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I invite you to peruse these pages that salute Berkshire

County’s most outstanding young professionals, recipients

of the inaugural 40 Under Forty awards, presented by

Berkshire Community College.

I would like to first thank the more than 200 individuals who

took the time and effort to nominate over 175 different

candidates for these awards. Our eight judges all com-

mented on the high quality of the entire cohort. The depth

and breadth of their contributions, invested to improve the

quality of life and economic vibrancy of the Berkshires, is particularly impressive.

The selection process was extremely competitive, and we are grateful to everyone

who participated. I’m sure you will enjoy reading the profiles of our honorees, which

appear in this special section.

This publication and the 40 Under Forty awards celebration on March 24 at

Berkshire Hills Country Club would not have been possible without our nominees, the

forty honorees, sponsors, supporters and advertisers. Special thanks to 1Berkshire,

our Strategic Partner and the Berkshire Eagle, our Media partner.

I look forward to meeting many of you at the awards and encourage you to visit our

website at www.berkshirecc.edu/40underforty to purchase tickets. We have had

an enthusiastic response and expect to sell out, if we haven’t already. Thank you all

for supporting Berkshire Community College’s students and programs by participating

in this exciting event.

Congratulations again to our honorees. You should all be proud of your

accomplishments. We celebrate your achievements and thank you for your

contributions to our communities.

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> Career Highlights:

Getting elected by a margin of 243 out of23,647 votes in the Democratic primary in2006; getting elected and re-elected 5 times;authoring several major updates tonation-leading clean energy laws.

> Community Involvement:

Representing the needs and interests of the52 communities of the Berkshire, Hampshire,Franklin and Hampden district through fiveegislative sessions.

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To be determined

> Individual You Admire Most:

My parents

> Hidden/Unique Talents:

Very good at the Word Jumble

> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:

Person - My Mom

Place - Downtown Pittsfield

Thing - Apple cider donuts from Bartlett’s

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> Career Highlights: Being recognized with regional andnational awards for my creativity and initiative in highereducation is very memorable, but more so for me, seeing thetangible impact my work has on students while here at thecollege, and as they thrive in the world.

> Community Involvement: NBCC, Berkshire Youth LeadershipProgram, North Adams Partnership, owning Oh Crepe! Cafe,being a City Councilor in North Adams, coordinating serviceprojects like the Appalachian Trail Bridge painting, working onthe MCLA Alumni Board, co-founding the NAMAzing Initiativeand jumping at any project that could help the greatercommunity, from lifelong residents to brand new transplants.

> Ultimate Career Goal: I love being on the ground in the workI do, someday I hope to be a chief administrator, a CollegePresident, or possibly in government. I want to be an agentfor direct change and a driver for forward momentum. Thereare many doors in front of me, and I don’t wish to close any ofthem quite yet.

> Individual You Admire Most: My wife, Emily Schiavoni. Sheputs up with a roller coaster of life with me, always supportive,always keeping me grounded, but also willing to let me makethe most of my passion and creativity. She does it with suchgrace and pizzazz that I can only stand back and admire herwith love, affection, and a dose of disbelief.

> Hidden/Unique Talents: My handwriting is somewhatlegendary

> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: Top of the World,on Florida Mountain. It is a place I have used for personalreflection and to show folks new to this area just howincredible a change of perspective can be to make youappreciate our little corner of the world.

BenjaminLambAssistant Director for StudentOrganizations and Involvement,Williams College, Williamstown, MABirthplace: Schenectady, NYResidence: North Adams, MADegrees and Certifications:B.A. Biology – MCLA, B.A.Environmental Studies – MCLA,M.Ed. College Student ServicesAdministration, College of Saint RosePhD. (anticipated) Higher EducationAdministration - University of Nebraska

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> Career Highlights: I achieved the position ofChief Investment Officer at my prior employer, afterserving as Director of Research, responsibilitiesncluded client contact via original literature,composing a unique investment strategy andexecuting it on behalf of accounts aggregatingn excess of $800 million.> Community Involvement: Over a decadeof charitable giving and time volunteeredto help college students at my alma mater,securing Bloomberg terminals for the financedepartment, providing feedback/directionon weekly calls with students managing partof the University’s endowment, and arrangingnternships for students while at my formeremployer Berkshire Bank.> Ultimate Career Goal: Own a namesake firmdevoted to providing wealth managementservices. I believe the pinnacle of achievementin my profession would be founding or running afinancial services firm.> Individual You Admire Most: My formerprofessor David Smith: he was instrumental increating my Financial Analysis major, keepingme involved in supporting my school, whileserving as an amazing example of balancingprofessional and personal growth.> Hidden/Unique Talents: My culinary skills arepaltry compared to my wife’s, but the familystill enjoys my weekend breakfasts--especially,breakfast sandwiches!

RickBleser

Vice President - Portfolio Manager St.Germain Investment ManagementSpringfield, MABirthplace: Niskayuna, NYResidence: Lenox, MADegrees and Certifications:University at Albany, SUNY, BS, BusinessAdministration; BS, Economics

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> Career Highlights: Made a career transitionto the field of alternative education and socialwork. Since starting in June, I have alreadyassisted several students to earn their highschool credentials.> Community Involvement: I serve as aco-founder, multimedia designer,choreographer, and dancer of local dancegroup dysFUNKcrew. I also lend my artistictalents to Berkshire Dance Theatre and TheFunk Box Dance Studio. When I’m not teachingor performing, I’m capturing and editingvideos for 1Berkshire’s Berkshire Initiative forGrowth.> Ultimate Career Goal: To become a highschool educator, open my own videographybusiness, and eventually open a dance studio.> Individual You Admire Most: My wife,Rebecca (Clemons) Ahamad, is the sourceof my strength and inspiration. She quicklymade a name for herself as a hip-hop danceinstructor and is Co-Director at BerkshireDance Theatre. I love her passion and driveto establish a safe and motivating creativeenvironment for local Berkshire youth.> Hidden Talents: I don’t have any “hidden”talents as I share all my abilities with mycommunity. Whether it’s my ability to teach,dance, write, and/or capture stories andmoments through video, I use every skill andtalent in an effort to bring people together.

JamalAhamadHiSET Instructor/YouthCounselor, BerkshireWorksCareer CenterBirthplace: Brooklyn, NYResidence: Cheshire, MADegrees and Certifications:Bachelor’s in CreativeWriting with a Minor in ArtsManagement, MCLAM.Ed., MCLA (in progress)

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> Degrees and Certifications: NortheasternUniversity, Doctor of Law and Policy;Suffolk University Law School, Juris Doctor;U. Mass., MS- Labor Relations; SouthernNew Hampshire University, BS, Economics;Springfield Technical Community College,AS-Telecommunications.

