People on the Move
Amanda Goewey
Michael Hogan
NBT Bank announced the promotion of Amanda Goewey to Business Banking officer and Michael Hogan to Commercial Banking relationship manager. In addition, James Truden has joined the company as branch manager for the company’s Lee office, and Marzena Jarosinska-Doherty has joined as branch manager for the Great Barrington South branch. In her new role, Goewey helps business banking customers clearly define their goals and then connect them with the financial tools that best support their business needs. She joined NBT in August 2023 with the merger of Salisbury Bank into NBT Bank. Most recently, she served as Massachusetts Market manager with responsibility for overseeing NBT’s eight branches in Berkshire County. She has more than 15 years of experience in banking, including positions in branch management, wealth
management, and home lending. Active in her community, Goewey is involved with youth coaching and the Great Barrington Rotary Club. In his new role, Hogan is responsible for new business development and management of a loan portfolio, along with
maintaining and building customer relationships in Berkshire County and Northwest Connecticut. He also joined NBT Bank in August 2023 through the merger with Salisbury Bank, and most recently served as Business Banking officer. He has nearly 10 years of experience in finance, commercial lending, and portfolio management, including prior roles in which he gained relevant experience in construction loan portfolio management and commercial lending support. Hogan is active in his community, serving as treasurer and coach with the Great Barrington Little League, and on the board of directors for the Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce. He is also a member of the current class of the Northwest Connecticut Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Northwest program. Prior to joining NBT, Truden served as store manager at TD Bank in Great Barrington for more than 15 years. He earned a degree in electrical engineering from Berkshire Community College and served as a sergeant and squad leader in the U.S. Army. Jarosinska-Doherty previously held leadership positions at JPMorgan Chase and Berkshire Bank. She attended the University of Cambridge in the U.K.
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Wendy Wakefield
Monson Savings Bank announced the appointment of Wendy Wakefield as vice president, director of Residential Lending. In her new role, Wakefield will oversee the bank’s mortgage department, leading residential lending operations and supporting the bank’s continued commitment to helping individuals and families achieve their homeownership goals. She brings more than 20 years of experience in banking and financial services, including 13 years specializing in residential lending. She most recently worked at North Brookfield Savings Bank, where she was responsible for lending compliance, project management, and loan servicing. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business from New England College of Business and a project management certification from Cornell University. She plays an active leadership role internally at Monson Savings Bank, contributing to the bank’s audit, compliance, and CRA/fair lending committees. In these capacities, she supports key strategic and regulatory initiatives, helping to uphold the bank’s commitment to compliance, risk management, and responsible lending practices. Outside of her role at the bank, Wakefield is engaged in her local community as a participant in the Rutland Youth Soccer League.
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Christopher Bone
Stephen Quiqley
Tighe & Bond announced the appointment of Christopher Bone and Stephen Quigley to the firm’s board of directors. Bone joins the board as an at-large director and currently serves as a vice president and Corporate Design manager. He has delivered some of the firm’s largest multi-disciplinary projects, including water and wastewater infrastructure projects, and served a key role in the statewide biosolids study for the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, examining the long-term future of wastewater sludge management. He has also led company-wide initiatives, including communities of practice furthering technical expertise, and previously served as co-chair of the diversity, equity, & inclusion committee. Quigley was elected to serve as an external board member. A former AEC executive, he currently runs his own management consulting firm, where he advises industry firms on strategic planning, growth strategies, and
ownership transition. He has a background in environmental engineering, with experience leading the North American operations within employee-owned AEC firms. Tighe & Bond extends its thanks to departing board members Lisa Robert (external director) and Environmental Business Line Leader Dan Rukakoski (at-large director) for their years of service and guidance. Both served the maximum two terms.
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John Rose
Greylock Federal Credit Union announced the hiring of John Rose in the position of vice president, Consumer Lending. Rose will provide strategic leadership and management of all consumer loan products and lending operations at Greylock, including direct and indirect auto lending, credit cards, and personal loans. Rose brings almost 20 years of consumer lending experience to Greylock. For nearly 10 years, he worked at Rhinebeck Bank, where he served as senior vice president, Consumer Lending, leading a multi-channel division that included auto, home equity, and personal loans; mortgages; and credit cards.
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Kuhn Riddle Architects & Designers announced the promotion of Ruoqi (Rosy) Zhong to senior architect, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the firm’s mission-driven design practice and her growing leadership in sustainable architecture. Over the course of her work with the firm, Zhong has been deeply engaged in several multi-family housing projects designed to meet passive house standards. She has helped advance design solutions that balance energy performance, constructability, resident comfort, and architectural quality. Her work demonstrates how rigorous sustainability goals can be integrated into projects that serve both people and place, and reflects the firm’s broader focus on creating resilient, environmentally responsible buildings that support healthier communities. In addition to her project leadership, Zhong has strengthened the firm from within by helping to develop and refine overall design standards. She has supported greater consistency across project teams, improved workflow efficiencies, and elevated the quality of design deliverables.
