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Economic Development
The core of 1Berkshire’s mission is to advance Berkshire County’s economy by advocating for the regional business community. This is the work of our Economic Development team.
1Berkshire and MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board Partner for Business Transition Survey
1Berkshire and the MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board are partnering to promote an owner transition survey from the Northeast Transition Initiative (NETI). NETI’s Ownership Transition Intentions Survey seeks feedback from small business owners across the Northeast about their businesses and their plans
1Berkshire Releases Seasonal Job Recruitment Utility
1Berkshire Releases Seasonal Job Recruitment Utility 1Berkshire is excited to announce that it has formally launched a new seasonal job utility and recruitment tool on its existing jobs thing platform. This new upgrade to
1Berkshire Awarded $210,000 FY25 Regional Economic Development Grant
1Berkshire Awarded FY25 Regional Economic Development Organization Grant 1Berkshire is excited to announce that it is the recipient of a $210,000 Regional Economic Development Organization (REDO) grant from the Massachusetts Office of Business Development
Marketing & Tourism Promotion
The other part of 1Berkshire’s mission is to attract visitors, residents, and businesses to Berkshire County by promoting the region as a desirable place to visit, live, work, and invest in. This means providing opportunities to our members to showcase their products, services, and events. This is the work of our Marketing team.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 1Berkshire’s Berkshire Campaign Continues at New York City’s Grand Central Station
For additional information, please contact: Lindsey Schmid 1Berkshire Sr. VP of Tourism and Marketing lschmid@1berkshire.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1Berkshire’s Berkshire Campaign Continues at New York City’s Grand Central Station September 9 2024 - Berkshire
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 1Berkshire Launches a Berkshire Campaign in New York City’s Grand Central Station
For additional information, please contact: Lindsey Schmid 1Berkshire Sr. VP of Tourism and Marketing lschmid@1berkshire.com 1Berkshire Launches a Berkshire Campaign in New York City’s Grand Central Station March 5, 2024 - Berkshire County, MA -
Be Part of the Berkshire Marketing Message
Advertise your business or nonprofit with these effective marketing channels. As the official regional tourism council for the Berkshires, the primary goal of the 1Berkshire marketing team is to promote the region and attract
Member Services
1Berkshire is a membership organization. Member dues help us keep our doors open so we can do the important work of economic development and tourism promotion. Membership comes with a plethora of benefits and invites businesses and nonprofits of all sizes into a connected community powerfully-resourced network. This is the work of our Member Services team.
1Berkshire Closes Out 2024 With a Successful Annual Meeting
For additional information, please contact: Jonathan Butler, President & CEO 1Berkshire jbutler@1berkshire.com For Immediate Release 1Berkshire Closes Out 2024 With a Successful Annual Meeting 1Berkshire held its 2024 Annual Meeting at Barrington Stage Company
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 1Berkshire Announces Two New Staff Members and Welcomes Four New Board Members
For additional information, please contact: Lindsey Schmid 1Berkshire Sr. VP of Tourism and Marketing lschmid@1berkshire.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1Berkshire Announces Two New Staff Members and Welcomes Four New Board Members February 15, 2024 -
Time to Renew: The Meaning of Membership
Membership is the engine behind the work of 1Berkshire—economic development and promotion of the region. Our work benefits your work. For some of our members, 1Berkshire is a partner in forging connections between entrepreneurs,
All Other News
The below posts feature news, programs, resources, events, and more that impact our shared community.
1Berkshire Awards Grant to Roots & Dreams and Mustard Seeds
1Berkshire, thanks to a one-time earmark from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, is excited to announce the awarding of a $15,000 Immigrant Entrepreneurial Support Grant to Roots & Dreams and Mustard Seeds. This grant represents
Berkshire to Hold Open House at its New Location
1Berkshire invites its members and the public to attend an Open House at its new Crawford Square location in downtown Pittsfield. The Open House will be held at 137 North Street, Suite 200, Pittsfield
1Berkshire Announces The Norman Rockwell Museum as the 2025 Putting the Berkshires on the Map Honoree
1Berkshire is happy to announce that the Norman Rockwell Museum has been selected as the 2025 Putting the Berkshires on the Map honoree. Annually, 1Berkshire presents this award to a project, initiative or organization