>Career Highlights: State Representativefor the 2nd Berkshire District, ViceChair-Committee on Rules. Attorney atLaw, International Brotherhood of ElectricalWorkers.

>Community Involvement: I representsixteen communities in Berkshire andFranklin Counties in the MassachusettsHouse of Representatives.

> Ultimate Career Goal: To continue servingthe public and to make a difference in thelives of the people I represent.

> Individual You Admire Most:George Washington

> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:The 2nd Berkshire District

PaulMark

RepresentativeMassachusetts House ofRepresentativesBoston, MABirthplace: Peru, MAResidence: Peru, MA

> Career Highlights: Beginning my career at Berkshire United Way,where I led efforts to promote positive youth development, myjourney has recently led me to Zogics, an ecommerce business.Recognizing the company’s cutting-edge innovation andfast-paced growth, I pitched my own job as a data analyst whereI aim to become part of the exciting developments at Zogics!> Community Involvement: In 2015, I was a mentor for BarringtonStage’s Playwright Mentoring Project, a program for youth whichallows them to use theatre as an outlet. I serve as a WorkplaceCampaign Executive for Berkshire United Way as part of theircurrent fundraising efforts and am a fundraising agent forthe Williams College Alumni Fund. I am also on the steeringcommittee and chair of professional development for BerkshireYoung Professionals (BYP).> Ultimate Career Goal: To build a CDC which merges businessand human services to raise a community of organizations thatbetter allocate resources, increase efficiency while minimizingcosts, with the ultimate goal of maximizing impact and fosteringregions which prosper.> Individual You Admire Most: My dad- raised under very poorcircumstances, my father, along with my mother, has taught methe true meaning of hard work, the importance of an education,and all that it takes to overcome the struggles we face in life.> Hidden/Unique Talents: I have a knack for picking up newlanguages- I currently speak 4 languages, and can write in anon-latin alphabet script, Ge’ez. I also imitate accents pretty well,if I do say so myself- my American accent is impeccable!> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: My favorite Berkshireperson is my savvy business partner, wise adviser, and great friendof 5 years, Nataly Garzon- since freshman year in Williamstown,she has been the source of my inspiration!

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Data ScientistZogicsLee, MABirthplace: Addis Ababa, EthiopiaResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:Bachelor of Arts, Economics,Williams College, Williamstown, MA

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> Career Highlights:Upon graduating from BCC, I obtained a job inengineering and now have sixteen years of experience.I am a licensed Mass. Building Inspector and Commissioner.I am currently a registered Professional Engineer in Mass.,Connecticut, Vermont and New York. I am partner at edmServices and own and operate MAX Engineering andDesign.> Community Involvement:Advisory committee for McCann Tech High School, YouthSoccer and Basketball Coach, participation with BCC STEMCareer Fair.> Ultimate Career Goal:My goals include owning and operating a successfulfull service architectural and engineering company thatcaters to a wide variety of clients. I want to support mystaff and other professionals in unleashing possibilities thatare creative, exciting and sustainable. Most importantly,I strive to be a mentor to my children and achieve awell-balanced, successful, and enjoyable life.> Individual You Admire Most:Mark Cuban> Hidden/Unique Talents:Baseball, Basketball, Football, Darts, Pool-- and creatingamazing train and car tracks with my children thatattempt to defy the laws of gravity and all engineeringpractices.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:Person: My Clients, who are constantly making theBerkshires a better place. Place: Pine Cobble School.Thing: Old Forge Wings - need I say more?


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> Career Highlights: Founded my own marketingagency that has since carved out strong nichesin healthcare, financial services and non-profits.OneEighty has led several branding and rebrandingefforts while infusing customized strategies to helpclients increase market share.> Community Involvement: VP of the Pittsfield CityCouncil, serving my fourth term. Served as a keyadvocate for the new Taconic High School projectand led the effort to create Pittsfield’s GreenCommission.> Ultimate Career Goal: To continue to enjoy thefreedom and flexibility of being a business owner,but to further align my work with the importantchallenges we face. Changing the way we thinkabout the great issues of the day takes strongadvocacy and creative messaging. I would like myfirm to grow into a leader in this area.> Individual You Admire Most: My wife, Allison, is atthe very top of the list. She is a professional mother,and that is more challenging than any career in theworld. I am constantly amazed at her boundlessenergy and grace.> Hidden Talents: I was once a regular on open miccircuits performing my own tunes and covers.> Favorite Berkshire Business, Place or Thing: In highschool and college, competitive distance runningwas an important part of my life. What I alwaysloved about the Berkshires is the choice the endlesswooded running trails. My favorites: Kennedy Park,State Forest area trails near BCC and The Boulders.

JohnKrolOneEighty MediaPittsfieldBirthplace: Pittsfield, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:BA, University ofPennsylvania, major inpsychology, concentration incommunications

> Career Highlights:Working with and learning from great mentors andegends in the local insurance industry; includingBob Farrell, Bob Curry, Tim Minkler, Mark Selkowitz,Steve Cronin and Bob Collins. To date, my biggesthighlight is managing an insurance agency in thearea where I grew up.> Community Involvement:Board of Directors, Berkshire Carousel and JewishFederation of the Berkshires. Institutional ReviewBoard, Austen Riggs Center and MBA AdvisoryCommittee, MCLA. Community volunteer,member of Berkshire Chamber of Commerce andBerkshire Young Professionals.> Ultimate Career Goal:Become the region’s leader in insurance productsand services. Provide families and businesses withproducts that protect the things that they lovemost and help create joy and comfort in the livesof my fellow employees.> Individual You Admire Most:My wife. She is an incredible mother to our twochildren and somehow manages to juggle work,kids and so many other activities. I couldn’t be agood dad, co-worker and friend without her.> Hidden/Unique Talents:I play multiple instruments including guitar, piano,bass, mandolin, harmonica and percussion.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:Stony Ledge, Mount Greylock

JonathanDenmarkPresident & COOCoakley, Pierpan, Dolan & CollinsInsurance Agency, Inc.North Adams, Pittsfield & WilliamstownBirthplace: Pittsfield, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:MBA from Isenberg School ofManagement, UMass Amherst

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> Career Highlights:Seeing nearly 50 youth with jobs each summer atGreenagers. Improving the connections for youth withthe community, and land in the Berkshires. CreatingSky View Farm with my wife as 4th generation stewardsof the land; growing good food for our community.Running our sawmill and producing high quality localumber.> Community Involvement:I served on the board of Berkshares for 4 years andcurrently serve on the boards of the Great BarringtonLand Conservancy and the Upper Housatonic ValleyNational Heritage Area. I have volunteered at DeweyHall, Great Barrington Fair Grounds, Sheffield TreeProject, and assist the Mount Everett FFA chapter.I have also been involved with the Sheffield Farmer’sMarket.> Ultimate Career Goal:I shall continue to shepherd Greenagers as long as itmakes sense for me to do so. My goal is to be involvedwith the community and make improvements towardthe goals of ecological sustainability, communityintegrity, and job creation while remaining firmlyattached to our land resources.> Individual You Admire Most:My grandfather, Bill Conklin (deceased)> Hidden/Unique Talents:I play trumpet in the duo “Easy Ridin’ Papas”> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:Sky View Farm