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Kaci Nowicki
Greylock Federal Credit Union announced the promotion of Kaci Nowicki to vice president, Asset Quality and Real Estate. In that role, she will oversee underwriting and asset quality across Greylock, set risk standards, and align teams to support growth, new lending programs, and secondary market expansion. She will work closely with senior leadership to build scalable credit systems, improve risk governance, and position Greylock for future opportunities while leading teams. Nowicki began her career with Greylock in 2013. She serves on the board of directors for Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity, Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention, and the newly established Footprints Family Foundation Inc.
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PV Financial Group announced the addition of four new team members to the firm in 2026, continuing the organization’s commitment to growth, client service, and community impact. Joining the team are Operations Support Specialists Tony Salemi, Daniel Meyers, and Andrew Wands; and Financial Advisor Brendan Burke. Salemi joined PV Financial Group in January. A graduate of Pioneer Valley Christian School, he later completed certification through the Financial Advisor Training Institute, earning both his Series 7 and Series 66 licenses. He brings a diverse professional background with experience in CNC machining, the mortgage industry, and most recently as an independent financial advisor. Salemi is looking forward to contributing within a collaborative environment while helping clients take meaningful steps toward their financial futures. Meyers joined the firm in April, continuing the legacy of founding partner Charles “Chuck” Meyers. A graduate of the University of Vermont with a degree in political science and psychology, Daniel Meyers brings experience coordinating planning appointments, organizing schedules, and helping operations run efficiently. He looks forward to supporting clients as they work toward reaching their financial goals and retiring comfortably, while also supporting his local community. Wands joined PV Financial Group in April. He graduated from Westfield State University with a degree in finance and economics. Prior to joining the firm, he gained experience helping operate his family’s business through landscaping and floral arrangements for commercial and recreational clients. Wands is excited to help support the surrounding community while assisting clients in achieving their financial goals. Burke joined PV Financial Group in May. He earned both his undergraduate and master’s degrees in comparative literature with a concentration in film from UMass Amherst and Lund University. Prior to joining PV Financial Group, he worked on the distribution side of the financial services industry, positioning mutual funds, separately managed accounts, and ETFs to advisors while also consulting on practice scalability and efficiency. After years of supporting advisors and their clients, Burke is excited to work directly with individuals and families to help them accomplish their financial goals and retire successfully.
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Bulkley Richardson announced that Dan Finnegan, the firm’s managing partner, has been spotlighted by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly as a Top Managing Partner in Massachusetts. Finnegan was chosen “for his exceptional work in growing firm revenue and talent while hitting major milestones this year.” This elite list of managing partners was published in a special section on May 25. “As managing partner, Dan recognizes the importance of workplace culture, fostering attorney and staff well-being, alongside the firm’s commitment to producing quality legal work, and he has prioritized attorney recruitment and retention to ensure steady growth to best serve our clients,” said Betsey Quick, Bulkley Richardson’s executive director.
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Mackenzie Lagoy
Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C. announced the hiring of Mackenzie Lagoy. Lagoy first joined the team as a tax intern and has been recently hired as an associate in the firm’s Taxation department. Her professional focus includes taxation services, with concentrations in individual returns and family and independent businesses. Lagoy holds a bachelor’s degree from Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art and is slated to complete a master’s degree in accounting in December from the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst. She is also a member of CPAmerica and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
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John Chavis
Alayana Anderson
Bacon Wilson, P.C. announced that John Chavis has been elevated from systems administrator to director of information technology, and Alayna Anderson has been elevated from marketing coordinator to marketing manager. Chavis recently celebrated his 21st anniversary with Bacon Wilson in March. Over the past two decades, he has played an integral role in supporting and advancing the firm’s technology infrastructure, helping ensure that its attorneys and staff have the tools they need to serve clients effectively. Anderson celebrated four years with the firm in May. Since joining Bacon Wilson, she has made a significant impact on the firm’s marketing and social media efforts, strengthening its brand presence and supporting initiatives that connect the firm with clients and communities throughout the region.
