Business Briefs

Mirissa Neff’s experience in public media began when she appeared as a child on “Sesame Street.”

EILEEN FISHER determined that Great Barrington, which blends small-town charm with a vibrant downtown atmosphere and is known as a popular destination for vacationers and those seeking a more relaxed and cultured lifestyle, would serve as the perfect backdrop for the brand’s thoughtful approach to elevated design, sustainability, and slow fashion. 

Described as a “romantic location for Romeo to fall for Juliet,” — a nod to Shakespeare & Company’s mainstage outdoor show this season.

Berkshire Pride is proud to recognize Greylock Federal Credit Union as their 2025 Community Partner of the Year for their unwavering commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, which has been nothing short of inspiring.

Are you passionate about storytelling? Whether you’re a filmmaker, writer, or if you have an important story to tell, this game-changing virtual workshop is for you.

“Returning now, when the company celebrates five decades of music, theater, and mentorship, is a meaningful full-circle moment.” -Lyndsay Werking-Yip

“I believe Rockwell’s art will continue to speak to our culture and move the hearts of new generations.” -Laurie Norton Moffatt

“We are thrilled that Hoosac Valley students were able to participate in this pilot high school training to earn a healthcare certification and experience real-world clinical settings.” says Bryana Malloy, MassHire Berkshire Workforce Board Manager of Industry Relations.

Norman Rockwell Museum (NRM) welcomes new team members Caren Seward Kinne joins the Museum as Manager of Learning and Engagement, and Derrick Martin, the Museum’s new Norman Rockwell Teaching Fellow.

Kiese Laymon, award-winning author, the Libbie Shearn Moody Professor of English and Creative Writing at Rice University, and a 2022 MacArthur Fellow, will be the commencement speaker at MCLA’s 126th commencement on May 17th.

“We’re thrilled to be partnering with our friends at Ventfort Hall, which was featured in the Oscar-winning film, ‘The Cider House Rules,’” says Diane Pearlman, Executive Director of Berkshire Film & Media Collaborative.

Pittsfield resident Manoj Vengalil has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Interprint, Inc.

In celebration of its newly installed solar panels, Berkshire Botanical Garden has partnered with the Berkshire International Film Festival to present the 2025 Solar Film Forum. Courtesy Berkshire Botanical Garden.

PS21 Center for Contemporary Performance announces Vallejo Gantner as new Artistic & Executive Director.

Paula K. Almgren, founder of Berkshire Law Group in Lenox, has been named to the Massachusetts Super Lawyers list, an honor given to less than five percent of attorneys in the Commonwealth.

The mural, painted by Pittsfield-based artist Huckleberry Elling, now adorns the school’s library, bringing themes of adventure, learning, and imagination to life.