WillConklinExecutive DirectorGreenagersGreat Barrington, MABirthplace: Sheffield, MAResidence: Sheffield, MADegrees and Certifications:BA - University of King’sCollege - Nova Scotia / UMASSAmherst

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> Career Highlights: First store managementposition at 18, highest volume retail storemanaged- $5M annually, 12 years retailstore and corporate management. StartedGraphic Design business immediatelyfollowing college. Project Manager & GraphicDesigner at GUESS?, Inc. Online marketing forOption Institute & Autism Treatment Centerof America. Executive Director,DowntownPittsfield Inc.

> Community Involvement: Various localfundraising and special event volunteer,support Youth Commission ArtscapeCommittee, Autism Treatment Center ofAmerica/Option Institute. My job as ExecutiveDirector for Downtown Pittsfield Inc. offers mean abundance of opportunities for communityinvolvement.

> Ultimate Career Goal: Time with family ismy priority, so work/life balance is key. At DPImy goal is to build relationships that result indowntown Pittsfield continuing to see progresswhile also growing the organization’s revenue.My hope is that through this work of engagingthe community, people will experience a citythey love, settle down and grow their families.

> Individual You Admire Most: My Mother> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:Kayaking or anything else at/near the water

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Executive DirectorDowntown Pittsfield, Inc.(DPI) Pittsfield, MABirthplace: Pittsfield, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:Bachelor of Science - MediaArts

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> Career Highlights: Increasing ROI ofCorporate Citizenship Programs, Building andDeveloping Berkshire’s Broader CSR programs,Launching Sustainability Initiative, Increasingparticipation in corporate communityengagement programs. Deepening alignmentof corporate citizenship programs. Earningmore than a dozen local, regional andnational awards for our CSR efforts. Speakingopportunities at global conferences.

> Community Involvement: DowntownPittsfield, Inc. Board Member, Chair PRand Marketing Task Force, City of PittsfieldCommunity Development Board, BerkshireYoung Professionals, St. Michael’s CollegeBerkshire County Alumni Chapter President,Springfield Reading Success by the 4th GradeCollaborative, Western Mass Funders Group,Corporate Volunteer Council of GreaterBoston, Corporate Volunteer Council ofCentral New York.

> Ultimate Career Goal: To make a differencein the community and business, drive change,and create value.

> Individual You Admire Most: John F. Kennedy

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> Career Highlights: I really loved working at Everyday Health Inc, based on out NYC,but with a North Adams office. I felt that working there I learned so much about websitedevelopment, popular diets and working for a larger organization with such a wonderfulteam. I also loved interning at Berkshire Creative for Julia Dixon and being introduced toboth 1Berkshire and Berkshire Young Professionals. The work at Berkshire South RegionalCommunity Center feels the most rewarding. I am working with one of the Berkshires bestnon-profit resources and helping bring awareness of all the amazing programs they offer tothe Southern Berkshire population.> Community Involvement: I am lucky to have taken on the role of the Chair of theMarketing Subcommittee for Berkshire Young Professionals as well as serving on theSteering Committee, a Berkshire Chamber of Commerce program. I am also part of theBerkshire Community College Alumni association and their marketing committee and theCommunications Lead for Friends of Saint Mary’s, an ad hoc committee started to save andfind a buyer to repurpose for the former Saint Mary’s the Morning Star church on Tyler Street.And for a time, I was hiking the Sonsini Shelter dogs, something I would like to get back intothe habit of doing again.> Ultimate Career Goal: I would like my career to continue in a field and for an organizationthat I know that has the same goals and values that I hold close. I want an organizationwhere the common good and volunteerism is valued and where the thoughts and skills ofall employees are valued. I also hope that someday I can take my writing skills and publisha book of short stories.> Individual You Admire Most: I know it sounds cliche, but there are so many members ofour Berkshire Community that I admire. They are so many leaders, all with different titlesand roles that are out there trying to motivate others towards continuous progress of theBerkshires. I admire anyone who is willing to stand up for those individuals and groups thatare oppressed. It takes courage to change a norm. That is what I can admire in manyindividuals.> Hidden/Unique Talents: I feel like I can find the humor in almost every situation. SometimesI believe that I am an animal whisperer. I feel the good energy from them and vice versa. Iam also really flexible, which helps with my yoga practice.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: I have too many Berkshire Persons here to pick one.I feel the most alive on the Thunderbolt trail on Mount Greylock and I love the diversity ofbeautiful outdoors, educational and cultural places and events in the Berkshires.

Darcie SosaMarketing ManagerBerkshire South Regional CommunityCenter Great Barrington MABirthplace: Dalton, MAResidence: Dalton, MADegrees and Certifications:B.S, Human Nutrition and Dietetics,University of Massachusetts, AmherstB.A, English/Communications,Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

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> Career Highlights: Last year, received the MADental Society’s “Ten Under 10” Award for significantcontributions to the profession, the community, andorganized dentistry. Helped secure a $30,000 Grantfor Expanding Children’s Access to Dentistry from MALeague of CHCs while Dental Director at CHP. Was aselected participant for The Geiger Gibson Program inCommunity Health Policy and Leadership.> Community Involvement: Proud supporter of BerkshireFestivals, Family Fun Days, community arts and churchevents. Appears on local radio stations and talks withlocal children’s, parenting and underserved groupssharing a passion for prevention/education andintegration of oral health as part of overall wellness.> Ultimate Career Goal: My ultimate career goal issimple, to make a difference.> Individual You Admire Most: Too many to list. PersonallyI admire my husband, Steve Hassmer, for teaching me tosee the details in life and to always challenge me withthe question, “Why can’t you?” Professionally, Dr. JayWise for being an amazing mentor, dentist, and person.> Hidden/Unique Talents: I was a professional dancerbefore I was a dentist. I met my husband on a NationalTour of “My Fair Lady,” played Velma in “West Side Story,”traveled and performed on cruise ships, and was inDenise Austin and David Kirsch fitness videos.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: Jacob’s Pillow. . . You probably would have guessed that, with mebeing a dancer. I love the Inside Out Theatre experiencewith my children.

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> Community Involvements: All sorts of stuff! Earlychildhood is a passion because there’s a need forgreater awareness. My grandmother (CatherineLipa) worked for HeadStart, as an AmericorpsI worked in pre-k, and the data shows it hassignificant ROI.

