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Scenes from the 2026 Celebration
Westfield Bank Commercial Lending
Local knowledge.
A Look Back at the 18th Annual Difference Makers Gala
Local decisions. Local service.
More than 300 people turned out at the Log Cabin Banquet and Meeting House on April 7 for the 18th annual Difference Makers
gala, presented by BusinessWest. The evening included a VIP hour, networking, fine food, and the presentation of the Differ-
Your trusted local team—with significant lending capability.
ence Makers awards to nine individuals, all of whom spoke meaningfully about the impactful work they do in the community.
Westfield Bank is investing in our region’s economy with
Pictured, from left: Zeno Temple, founder of the Just Us Movement; Julie Quink, managing principal at Burkhart Pizzanelli, P.C.;
millions to lend to businesses like yours. As a local bank, we
Ryan Alekman and Robert DiTusa, partners at Alekman DiTusa, LLC; Edward Sokolowski, managing partner and wealth advisor
know this market. We also know the importance of making
at Pioneer Valley Financial Group; Margaret Tantillo, executive director of the O’Dell Women’s Center; Jess Miller, comedian
decisions and serving our customers right here.
and founder of the Kind Squad; Darby O’Brien, owner of Darby O’Brien Advertising; and Rachelle Hannoush, director of Youth,
Cash flow
Violence Prevention, and Court Support Programs at the YWCA of Western Massachusetts. The 18th annual Difference Makers
program was sponsored by Burkhart Pizzanelli, P.C., TommyCar Auto Group, and Westfield Bank.
Asset purchase
Facility purchase/construction/expansion
Photos by Underwood Photography
And more
Your banking relationship is critical to your success, so we
aim to make your decision an easy one. Let’s grow together.
Partner Sponsors:
Go to westfieldbank.com/business/commercial-lending
or call 413.568.1911.
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