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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.
2023 Update from the Economic Development Team
In nature, winter is a slower season. Animals hibernate, plants go dormant until warmer days and stronger sun. Even society in general seems to slow down in New England, as the shorter and colder
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 1Berkshire Announces Second Year of GoFundU Crowdfunding Series
For additional information, please contact: Benjamin Lamb 1Berkshire Director of Economic Development blamb@1berkshire.com 518-312-6363 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1Berkshire Launches Second Year of GoFundU Crowdfunding Series February 8th, 2023 - Berkshire County, MA - 1Berkshire,
Perspectives—A review by 1Berkshire of the 2022 Berkshire economy
Posted to the Berkshire Edge on January 23, 2023. By Kevin Pink, 1Berkshire Deputy Director of Economic Development With the book officially closed on 2022, it’s a great time to review a number of
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.
Put 1Berkshire to Work for Your Business
Each year the 1Berkshire marketing team researches and analyzes current advertising trends, which inform the strategies and opportunities offered to put your business and the Berkshire economy front and center. Each member of the
Tourism Remains Essential Building Block for Berkshire Economy
1Berkshire is happy to report that the 2018 tourism impact numbers are in and they show a 2.4% increase in direct visitor spending over 2017, which comes on the heels of an above average
Hot Off The Press!
The 2019-2020 Official Guide to the Berkshires has arrived. This 80 page printed guide book is an essential tool for visitors and locals alike. Packed full of ideas for things to do, where to
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.
All Other News
The below posts feature news, programs, resources, events, and more that impact our shared community.
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
Youth Leadership Program Now Accepting Applications for the Class of 2026
Do you know a Berkshire high school sophomore ready for a one-of-a-kind experience that will introduce them to career pathways in the region, grow their network to include students, business leaders, and community members
2024 Economic Development Update
Photo by Julia Jacobsson Greetings from 1Berkshire’s Economic Development Team! It’s been quite a year so far! We’ve been hard at work on some exciting events and projects since we last checked