> Ultimate Career Goal: To know I made a goodliving doing meaningful work that inspired me,connected me to people who I respect and letme to live a life I’m proud of.

> Individual You Admire Most: My mom’sawesome, but with over 7 billion people in theworld there are many! I have a quote in my officefrom Amma, a Hindi guru, teaching to look atwhat is of value in others and respect that. Thatseems wise to me.

> Hidden Talents: I’m a beekeeper! Really I’m anapprentice to my husband, who is infinitely morepatient and thorough than me.

> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: It’snot one thing but how everything is fluid andintegrated here. Work, nature, community, culture– it’s all connected in the Berkshires. This is anamazing place and I’m thankful to be workingfor a great company, engaged in the communityand experiencing life here.

CaitlinPembleManager, Agency Growth andDevelopmentGuardian Life Insurance,Pittsfield, MABirthplace: North Adams, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:Smith College, BA; WestfieldState, Masters of PublicAdministration; Boston CollegeCenter for Corporate Citizenship

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> Career Highlights:Everything I have done within my career has led meowards the work we do with Age Friendly Berkshires.Together with many involved partners, we will changehe way we are able to live, play, and receive serviceswithin this county. Another highlight was being awardedBerkshire 25 in 2015.

> Community Involvement:’m on the Board of Directors for NBCC, Elder Servicesand the Barrett House Independent Senior Living, andhe Advisory Board for Mass Council on Aging. I co-chairhe Regional Coordination Council (RCC) on BerkshireTransportation. I’m most proud of my work with Age-Friendly Berkshires, and many other volunteer projects.

> Ultimate Career Goal:Utilize my skills and knowledge within the field of agingand human services, to maintain fulfillment within mycareer. I need to be proud of my work. I hope to maintaina healthy balance between career achievement andfamily.

> Individual You Admire Most:My grandparents who gave more than they chose to live with.

> Hidden/Unique Talents:Nope, they are all out in the open.

> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:Bobbie Orsi, my mentor, who seemingly has foundbalance between her career, being a mother, caregiverand advocate.

EricaGirgentiDirectorTown of Adams- Council on AgingAdamsBirthplace: Adams, MAResidence: Adams, MADegrees and Certifications:MS in Human Services- Specialization inGerontology, Bachelor of Social WorkCertified Trainer in Nonviolent Crisis Interventionand in PASS: Passenger Service and Safety

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> Career Highlights: Started as the ExecutiveAssistant, promoted to Coordinator of Marketingand then to Development Manager. Currentlyoversee 200 employee workplace campaigns,previously helped design and launch a newwebsite, oversaw numerous community and donorrelated events. Have grown professionally in thisorganization through excellent mentoring byKristine Hazzard, Jenn Kerwood, and Nancy Stoll.> Community Involvement: Berkshire YoungProfessionals Chair, Berkshire Initiative for Growth,Berkshire Chamber of Commerce Board, PittsfieldPromise early literacy coalition, Face the Facts -reduce teen pregnancy community coalition.> Ultimate Career Goal: Continue to do good workn improving the quality of life in Berkshire County,the place I will always call home, in any numberof ways currently available to me or just off on thehorizon that I can aspire to. My ultimate goal is toRETIRE, and start a farm in Sheffield that takes insheltered and abused animals.> Individual You Admire Most: Nancy Slattery, myMom.> Hidden/Unique Talents: I have an obsessivecompulsion cleaning disorder and I sing karaokepretty well.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: Takingmy dogs for walks - especially at Wild Acres,Strawberry Hill or Shaker Reservoir - or goingto Ashintully in Tyringham and admiring thebreathtaking beauty of the Berkshires.

JonahSykesDevelopment ManagerBerkshire United WayPittsfieldBirthplace: Becket, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:Undergrad in English/Communicationsat Mass. College of Liberal Arts,Graduate degree in Communicationsfrom College of St. Rose

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> Highlights: I started Berkshire Organics with less than$1,000 out of my dining room in 2008. We currently grossover $2 million per year and I employ/manage over20 staff. Berkshire Organics works with over 100 localarms and local food artisans and has spent millions ofdollars locally.> Community involvement: One of my missions hasbeen to be a zero waste company. Whatever produces not deemed perfect for store sales is sold to thecommunity for $1/lb. Whatever does not sell is donatedo local food pantries. This amounts to hundreds ofpounds of organic produce each week. Whateverproduce is compost material is donated to local farmsor their animals.> Career Goal: I would love to completely renovate/update the current Berkshire Organics location. I dreamof creating other market locations regionally. The retailood market industry is very complex and challenging,so I hope I can continue to be competitive and offercustomers what they are looking for.> Admire: Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont andhis efforts and support for mandatory labeling ofgenetically modified foods.> Talent: I started running cross country and track andfield competitively in 6th grade, through college.I also ran two marathons, but then my body needed arest. I’ve run local races recently through the BerkshireRunning Center.> Favorite Berkshire Thing:We are fortunate to havesome fantastic restaurants in the Berkshires who use alot of local ingredients.

AleishaGibbonsCo-Owner, BerkshireOrganics Market &DeliveryBirthplace: Sheffield, MAResidence: Dalton, MADegrees and Certifications:B.A. Roanoke College,Roanoke, VA

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> Career Highlights:Since 2005, I have managed the region’s Career Readinessystem involving the MA Dept. of Education, public schooldistricts, employers, CBO’s, higher education and workforce/economic development entities. This provides 4,500 youthannually with career awareness, exploration and immersionexperiences. Secured $1.4 million to enhance the region’s CareerReadiness models.> Community Involvement:I manage the BCREB Youth Council and serve on the BerkshireCompact for Education, Berkshire STEM Advisory Board andPittsfield’s Community Connection Steering Committee;enhancing the College and Career aspirations of our youth andmeeting the current workforce needs of regional employers tourther enhance the area’s population, workforce and economy.> Ultimate Career Goal:Has been reached! I love my job and greatly appreciate myBCREB colleagues, board members and dedicated communitypartners. I thoroughly enjoy my work to ensure our youth areequipped with the skills and knowledge to be successful andcontributing members of the Berkshire economy and community> Individual You Admire Most:My grandmother, Della Shogry (1929-2014).> Hidden/Unique Talents:I am a fitness enthusiast (borderline fanatic!) Runner &Cross-Trainer> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:My favorite thing is the region’s variety of recreation, health &fitness offerings.

HeatherWilliamsYouth Program DirectorBerkshire County RegionalEmployment Board, Inc.(BCREB) PittsfieldBirthplace: Pittsfield, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:Masters of Education, Special Education, ModerateDisabilities 5-12, Westfield State UniversityBachelor of Arts, History, U. Mass., Amherst.

