing to build strong relationships with our customers and supporting the growth and success of our community."

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Letter: Southern Berkshire Ambulance Expresses Gratitude for Support

Letter to the Editor07:00PM / Saturday, August 08, 2026

To the Editor:

Over the next nine months, the Southern Berkshire Ambulance Squad (SBAS) will take delivery of two new ambulances, at a cost of roughly $1 million, to replace two vehicles that are very much on their last wheels. Lacking that $1 million, SBAS had to put out an emergency call of its own. I write to share the wonderful news that Berkshire Preservation Inc. (BPI) more than answered our call.

BPI's board, which includes Carole Owens, Louis Schroeter, Wende and David Carver, Nelson Furlano, and Todd Ehrlich worked tirelessly to organize a benefit concert at the Colonial Theatre that netted $98,877 for SBAS. We saw firsthand how hard they worked to bring it off, and we could not be more grateful to be the beneficiaries of their efforts and generosity.

SBAS answers your emergency calls 24/7/365. It means a great deal to us that when we were the ones in need, BPI answered ours. If you would like to learn more about BPI, and you should, please go to preservationinc.org.

With deep gratitude,

Ken Schumacher
Great Barrington, Mass.

Ken Schumacher is president of the board of directors
of the Southern Ambulance Squad

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