 1Berkshire Awarded FY25 Regional Economic Development Organization GrantThis grant will directly support the ongoing capacity of 1Berkshire, allowing it to provide a breadth of free resources, opportunities, and support for businesses "from the spark of an idea, to passing the torch."  1Berkshire and MassCEO to Host Regional SymposiumThe symposium will provide information about MassCEO and employee ownership models, and will address effective succession planning, pay equity, and wealth building. Regional employee-owned firms will share their experiences. 1Berkshire Kicks Off 2025 with Winter MarketingThese tactics target visitors in New York, Boston, and surrounding New England areas, specifically young professionals, families, and members of the BIPOC community. 1Berkshire Launches Pilot Program to Support Immigrant EntrepreneursThe Berkshire Immigrant Entrepreneurial Support Program consists of four key initiatives. 1Berkshire Announces USDA Funded Winter 2025 Technical Assistance OfferingsThrough its series of cohorts spanning nearly four years, the Berkshire Economic Recovery Program Technical Assistance series has been able to support more than 200 businesses.  1Berkshire Recognizes Butler's Decade of Leadership, Announces MoveJonathan Butler was recognized for a decade of leadership at 1Berkshire's annual meeting on Thursday.  1Berkshire's Berkshire Leadership Program Accepting ApplicationsThe Berkshire Leadership Program seeks, prepares, involves, and sustains individuals from diverse backgrounds who are committed to and competent in addressing community challenges and improving the quality of life in the Berkshires. 1Berkshire Announces Berkshire Trendsetter Award FinalistsWinners to Be Announced at Celebrate The Berkshires The Fairbank Group to be Honored by 1BerkshireThis recognition will be presented at the 11th annual Celebrate the Berkshires event on Sept. 19 at Pittsfield Municipal Airport. 1Berkshire Seeking Responses to Business Needs AssessmentParticipants should expect to take approximately 10 minutes to complete the assessment, and submissions will be accepted up through Aug. 1, 2024.  1Berkshire Marks Halfway Point of Pandemic-Altered Blueprint1Berkshire's blueprint for economic development was adaptable when it needed to be and today, paves steps for a post-pandemic Berkshire County.  Marchetti Details Six Months of 'Going Bold' at 1Berkshire LunchSix months in, Mayor Peter Marchetti detailed his progress in plans to "go bold or go home" during a 1Berkshire luncheon last week. 1Berkshire Announces Technical Assistance OfferingsGoing into the Spring/Summer of 2024, the series continues with the next two cohorts: "Jumpstarting Your Crowdfunding Campaign" with Laura Christensen, and "Be Press Ready" with Cathy Husid. Registration Open for Small Business Resource ExpoRegional Partnership Hosting 3rd Annual Berkshire Small Business Resource Expo May 22  1Berkshire Reviews Fulfilling Year at Annual Meeting1Berkshire conducted 161 business consultations, supported the creation of 92 new jobs and $2.5 million in investment, and made strides with the Berkshire Tech Impact Collaborative and the Berkshire Blueprint 2.0. 1Berkshire's Annual Meeting Highlights a Year of AchievementFocused on achievements of the past year, nearly 200 attendees gathered to hear the 1Berkshire team cover a year in review, program successes, and welcome new members to its Board of Directors. 1Berkshire Berkshire Leadership Program Accepting ApplicationsThe deadline to apply for the Class of 2024 is Friday, Jan. 12, 2024. 1Berkshire Winter Small BusinessTechnical Assistance CohortsParticipants in each topical cohort will join a scheduled kickoff workshop with the technical assistance provider. Mill Town to be Honored at Celebrate the Berkshires EventThis recognition will be presented at the tenth annual Celebrate the Berkshires event on Sept. 14 at Berkshire Theatre Group's Colonial Theatre. 1Berkshire Welcomes Youth Leadership Program ClassThis group of 27 rising high school juniors from across the Berkshires was selected through a competitive application process to begin a year-long leadership development program that kicked off in June with a three-day, two-night retreat held at Camp Becket.  Small Business Resource Expo Connects EntrepreneursIn addition to connecting with potential resources — ranging from funding to employment to advertising to training — there were three panels for participants to drop in at.  1Berkshire Announces Staff PromotionsBenjamin Lamb has been promoted to Vice President of Economic Development, and Kristen Harrington has been promoted to Finance & Administration Coordinator.  State Sen. Paul Mark Featured at Return of 1Berkshire LuncheonsState Sen. Paul Mark spoke of his experiences on Beacon Hill and priorities for this term at luncheon hosted by 1Berkshire. |