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Career Highlights: I have sold over $20 Million dollars of residentialnd commercial real estate in my career, helping over 200 people find their dreamome and sell their home. With the Adams Ale House my partners and I took aapidated old building and transformed it into an elegant gastropub servingothing but scratch made delicious food and employing 22 employees.

Community Involvement: HVHS JV and Varsity Socceroach, Berkshire County Board of Realtors FLEXMLS Director, Berkshireoard Contracts and Forms Committee, Downtown Adams Businessdvocacy Volunteer, Economic Development committee Town of Adams.

Ultimate Career Goal: My ultimate career goal is to helpher people every day. Whether it is to provide work for 20 people @ thedams ale house or to have the best priced banquet hall to get the best bangr your buck when you get married; I want to help people’s lives be better andake themselves better in the process.

Individual You Admire Most: Individually I admire myother and father most; they taught me the value of getting a solid education.

I always put in as much effort as I could learning and creating opportunitiesfor myself and those around me. I have my mother’s can do attitude and havelearned it is easier to go and try new things and take incredible risks becauserewards cannot be had without taking them.

> Hidden/Unique Talents: I can breakdance or at least I usedto be able to. I would also say, contrary to what most people think, I’m afantastic cook and love spending time with my family in the kitchen.


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NathanGirardCo-Owner Adams Ale House andBroker Associate Greylock Realty.Adams Ale House, Adams, MABirthplace: Adams, MAResidence: Cheshire, MADegrees and Certifications:Endicott College (Beverly, MA)undergraduate Bachelor in ArtsManagement Focus, and Master’s Degreein Business from MCLA (North Adams, MA)

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> Career Highlights: I started at Lenox National Bankas a seasonal teller and proof operator. Aftercollege, I worked in the loan department.Over the next seven years I worked in loans,compliance, finance and many other areas.n 2014 I became a Vice President andcontinued in this position until we merged withAdams Community Bank in 2015. Since thenI have been a Vice President in the BusinessDevelopment department.

> Community Involvement: I am a memberof St. Vincent de Paul parish and serve onboth the parish council and in the choir. I ama member of Pittsfield UNICO, helping raisemoney for local organizations and people inneed. I am also a coordinator of the ACES,UNICO’s youth group. I am now serving mysecond term with the Lenox Housing Authority.I am always looking for ways to serve and giveback to my community.

> Ultimate Career Goal: To serve BerkshireCounty with community-focused banking.

> Individual You Admire Most: Can’t pick just one!Anyone who works to improve the lives of others.


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Theresa(Tess) SorrentinoVP-Business DevelopmentAdams Community BankLenoxBirthplace: Lenox, MAResidence: Lenox, MADegrees and Certifications:BA: Saint Anselm College

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> Career Highlights:I began my career as a preschool teacher through Girls Inc.. Then,became a staff coordinator for a home care/health agency. Next,I served as Asst. Manager at The Apartments at Foxhollow. I joined KidZoneas their School Age Director, then promoted to the Center’s Asst. Director.> Community Involvement:I do a lot of volunteer work in Berkshire County. Presently, I am Secretaryor the BCC Alumni board, I am on the Homebuyer’s Selection Committeehrough the Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity. Completed theBerkshire Leadership Program and served on their Steering Committee.Currently a member of the Berkshire Business and Professional Women’sBBPW) group, was Second Vice President/Chair for Membership. I washonored with the Berkshire Business and Professional Women’s Memberof the year.> Ultimate Career Goal:My ultimate career goal is to obtain my Master’s Degree in Education,Social Work, or Human Resources.> Individual You Admire Most:The individual I admire most is my Mom, Donna Connors. She comes froma strong line of women, my Grandma who was an RN who owned herown nursing home and my Great Grandmother.> Hidden/Unique Talents:I have figure skated since I was seven years old, competing in the danceportion, precision team and individuals/singles. I taught figure skating toUMASS students as part of their physical education curriculum. I enjoyhiking and photography, have been a photographer for many weddings.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:My favorite Berkshire “thing” would have to be the abundance of hikingtrails and scenic areas. Short or long hikes, throughout the county.

SharonConnorsAssistant DirectorKidZonePittsfield, MABirthplace: Pittsfield, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:A.A. Selected Studies fromBerkshire Community College,B.A. from U. Mass. -Amherst

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> Career Highlights:My biggest career highlight was to create my own company, whichenerated work opportunities for my family and other members ofhe community. Diplacon worked with Home Depot as an installer forver 2 years. Currently we are working with LD Builders doing finisharpentry work.> Community Involvement:Organize events in local church, help Hispanic community, supportharitable organizations. Created a diverse soccer team in 2003 calledarcelona, which played in the Berkshire Soccer League and washampion 4 times.> Ultimate Career Goal:Work hard to keep Diplacon growing. I would like to lead a biggeream, maintaining our passion about providing quality work to ourerkshire customers. I also would like to get involved with the realstate business. I recently started to invest in properties aroundittsfield.> Individual You Admire Most:My father, he has always motivated and inspired me. He taught methat honesty, hard work and respect are the key characteristics ofsuccess. I admire his strong and wise personality and I hope to alwaysmake him, my mother and my family proud.> Hidden/Unique Talents:Cooking. Even though it is not my job anymore; my family and friendsalways enjoy the dishes I prepare. I also love soccer and enjoy being inthe soccer field.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:I think that Tanglewood is a great place to go and enjoy somemusic and entertainment. It has a wonderful setting and makes youfeel very relaxed.

PaulSaldanaOwnerDiplacon BuildersPittsfield, MABirthplace: Azogues, EcuadorResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:Juan Bautista Vasquez(physics and mathematics), CEFCU(architectural planning and design),French Culinary Institute (chef)

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> Career Highlights:I spent my first three years at GDMS in the EngineeringLeadership Program, which is designed to build futureengineering leaders with in-house training, a technicalmaster’s degree, and rotations in different business areas. Aftergraduating the program, I became a senior systems engineerupporting Navy submarine programs.> Community Involvement:I have volunteered for the Berkshire United Way for almosthree years. As a graduate of the Berkshire Leadership ProgramClass of 2014, I currently serve on the Steering Committee.I also volunteer for STEM education activities such as NationalEngineer’s Week, Flying Cloud Institute and local science fairs.> Ultimate Career Goal:With so many opportunities ahead, it’s challenging to predictwhat the ultimate goal will be. For now, my goal is to build myechnical knowledge and eventually transition to a leadershipposition in program management or business development.> Individual You Admire Most:I admire all of the women who have worked hard and pavedthe way to ensure that future female generations, and youngprofessionals like me, have the opportunity to excel inSTEM careers.> Hidden/Unique Talents:I teach a weekly Zumba class at Berkshire Nautilus. I also enjoybaking for my friends’ birthdays and consider myself a bit of acupcake decorating connoisseur.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:I absolutely love Berkshire Paint and Sip! After just onepainting class, I was addicted!

