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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 Partners with North Adams Chamber of Commerce and proAdams for “Pop Up, North Berkshire” Summer Business Pilot
For additional information, please contact: Benjamin Lamb 1Berkshire Director of Economic Development blamb@1berkshire.com 518-312-6363 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1Berkshire Partners with North Adams Chamber of Commerce and proAdams for “Pop Up, North Berkshire” Summer Business
1Berkshire Announces $605,000 in Regional Economic Development Organization Funds for Initiatives in the Berkshires
For additional information, please contact: Benjamin Lamb 1Berkshire Director of Economic Development blamb@1berkshire.com 518-312-6363 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1Berkshire Announces $605,000 in Regional Economic Development Organization Funds for Initiatives in the Berkshires May 19, 2022
Spring Update from 1Berkshire’s Economic Development Team
Spring 2022 has been exciting and productive for the 1Berkshire Economic Development Team. We are proud to be instrumental in bringing forth awareness of critical community issues, and in providing opportunities for residents and
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.
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 Marketing team.
All Other News
The below posts feature news, programs, resources, events, and more that impact our shared community.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 1Berkshire Announces the Theme for its 68th Annual Fall Foliage Parade
For additional information, please contact: Christine Hoyt 1Berkshire Director of Membership choyt@1berkshire.com (413) 499-1600 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1Berkshire Announces the Theme for its 68th Annual Fall Foliage Parade Pittsfield, MA – June 27, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 1Berkshire Launches 2024 Berkshire Business Needs Assessment
For additional information, please contact: Benjamin Lamb 1Berkshire Vice President of Economic Development blamb@1berkshire.com 518-312-6363 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1Berkshire Seeking Responses to Business Needs Assessment June 13th, 2024 - Berkshire County, MA - 1Berkshire,
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 1Berkshire Presents Berkshire Blueprint 2.0 Five Year Benchmark Report
For additional information, please contact: Benjamin Lamb 1Berkshire Vice President of Economic Development blamb@1berkshire.com 518-312-6363 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1Berkshire Presents Berkshire Blueprint 2.0 Five Year Benchmark Report June 6th, 2024 - Berkshire County, MA