1Berkshire is proud to announce its 2025 slate of newly reelected board members and officers, as well as the addition of new board members. These individuals will each help support the work of 1Berkshire as the marketing and economic development organization for our region. All these officers and board members were voted in and welcomed at 1Berkshire’s Annual Meeting on December 12, 2024.
“I am delighted to welcome such a strong group of new and returning board members, and I’m also very pleased that Lori Gazzillo Kiely will continue to lead the board as our board chair for 2025,” said Jonathan Butler, President and CEO of 1Berkshire. “The Board’s extensive knowledge and leadership experience will add tremendous value to the organization, and I am excited about the path ahead. I look forward to working with each of them in the coming year.”
Officers
Chair: Lori Gazzillo Kiely – Sr. VP & Director of Berkshire Bank Foundation
President: Jonathan Butler – President and CEO of 1Berkshire
Vice Chair: Colleen Taylor – Partner, Bay State Hospitality Group
Vice Chair: Peter Stasiowski – Director of Communications, Interprint, Inc.
Treasurer: Margaret Keller – Executive Director, Community Access to the Arts
Clerk: Jesse Cook-Dubin – Partner, Cohen Kinne Valicenti & Cook
New Board of Directors Members
Jesse Cook-Dubin – Partner, Cohen Kinne Valicenti & Cook
Ellen Kennedy – President, Berkshire Community College
Harry Monti – President, Berkshire Life Insurance Company (Guardian)
Yina Moore – Founder and Artistic Director, Adams Theater LLC
Gina Puc – Special Assistant to the President, Williams College
For a full board of directors roster visit here.
About 1Berkshire
1Berkshire is a county-wide marketing and economic development organization that works to simultaneously preserve, position, and promote Berkshire County’s profound sense of place. Its mission is to advance Berkshire County’s economy by advocating for the business community and attracting visitors. Powered by membership, 1Berkshire provides programs that connect businesses with resources and potential customers, as well as develop future leaders and support entrepreneurs. For more information, visit 1Berkshire.com.