KrystleGalloSenior Systems EngineerGeneral DynamicsMission SystemsPittsfield, MABirthplace: Schenectady, NYResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:Purdue University, MS in MechanicalEngineering; Union College,BS in Mechanical Engineering

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> Ultimate career goal: To continue to workn the field of journalism in the Berkshiresand abroad. The industry’s not dying, justchanging.

> Individual you admire most: Anyone workingto make a positive difference in their lives/thelives of others.

> Hidden talents: Trying anything adventurous.I’ve been skydiving and eaten goat brain.I aspire to be a master bread baker, and doevery DIY project on my Pinterest board.

> Favorite Berkshire thing: There may be sixdegrees of separation between people andKevin Bacon, but I swear there are only fourdegrees between people and the Berkshires.

JennSmithBirthplace: Kolkata, IndiaResidence: Williamstown.Degrees and Certifications:B.S., magazine journalism;minors in leadershipcommunications,Latin American studies,Syracuse University.

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> Career Highlights:Expanded Berkshire Museum’s impactand influence in regional educationincluding year round programming forearly learners to high school studentsas well as increased family/publicengagement.

> Community Involvement:Volunteer on boards and ad hoccommittees that work on education,family, and social initiatives throughoutthe region.

> Ultimate Career Goal:To work for creative, innovativeorganizations that focus on educationand social change.

> Individual You Admire Most:Elon Musk

> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:October Mountain hiking trails.

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Berkshire Life Insurance Company of America, Pittsfield, MA, is a wholly ownedstock subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, New York, NY.

In 2015, the Berkshire Life Charitable Foundation gave over $127,000 to BerkshireCounty organizations that serve physically and developmentally disabled clients.

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> Career Highlights: I started working as a ProductDevelopment Engineer for MeadWestvaco where Icreated new products and improved existing gradenes. In 2009, the company became Onyx SpecialtyPapers and in 2013 I became a Technical AccountManager where I now manage both my customers’echnical and commercial needs.

> Community Involvements: I have participated in mycompany’s United Way and Wellness Committees andhave dedicated many hours bringing science into thechools through being a Flying Cloud Institute GIRLSn Science Instructor and a Miss Hall’s Horizons InternMentor.> Ultimate Career Goal: My goal is to continue workingand succeeding in the Paper Industry that I love.> Individual you Admire the Most: The person I havealways admired the most is my Dad. He taught themportance of hard work, the correlation betweena good attitude and being successful, to valuefriendship and family-- and to remember to alwayswork hard and play hard, just not necessarily at thesame time. Although in spirit, he continues to be amajor driving factor in how I live my life.> Hidden Talents: I am an avid photographer, selfproclaimed home cook, and my friends and familysay I’m the person to go to when planning a uniqueadventure or vacation.> Favorite Berkshire Location: Jug End StateReservation. The natural beauty is breathtaking andthe hiking trails change with every turn.

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> Career Highlights: I serve as the Directorof Administrative Services in the Mayor’s Of-fice for the City of Pittsfield. My experiencespans several industries including newspa-pers, global technology and public highereducation. I am the founder and CEO ofRMDews Media. I was selected as a Final-ist for Berkshire Trendsetter’s Changemakerunder 40 Award in 2015.> Community Involvement: Comisssionerfor the Berkshire County Commission on theStatus of Women. I am also a Trustee for theNorman Rockwell Museum, and serve onthe Board of Directors for the Elizabeth Free-man Center. I am a member of the BerkshireCompact, the Berkshire County Chapterof the NAACP, and a mentor for both theMulticultural BRIDGE Mentoring and Rites ofPassage Empowerment (R.O.P.E) programs.> Ultimate Career Goal: My goal is to contin-ue using my talents and expertise to betterserve those throughout the community.> Individual You Admire Most: My parents.> Hidden Talents: I enjoy acting.> Favorite Berkshire Business, Place or Thing:Tanglewood in the summer.

RobertaMcCulloch-Dews

Director of AdministrativeServices, Mayor’s Office,City of PittsfieldBirthplace: Kingston, JamaicaResidence: Hinsdale, MADegrees and Certifications:Bachelor of Arts, PrintJournalism, New York University

> Career Highlights: Served as Managing Editor of theWestern New England Law Review and published anarticle. Named to the Mass. Super Lawyer’s Rising Stars listor the past three years. Co-authored two book chaptersor Mass. Continuing Legal Education, Inc. Regularly makespresentations on estate planning for Elder Services and otherocal organizations. Has written several articles for BerkshireSenior. Became partner in the firm in 2014.> Community Involvement: I volunteer as Berkshire ScenicRailway Museum’s General Counsel and Special EventsManager. I am a member of the Pittsfield EconomicDevelopment Authority (PEDA) Board of Directors, whereI sit on the Finance Committee and chair the SpecialProjects committee. I also joined the Hancock ShakerVillage Audit Committee.> Ultimate Career Goal: I am lucky enough to have alreadymet my career goal - to specialize in an area of law I love,and to be a partner in a quality law firm with professionalsI respect and admire. I hope to continue to provide myclients with service that exceeds their expectations incompetency and quality.> Individual You Admire Most: Professionally, I most admiremy law partner, Virginia Smith, who is undoubtedly thesmartest, most compassionate, and dedicated professionalI have worked with. I model my practice after hers, and willcontinue to do so.> Hidden/Unique Talents:> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: I love the BerkshireScenic Railway Museum. This all-volunteer organization is themost dedicated group I have seen. Their only compensationis the joy they bring to others when they ride on the vintagetrain equipment, and for them, it’s more than enough.

PamelaR.GreenAttorney (Partner) SmithGreen & Gold, LLPPittsfield, MABirthplace: Lowell, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications: J.D., magnacum laude, Western New England CollegeSchool of Law; M.A., World Politics, The CatholicUniversity of America; B.A., cum laude, WorldPolitics, The Catholic University of America

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> Career Highlights:Turning my dreams into reality by opening Berkshire Yoga Dance &Fitness in May 2014. Our Grand Opening Celebration in November 2014,with ribbon cutting ceremony by Mayor Bianchi. Teaching yogaon top of Mt. Greylock on a perfect summer day to over 70 yogis ofall-ages, levels and abilities. Working with my parents in our familyowned real estate business and helping people achieve their realestate goals.> Community Involvement:Teaching free Zumba in Park Square on 3rd Thursdays, at DiscoverTyler Street, Jacob’s Pillow Community Day and more. Offeringdonation-based yoga and Zumba classes at Springside Park andOnota Lake. Hosting fundraising such as the One Love Benefit forKala Gresser & Breast Cancer Awareness Day and our Giving a Tree,providing holiday gifts for a local family in need. Board member,Downtown Pittsfield, Inc.> Ultimate Career Goal:Continue to do work that I love and am passionate about whilehelping others find joy through movement. Broaden our off-siteofferings to reach more businesses, schools and organizations. Allowspace for fitness professionals and students to thrive.> Individual You Admire Most:My parents. The have inspired and supported me through my journey,always offering love, guidance and inspiration. They are my rolemodels in business, creativity, compassion and family values.> Hidden/Unique Talents:I was on a Salsa and Argentine Tango performance dance team inSan Diego, where I also learned to surf. I am an avid snowboarder andhave dabbled in acting and choreography with Berkshire Theatre Group.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:My dear friend Yuki Cohen and her hip downtown Pittsfield spot,Methuselah Bar & Lounge.

