1Berkshire is a county-wide organization focused on economic development and promotion of the region as a preferred place to visit, live, and grow a business. It provides programs that connect businesses with each other and with potential customers and works to develop future leaders and support entrepreneurs.

1Berkshire was created in June 2016 by a merger of four countywide economic development organizations: the Berkshire Economic Development Corporation, the Berkshire Chamber of Commerce, the Berkshire Visitors Bureau, and the Berkshire Creative Economy Council. By combining these entities, we leverage resources, improve efficiency, expand audience reach, and coordinate programs that benefit every area of the region. We are the voice of the Berkshire business community with a strong membership and a powerful network of resources.

Through our partnerships, we created our Board of Directors and investors network that encompasses the energy of the business community, our visitors, the creative economy, entrepreneurs, and young professionals. If you are interested in supporting our work, consider joining 1Berkshire.

1Berkshire runs and operates regional tourism. We strive to bring more and more people to the Berkshires year after year. We are able to do this through various forms of social media, e-blasts, and with our visit the Berkshires website.