Berkshire employers face a very real challenge. We have more open positions than we have trained people to fill them. It is a significant difference from years past, when there were not enough jobs
MassLive published an article on the latest discussions regarding East-West rail service in the Commonwealth, covering the February 6 meeting of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation East-West Rail Study Advisory Committee. Reporter Jim Kinney
In this inaugural episode, Alex and Aaron Oster from A-Ok Barbeque talk food, moving to the Berkshires, and living in the heart of North Adams. Ben Lamb, 1Berkshire Economic Development Director, and Jonathan Butler, 1Berkshire President and CEO, co-host
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 from
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
While it seems like Mother Nature is embracing winter weather earlier every year, it is comforting to know that things are already warming up with spring’s new statewide tradition, ArtWeek. Entering into its third year
It’s almost time for Black Friday again. Get ready for the big box stores to offer ridiculous deals to consumers willing to get up early and brave the crowds. For a small business, it
Support your fellow 1Berkshire members and get a jump-start on the gift giving season during #ShopLocal November! Whether you’re hunting for the perfect find at an upscale boutique, a one-stop shopping experience for your
Lenox, MA — October 10, 2019 — 1Berkshire, in partnership with Shakespeare & Company, will be hosting an invite-only Economic Development Opportunity Session at Shakespeare & Company’s property in Lenox on October 28th at
Name: Celia Clancy Company: Berkshire Business and Professional Women Title: President Tell us about your own professional background. My background is in senior retail management. I have extensive experience in all tiers of retail and