RachaelPlaineProprietress/Director/Instructorand Partner/Realtor- BerkshireYoga Dance & Fitness and TheBerkshires For Sale, Pittsfield, MABirthplace: Pittsfield, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:University of Massachusetts, Amherst:BA in Dance. Kripalu Center for Yogaand Health: 200-Hour Yoga TeacherTraining Program

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President & CEO / COOBerkshire Chamber of Commerce /1Berkshire Pittsfield, MABirthplace: Cheshire, MAResidence: Adams, MADegrees and Certifications:Franklin Pierce College - BA, History; SuffolkUniversity Masters in Public Administration, Mastersin Political Science (MSPS) - 6 Credits Remaining,

> Career Highlights: Being given the opportunity to becomeTown Administrator in Adams at the age of 27, especially proudof efforts to revamp the Council on Aging. Starting at 1Berkshirein late summer of 2014, extremely fortunate to work with greatpeople, working together to turn the idea of 1Berkshire into areality-taking multiple organizations and forging them into onecollective whole. A major highlight has been the privilege ofbeing in a central role while all of this exciting work is takingplace.> Community Involvement: My favorite part of living in theBerkshires is being able to engage in a true community; fromcoaching Babe Ruth baseball to helping plan and promotedowntown festivals, sporting events, charitable events andother exciting initiatives. Serve on the Governor’s EconomicDevelopment Planning Council, Berkshire Regional EmploymentBoard, Compact for Higher Education, Berkshire Visitor’s Bureau,ProAdams (Founding Member), Adams-Cheshire School BuildingCommittee, Berkshire Transportation Advisory Committee.> Ultimate Career Goal: To have my own business. I think there isa lot to be said for sweat equity, and also the idea of truly beingyour own boss.> Individual You Admire Most: I’m very fortunate to have beenborn and raised in a family with two exceedingly generous,compassionate, hard-working and wisdom-rich parents.> Hidden/Unique Talents: While perhaps not all our guests wouldagree, I think that cooking has become a hidden talent. Food isa great way to connect people and show how much you carefor those close to you.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: Mt. Greylock andthe Greylock Glen. It’s an inspirational place that alwaysrejuvenates the mind and body.

> Career Highlights: Hillcrest EducationalCenters, Bees Pendergast Educator of the Year,2010; IS183 Art School of the Berkshires, BerkshireCounty K-12 Art Educator of the Year, 2014> Community Involvement: Aside from servingon Pittsfield’s Cultural Development Board,Berkshire Art Association as VP, and theBerkshire Museum’s New Roots Committee, I’vebrought my teaching out of the classroom withprintmaking/bookbinding workshops throughIS183, and at the Clark and Miss Hall’s School,and demonstrations at the Berkshire Museum.I’ve offered development workshops to thePittsfield Public Schools and at 3rd Thursdays,guiding children, teens and adults in creatingart. I’ve donated art and time to the rest of thecommunity and advocated the importance ofthe arts in the lives of our youth.> Ultimate Career Goal: To operate my ownpublic maker space, offering printmaking andbookbinding workshops and classes.> Individual You Admire Most: I don’t believe inhaving heroes. That said, my partner Rebeccais pretty great.> Hidden/Unique Talents: I work very well inchaos. And I’m no slouch at floral arrangement.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:My studio and Berkshire Bakes’ BerkshireCrunchie.

MichaelVincentBushy

Art TeacherHillcrest Educational FoundationPittsfield, MABirthplace: Pittsfield, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:Education: BFA - 2D Studies/Printmaking, U. Mass- Dartmouth

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> Career Highlights: I started my career in commercialbanking before transitioning to marketing. I’ve had theopportunity to transform a bank-wide service culture, workwith and promote our business community and raise theprofile of our community college. I get to work at a placethat changes the lives of individuals and families; youcannot put a price on that kind of satisfaction.> Community Involvement: Over the years, I’ve had theopportunity to work with many organizations and nonprofitsthat have had significant impacts on our community.Among the most noteworthy include BFAIR, Berkshire andNorthern Berkshire United Way, both Berkshire LeadershipPrograms, Berkshire Young Professionals and the PittsfieldEconomic Development Authority.> Ultimate Career Goal: To always be doing work I ampassionate about alongside dedicated and community-minded people.> Individual You Admire Most: I’ve had the privilege to knowso many talented and inspiring people that I cannot possiblyselect just one. That said, my parents, grandparents, youngerbrother and very best friends rise to the top of my list.> Hidden/Unique Talents:While I’m not the best cook,the desserts I bake for family and friends are a big hit,particularly cookies, cheesecakes and lemon squares.I can also raise both of my eyebrows - together andindependently.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: My favorite spotin the Berkshires is the Natural Bridge State Park in NorthAdams, the only naturally formed white marble arch andman-made white marble dam in North America. It’s abeautiful and peaceful place.

ChristinaBarrettDirector of Marketing & StudentRecruitment Berkshire CommunityCollege Pittsfield, MABirthplace: Marlborough, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:MCLA, BS, Business Administration.U. Mass., Isenberg School ofManagement, MBA.

> Career Highlights: Being hired by theCommonwealth of Mass. as an Employment Specialistat Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission. This wasa highlight because MRC services helped me to finishcollege and get my job at the Brien Center. Beingelected twice to serve on the Pittsfield City Council.> Community Involvement: This consists of projectsthat will improve the quality of life for people in ourcommunity; including the Morningside Initiative andCrime Watch, Tyler St. Business Group, 4th of JulyParade Committee, Berkshire Leadership ProgramSteering Committee and serving on the Pittsfield CityCouncil.> Ultimate Career Goal: I would like to continueworking towards a more stable regional economy.I would like to continue to learn more and performmy positions better every day. So, my ultimate careergoal is to always be able to contribute to my team’sefforts.> Individual You Admire Most: My parents Russ andC. Jean White, State Senator Ben Downing, DaneWested and Gus Nelson.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: The peopleworking to make the Berkshires great. Springside Park.

