MountainOne Welcomes Brenda Petell as VP, Community Engagement Officer

Brenda Petell

NORTH ADAMS — MountainOne recently welcomed Brenda Petell as vice president, Community Engagement officer. In this role, she leads community-engagement efforts across the Berkshires and South Shore, strengthening partnerships, advancing philanthropic initiatives, and furthering MountainOne’s long-standing commitment to the communities it serves.

Petell brings a wealth of experience to MountainOne. Most recently, she served as director of Volunteer Engagement at Berkshire United Way. With a background in finance, people operations, and process improvement, her insights will be key in modernizing process and enhancing MountainOne’s community-engagement initiatives.

Petell will soon be named the 2025 recipient of the Girls Inc. of the Berkshires She Knows Where She’s Going Award, which honors her ongoing work as an outstanding local female leader who serves as a role model for young women.

As part of her responsibilities, she will oversee MountainOne’s Community Dividend Program, coordinate corporate giving, and ensure that MountainOne’s support aligns with initiatives that reflect the company’s mission. She will also lead employee volunteer efforts, financial-literacy programs, and storybook programming.

“We’re thrilled Brenda has joined MountainOne, and her enthusiasm for this role is welcomed and appreciated,” said Robert Fraser, president and CEO. “Her experience, leadership, and commitment to community make her an excellent fit and a valuable addition to our team.”