Glimmerglass Festival appoints of Lyndsay Werking-Yip as new Director of Development
Cooperstown, N.Y.— The Glimmerglass Festival is pleased to announce the appointment of Lyndsay Werking-Yip as its new Director of Development.
A skilled fundraiser and relationship-builder, Werking-Yip brings over 15 years of experience in arts administration, strategic development, and storytelling to her new role. She most recently served as Director of Development & Communications at the American Composers Orchestra. Over nearly a decade, she led significant organizational growth, including a $1 million increase in the annual budget, a 73% jump in assets, and a 40%+ increase in contributed income. Werking-Yip has held leadership positions at OPERA America and American Lyric Theater. By translating big-picture visions into actionable plans, she has implemented custom donor databases, refreshed communications platforms and approaches, and built bespoke project management systems — efforts that have collectively yielded millions in new support.
Working in a hybrid capacity between New York City and Cooperstown, Werking-Yip will oversee all aspects of Glimmerglass’s development program, including individual giving, government and foundation support, corporate partnerships, donor stewardship, and campaign planning. She will work closely with staff and the Board of Trustees to build on the organization’s strong foundation while advancing the goals of Destined to Glimmerglass, which aims to secure vital resources for artistic innovation, essential mentorship programs, and strengthened community connections.
“The Glimmerglass Festival played an essential role in launching my career,” shares Werking-Yip. “As a newly minted college graduate, I spent the summer of 2009 at Glimmerglass as the Dramaturgy & Projected Titles Apprentice. By the summer’s end, I was set to move to New York City, and, through my Glimmerglass network, eventually secured my first job at OPERA America. Since then, the Festival, its campus, and the many people I’ve met there have held a special place in my heart. Returning now, when the company celebrates five decades of music, theater, and mentorship, is a meaningful full-circle moment.”
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Greylock Federal promotes Ashley Thompson to Branch Manager at Lanesborough branch
Pittsfield— Greylock Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the promotion of Ashley Thompson to branch manager of its Lanesborough branch.
In her role, Thompson manages an expanded team, and plays an active role in business development, promoting Greylock’s products and services. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing branch compliance, originating mortgage and home equity loans, originating and underwriting consumer loans, and maintaining an extensive variety of member accounts.
Thompson has been with Greylock 16 years. She is currently working towards her degree in business administration/business management at Southern New Hampshire University. Outside of work, Thompson enjoys supporting her children’s various sports and school events. She also volunteers for the Berkshire United Way and Northern Berkshire United Way.
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Greylock Federal promotes Shari Beauchemin to Branch Manager at Elm Street branch
Pittsfield— Greylock Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the promotion of Shari Beauchemin to branch manager of its Elm Street branch.
In her role, Beauchemin manages an expanded team, and plays an active role in business development, promoting Greylock’s products and services. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing branch compliance, originating mortgage and home equity loans, originating and underwriting consumer loans, and maintaining an extensive variety of member accounts. Additionally, Beauchemin is a Notary Public and is authorized to provide Medallion Signature Guarantees, a service that ensures the authenticity of signatures on securities transactions.
Beauchemin began her career with Greylock in 2018 as a Member Service Representative Receptionist at the West Street branch. Within the credit union, Beauchemin completed Greylock Management Academy, enjoys volunteering at Greylock events and is an avid supporter of the United Way.
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Berkshire Community College to host Berkshire State of Work Summit
Pittsfield— Berkshire Community College (BCC) will host the 2025 Berkshire State of Work Summit, “From Hiring to Thriving: A New Era of Workplace Culture,” on Wednesday, June 18th from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event, presented by BCC, MassHire, Berkshire Innovation Center, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission and 1Berkshire, will take place at BCC’s main campus, located at 1350 West Street, Pittsfield.
The one-day conference will focus on the workforce challenges and opportunities facing Berkshire employers, from attracting the right talent to ensuring their employees flourish in a supportive and dynamic work environment. With three tracks, 15 sessions, and more than 40 speakers, the event is expected to draw at least 200 attendees.
Keynote speaker JD Chesloff, president and CEO of Massachusetts Business Roundtable, will provide an overview of the local hiring climate and how employers around the Commonwealth are finding alternative solutions for recruiting, retention, and employee work readiness.
Summit Tracks:
- Recruiting and Retention: Finding it challenging to find qualified job candidates? In this track, discover overlooked sources of workers, how to maximize existing hiring resources and strategies for retaining new hires longer.
- Communication and Workplace Culture: Most people leave their jobs because they are unhappy with the workplace culture or a lack of opportunities. In this track, employees discuss what keeps them in their jobs longer. Learn how to minimize distractions from digital communications, make employee communications more effective and create a thriving workplace culture.