PeteWhiteEmployment ServicesSpecialist, MassachusettsRehabilitation Commission(Berkshire County) andPittsfield at Large CityCouncilorBirthplace: Pittsfield, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MA

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> Career Highlights:n the State House, I was Policy Advisor to the Senate Chair ofhe Joint Committee on Education. I was the lead Senate stafferworking on a sweeping education reform bill, helping all studentshave access to high-quality education, regardless of race,ncome or ability. In 2012, I was fortunate to meet the Tierneys andworked on the legal aspects of Hotel on North. I truly believe its an example of community collaboration and a symbol of theuture potential of our region and it led me to my current positionwith David J. Tierney, Jr., Inc.!> Community Involvement:Board of Directors, Hillcrest Educational Centers, Inc. andDowntown Pittsfield Inc. Treasurer for Senator Benjamin Downing.Former Steering Committee Member, Berkshire LeadershipProgram. Berkshire Leadership Program, Class of 2012.> Ultimate Career Goal:I want to continue to make a difference and contribute to thegrowth and development of Berkshire County, wherever andhowever that happens professionally.> Individual You Admire Most:My first boss at the State House, Senator Robert Antonioni.He spoke out about his struggles with depression, at a timewhen mental illness was much stigmatized, and became achampion for those who struggled with the disease.> Hidden/Unique Talents:Cat herding!> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:My favorite thing is flipping a coin on a Saturday afternoonto decide whether to head North or South, knowing there’ssomething to do, and good food to be had, in either direction.

MicheleButlerProject ManagerDavid J. Tierney, Jr., Inc.PittsfieldBirthplace: Mahopac, NYResidence: Adams, MADegrees and Certifications:Tufts University, B.A., CentralConnecticut State University, M.S.,Suffolk University Law School, J.D.

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Attorney at LawCohen Kinne Valicenti & Cook LLPPittsfield, MABirthplace: Stephentown, NYResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:B.A. Dartmouth College, J.D.Boston College

> Career Highlights: I returned to the Berkshiresin 2011 after working at a large law firm inthe Midwest. I’m a business lawyer whorepresents companies and entrepreneurswith starting, financing, operating, and sellingtheir businesses. My recent work includesnegotiating a $9.7 million state grant andleases on behalf of the Berkshire InnovationCenter, and representing MountainOne Bankwith tax credit financing for Hotel on North.> Community Involvement: First Vice Presidentof Downtown Pittsfield, Inc., advocating forthe continued rejuvenation of Pittsfield’s urbancore. In connection with my work on thedowntown area, I have served on a variety ofcommittees for the City of Pittsfield.> Ultimate Career Goal: I would say that mycareer goal is to be trusted enough as anadvisor to be considered an honorary memberof the family for some of the terrific family-owned businesses in the Berkshires.> Individual You Admire Most: Steve Jobs> Hidden/Unique Talents: Before going to lawschool, I built furniture for a living in Charleston,South Carolina.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:Family!

> Career Highlights: Creating a thriving youthdevelopment program in Pittsfield that gives kids asense that they too can excel and have a shot at lifedespite difficult circumstances. Supporting communityefforts to confront challenges related to the heroinepidemic, workforce development and the provisionof health in rural areas. Negotiating between theKurdistan Govt. and the Govt. of Iraq, working withKofi Annan on a ceasefire in Syria, working to establishcalm in Gaza, helping to remove Syria’s chemicalweapons program.> Community Involvement: Preparing youthfor leadership positions while exposing them toopportunities throughout the County through my workwith the Steering Committee of the Berkshire YouthLeadership Program. I’m a Member of the BerkshireCompact for Education and a Corporator of the MCLAFoundation and a Member of the Access and BenefitsCommittee of BHS.> Ultimate Career Goal: Find a way to significantlyimprove the lives of residents in the region, by impactingindividuals as well as the direction of the region as awhole.> Individual You Admire Most: My parents. Theydemonstrated selfless love, support, and sacrifice everyday of my childhood. I now understand how valuablethat is for the building blocks of a community.> Hidden/Unique Talents: 3rd Degree Black Belt in TaeKwon Do> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing: Walking, skiingor riding a bike up (and down) Mt. Greylock.

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Executive DirectorNorthern Berkshire Community CoalitionNorth Adams, MABirthplace: Pittsfield, MAResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:Wesleyan UniversityThe Fletcher School of Lawand Diplomacy, Tufts University

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> Career Highlights:Started my own non-profit, along with mymother, back in 2011. We are now 5 yearsold and helping so many of our friends &neighbors that have been impacted bycancer.> Community Involvement:I currently sit on the board of MomentsHouse and on the board of BerkshireBusiness and Professional Women.

n the past I have served on the AmericanCancer Society Relay for Life Committee,American Red Cross Board and The BerkshireChamber BYP committee. I am also a blooddonor, have helped at local soup kitchensand donate to the local shelters.> Ultimate Career Goal:Career goal of bettering myself, my communityand continuing to grow personally andprofessionally.> Individual You Admire Most:My mother – She’s strong, always willing tohelp and always puts others before herself.She’s my hero.> Favorite Berkshire Person/Place/Thing:I love Tanglewood in the summer... themusic, food and a glass of wine on the lawn.That’s Berkshires!

DanielleTrumbullCo-Founder & AssistantExecutive Director,Moments House, Pittsfield, MABirthplace: Orlando, FLResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:The College of Saint Rose -Bachelors Degree in BusinessAdministration, MarketingConcentration.

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> Career Highlights: During the school year of2014-2015, I helped to establish the learningacademy for our middle school students. Thelearning academy is a specialized program forstudents with profound social emotional and/or academic challenges. Currently I am theSpecial Education Liaison.> Community Involvement: Pastor, NewGeneration Global Ministry; Hall mother atMiss Hall’s School; Mentor for the Rites ofPassage and Empowerment program;Founder of Youth Alive Step, Dance andDrum Team; Board of Directors for GhanaEducational Collaborative.> Ultimate Career Goal: My ultimate careergoal is to continue developing educationalprograms for diverse learners and to furtherdevelop my teaching ministry. Both of mygoals will be achieved both locally andinternationally.> Individual You Admire Most: Bishop JeromeT. Edgerton Sr. and Shirley Edgerton> Hidden/Unique Talents: My hidden talent issinging.> Favorite Berkshire Business, Place or Thing:My favorite place in the Berkshires is Jacob’s Pillow.

PastorAkilahEdgertonSpecial Education LiaisonBart Charter Public SchoolAdams, MABirthplace: Bronxville, NYResidence: Pittsfield, MADegrees and Certifications:BS, Social Work, North Carolina Agriculturaland Technical State University, Magna CumLaude. Alpha Delta Mu and Golden KeyInternational Honor Societies.

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