Greylock Federal Promotes Vice President, Business Banking Officer II

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Greylock Federal Credit Union announced the promotion of Chris Barry to Vice President, Business Banking Officer II.
 
"For nearly two decades, Chris has been a dedicated member of our Greylock team. Through the years, Chris has consistently demonstrated a proven track record of success by listening to our members' needs and supporting them through the process from start to finish," said Jodi Rathbun-Briggs, Senior Vice President, Chief Lending Officer. "One of Chris' strengths is the willingness to educate and help others on their path to entrepreneurship. In his new role, I know that Chris, and his team, will continue to provide this level of authentic and meaningful service to our existing and future business members."
 
In his role, Barry will service existing and new business members, work on business development, originate and underwrite commercial loans, and help to create and manage new products, services, and classes to serve the community.
 
Barry began his career with Greylock as a commercial credit analyst in 2006.
 
"In this work, I have the privilege of supporting our business members each step of the way, whether that's helping them to get started or expand on what they've worked so hard to build. In each case, it's great to see their businesses flourish and succeed. For our team at Greylock, that's really what matters the most, and in this role, I look forward to continuing to support our business members achieve their dreams," said Barry.
 
Beyond his professional role, Barry serves on the board of directors for the Berkshire Family YMCA, volunteers with the Entrepreneurship for All (EforAll) initiative, and is actively involved with Berkshire Agricultural Ventures.
 
Barry lives in Lee with his wife, Christine, and has two daughters, Paige, and Quinn.
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Pittsfield Extends Interim School Superintendent Contract

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Interim Superintendent Latifah Phillips' employment has been extended to 2027

Last week, the School Committee approved an employment contract that runs through June 30, 2027.  Phillips was originally appointed to a one-year position that began on July 1 and runs through the end of the fiscal year in June 2026. 

"You didn't ask me simply to endure challenges or struggle to prove myself. Instead, you believe in me, you've given me the space to grow, the encouragement to stretch, and the expectation that I can truly soar," she said earlier in last Wednesday's meeting when addressing outgoing School Committee members. 

"You question, you poke, you prod, but not to tear anything down, but to make our work stronger, grounded in honesty, integrity, and hope. You've entrusted me with meaningful responsibility and welcomed me into the heart of this community. Serving you and leading our public schools has been, thus far, a joyful, renewing chapter in my life, and I want to thank you for this opportunity." 

Chair William Cameron reported that the extended contract includes a 3 percent cost-of-living increase in the second year and more specific guidelines for dismissal or disciplinary action. 

Phillips was selected out of two other applicants for the position in May. Former Superintendent Joseph Curtis retired at the end of the school year after more than 30 years with the district. 

The committee also approved an employment contract with Assistant Superintendent for CTE and Student Support Tammy Gage that runs through June 30, 2031. Cameron reported that there is an adjustment to the contract's first-year salary to account for new "substantive" responsibilities, and the last three years of the contract's pay are open to negotiation. 

The middle school restructuring, which was given the green light later that night, and the proposal to rebuild and consolidate Crosby Elementary School and Conte Community School on West Street, have been immediate action items in Phillips' tenure. 

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