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BusinessWest’s 12th Annual Difference Makers
September 24, 2020 @ 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$75
Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020
We have moved to a virtual event concept. Ticket sales are currently closed.
Celebrating the 2020 Class
Back in late 2008, BusinessWest conceived a new recognition program.
It was called Difference Makers because, well, that’s the best way to describe those who would be honored. No matter what their career or field or passion — and, over the years, they have been myriad — the one common thread would be making a difference in the community.
Our goal was, and remains, to show the many ways in which an individual or group can make a difference, and suffice to say this goal has been met — as you’ll find out, once again, as you read the stories generated by the 12th such class of honorees.
The 12th annual Difference Makers gala will take place on Thursday, March 19 at the Log Cabin in Holyoke. Tickets cost $75. To reserve a spot, e-mail [email protected] or visit businesswest.com. Difference Makers is sponsored by Burkhart Pizzanelli, Royal, P.C., and TommyCar Auto Group, while the Tom Cosenzi Driving for the Cure Charity Golf Tournament, MHA, and United Way of Pioneer Valley are partners.
2020 DIFFERENCE MAKERS
Christopher ‘Monte’ Belmonte
DJ at WRSI the River Radio
His March is Changing
The Conversation
on Food Insecurity
Ira Bryck
Consultant and Former Executive Director of the Family Business Center of Pioneer Valley
He’s Helped Create
Fun, Imaginative
Learning Experiences
Sandy Cassanelli
Dianne
Fuller Doherty
Retired Director of the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center
She’s Retired … but Not from Her Role as a Difference Maker
Ronn Johnson
President and CEO of Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services Inc.
This Community Leader
Has Tackled Many Roles
With a Sense of Purpose
Steve Lowell
President and CEO of
Monson Savings Bank
Giving Back Has Always Been a Big Part of His Life — and His Work
Rick’s Place
This Unique Nonprofit Provides Support, Light in the Darkest of Times
2020 Difference Makers Sponsors:
Pay it Forward Non-Profit Partners