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Holyoke, Chicopee, Springfield (HCS) Head Start recently gathered team members from across the organization for a Professional Development Day held at the Castle of Knights in Chicopee. As part of the celebration, HCS Head Start presented three Head Start Hero Awards, recognizing extraordinary service and commitment to the organization’s mission, to Sandra Zieminski, a long-time volunteer who has supported numerous initiatives throughout the years; Christina Compton, site director for the Parkside Early Learning Center in Ludlow, Westover Early Learning Center in Chicopee, and Robinson Gardens Early Learning Center in Springfield; and Juana Santiago, a teacher retiring from HCS Head Start. Also, the 2026 Janis Santos Scholarship, created to support current HCS staff, parents, and Head Start alumni pursuing education in the early childhood field, was awarded to Diana Learned, a teacher at the Parkside Early Learning Center who is currently pursuing her education at Bay Path University with the long-term goal of entering the field of special education. Finally, HCS Head Start is also celebrating two additional accomplishments from members of its leadership team. Alisha Durocher recently graduated from the Springfield Regional Chamber Leadership Institute, a 12-week leadership development program through Western New England University designed to strengthen skills in communication, strategic thinking, innovation, and leadership in today’s evolving business environment. And CEO Nicole Blais was recently honored at the Human Services Leadership Summit with the Human Services Innovation Award, which celebrates leaders across Massachusetts who are making a meaningful impact within the human services field through innovation, leadership, and commitment to community.
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The trustees of Forbes Library presented the Gertrude P. Smith Trustees Award to both Debin Bruce and J.R. Greene for their dedication and volunteer service to Forbes Library on June 11. While serving as a trustee of Forbes Library, Bruce worked tirelessly to advocate and support the needs of the library so that it could best serve the community. Among her accomplishments was chairing the building and grounds committee, where she worked tirelessly to bring the library’s long-standing dream of a performance stage on the library’s grounds to a reality. Greene served as president of the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Library and Museum standing committee for many years. Always generous with his historical knowledge of Coolidge, he proved himself a steadfast presence for the committee and a champion for the importance of the collection and the museum.
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Josh Jensen
Amherst College announced the appointment of Josh Jensen as vice president for Communications, effective July 1. Jensen will lead all aspects of the college’s communications and public affairs work, including media relations, digital strategy, internal communications, and brand stewardship. Jensen joins Amherst from Oberlin College and Conservatory, where he has served as vice president for Communications since 2021. At Oberlin, he led the full spectrum of marketing and communications, from print and digital marketing to social media, video, crisis communications, and overall strategy. Before Oberlin, Jensen spent five years at Whitman College in Walla Walla, Wash., where he served first as vice president for Communications and Public Relations and later as vice president for Enrollment and Communications. Earlier in his career, he held communications leadership roles at Connecticut College and Boston College. He holds a PhD in higher education from Boston College’s Lynch School of Education, an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management, and a bachelor’s degree in music, magna cum laude, from the University of Hartford’s Hartt School. He has also served as a teaching assistant at Harvard Extension School and as a marketing instructor at Newbury College.
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Glenmeadow, a nonprofit senior living organization, announced the appointment of Scott Taylor as chief financial officer. He has extensive experience in healthcare finance, treasury operations, and strategic leadership. As vice president of Finance Support Services at Baystate Health, he managed financial operations across the health system, including treasury, capital financing, investment, and enterprise planning. Known for his leadership and communication skills, he consistently adds value and strengthens organizations. In his new role, Taylor will lead Glenmeadow’s financial strategy and operations, supporting the organization’s commitment to providing an exemplary, wellness-based lifestyle for older adults. He will oversee financial planning, budgeting, and long-range strategy, ensuring the organization remains well-positioned for continued growth and innovation. Taylor holds an MBA from the Isenberg School of Management at UMass Amherst and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Rhode Island. He is also a certified treasury professional.
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Bulkley Richardson recently welcomed four law students to its 2026 Summer Associate Program. The robust program will introduce law students to the inner workings of a law firm, where they will receive mentorship from lawyers ranging from firm leaders and retired judges all the way through the ranks to junior associates, and gain exposure to the practice of law. Sebastiano D’Angelo is currently attending Suffolk University Law School as a trustee academic scholar. He is chief managing editor of the school’s Transnational Law Review and will serve as president of the Business Law Assoc. He was a judicial intern at the U.S. District Court for Judge Katherine Robertson and law clerk at two Massachusetts law firms. Sebastiano earned a bachelor’s degree, magna cum laude, in organizational communication from Assumption University. Lauren Franceschini, currently attending Western New England School of Law, is a member of both the Family Law Society and Women’s Law Society. She was a law clerk at Springfield Public School District and previously a paralegal at two southern law firms. Franceschini earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Elon University. Grace Guachione is currently attending Roger Williams University School of Law, where she is on the Rogers Williams University Law Review and Moot Court Board. She was recently a clerk for the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island for Chief Judge John McConnell Jr. Guachione earned a bachelor’s degree in business and finance at Saint Anslem College, where she was Female Scholar-Athlete of the Year and a NE-10 Conference nominee for basketball. Evan Naismith is currently attending the University of Connecticut School of Law, where he is vice president of the UConn American Constitution Society Chapter. He is a graduate of Commonwealth Honors College at UMass Amherst, summa cum laude, and co-valedictorian with a bachelor’s degree in legal studies. Previously, Naismith was an intern at both the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the Office of U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern.