- Workplace Readiness Skills: While employers might be able to find candidates who have the right “hard skills,” some won’t thrive in their role due to their lack of “soft skills” or “workplace readiness skills.” In this track, learn how to incorporate those skills into your employee training, how to improve employee tech literacy and how to build self-sufficient teams.
To view a full agenda, including speakers and facilitators, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/worksummit.
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Boyd Biomedical announces facilities expansion and new divisional structure
Lee— Boyd Biomedical announced the opening of a new facility in Waltham today, as well as a new divisional structure.
Joseph Ting has been appointed President of the Design by Boyd division, which operates out of the new facility in Waltham. The design division provides medical device design and development services to entrepreneurs and companies commercializing novel biomedical devices. Ting is an experienced engineering professional and executive leader with decades of experience in the medical device and biotechnology industries.
The Build by Boyd division will continue operating out of its headquarters in Lee. The build division is a medical device contract manufacturer with capabilities in stick-to-skin devices, in vitro diagnostics, single-use assemblies, device assemblies, and liquid media applications.
Michael Fallone has been appointed President of the Launch by Boyd division, which operates out of the Company’s existing facility in Boston. The launch division is a strategy, creative services, and marketing agency for biomedical innovators. Michael is a well-known strategic advisor and creative leader with decades of experience and a proven history of professional success.
“We’re excited to announce our new Design, Build, Launch divisional structure. This is an important step as we continue our mission to provide the most valuable growth platform of commercialization services to biomedical innovators at any stage or scale,” said Boyd Biomedical Chief Executive Officer Stephen Boyd.
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Berkshire Community College holds pinning ceremony for nursing graduates
Pittsfield— Berkshire Community College (BCC) held a traditional pinning ceremony for 33 graduates of the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program on Tuesday, May 27th.
The wearing of the school pin symbolizes the right to serve others, signifying the acceptance of the responsibilities of the practice of nursing and the educational preparation of the wearer. The ceremony is a time-honored nursing school tradition dating to the turn of the twentieth century. The gold center of the pin features the college seal, including the words “To travel hopefully.”
Four graduates received awards:
- Brianna DiNicola received the Academic Excellence in Nursing Award, which is presented to the student who has the highest GPA within the ADN program and is given in acknowledgment of academic excellence in nursing. The award recognizes the student’s hard work and determination demonstrated in the pursuit of nursing knowledge.
- Joel Eason III received the Clinical Excellence in Nursing Award, which is presented to a student who performs exemplary delivery of nursing skills in the clinical setting. The award recognizes the role of advocacy in nursing by promoting compassionate and holistic patient-centered care.
- Joshua Bolduc received the Professionalism in Nursing Award, which is presented to a student who is committed to high quality patient care, and who also serves as a role model for teamwork and collaboration. The award recognizes the importance of communication and critical thinking while promoting the positive image of nursing.
- Emilie Holst-Grubbe received the Berkshire Health Systems Spirit of Caring, which is given to a graduating Associate Degree Nursing student who best exemplifies the spirit of compassion. The recipient of this award is committed to clinical and service excellence, optimizes each patient interaction to its full potential, and shows caring and concern for patients and their families.
The ceremony honored the following Class of 2025 graduates:
Connecticut:
- Cheshire: Melanie Rivera-Rodriguez
- Enfield: Oba Erukapomren
- Sharon: Sharon Shine
- West Hartford: Mutiyah Nash
Massachusetts:
- Belchertown: Jaiden Tatro
- Cheshire: Cassie Scott
- Chicopee: Matilda Kassela
- Dalton: Bridget Lussier, Maria McClelland, Doreen Perullo
- East Longmeadow: Leah Kerongo
- Goshen: Shelby Trombley
- Great Barrington: Angela Baldwin
- Lenox Dale: Guadalupe Miranda
- Lenoxdale: Guadalupe Gonzalez
- New Bedford: Jucene Da Costa
- Pittsfield: Brianna DiNicola, Joel Eason III, Emilie Holst-Grubbe, Alexis Klemansky, Haley Amaral, Dzidefo Amesimeku, Terry Bandy, Ryan Bateman, Joshua Bolduc, Parker O’Connell, Daniel Yameogo
- Savoy: Michelle Malloy
- Sheffield: Amanda Brannock
- Springfield: Shatarra Lanier-Jarju
- West Springfield: Amtul Rawoof
- Windsor: Erin Roch
New York:
- East Nassau: Tara Darcy
For more information about BCC Allied Health and Nursing programs, call the Admissions Office at (413) 236-1630 or visit www.berkshirecc.edu/nursing.
