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Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C.
(MBK) announced the follow- ing new hires: Elise Puza, CPA as tax supervisor, Kevin Murray as senior associate, and Jacob Bear as associate. Puza has been practicing public account- ing since 2017 and brings an array of expertise to the table. With seven years of experience in public accounting, includ-
ing assurance and taxation services, she brings knowledge to the table especially in real estate, manufacturing, and healthcare. Prior to working in public accounting, she worked in private, corporate accounting for five years. She received her bachelor’s degree in business management with a concentra- tion in accounting at Westfield State University and furthered her education in the university’s accounting master program. She is a certified public accountant
licensed in Massachusetts. She is also a member of CPAmerica and the Massachusetts Society of Certi- fied Public Accountants. MBK also welcomes Murray as a senior associate in the firm’s Taxation depart- ment. Prior to MBK, he owned his own account-
ing firm for 15 years and also worked with the IRS, gaining valuable insights into both sides of the tax process. He is also an enrolled agent and brings an array of expertise to the table. He received his mas- ter’s degree in taxation from American International College and is a member of CPAmerica and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accoun- tants. MBK also welcomes Bear to the firm as an associate in the Taxation department. He began his career in public accounting in 2023. He brings his fresh perspective to his engagements and believes customer service starts with listening to clients’ unique needs so that he can better understand their business and help them achieve their goals. Bear received his master’s degree in accounting from UMass Amherst. He is also a member of CPAmerica and the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants.
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Greenfield Community College
(GCC) announced the appoint- ment of Angela Campbell as its inaugural vice president of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). She brings a wealth of experience in educational lead- ership and a deep commitment to fostering inclusive excellence
in higher education. Campbell joins GCC after serv- ing as vice president of Mission, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Cabrini University. Her career also includes serving as assistant dean of the School of Education and co-founder of the Center for Urban Education, Equity, and Improvement at Cabrini University, and inaugural executive director of the Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion at Carnegie Mellon University. She has dedicated her career to promoting academic success, cultural competency, and community engagement within educational institutions. Campbell looks forward
to implementing transformational DEI efforts and collaborating across GCC to build an inclusive community. She aims to bolster the college’s mis- sion and values, ensuring equity and access for all
community members. Her strategic vision includes advancing new DEI programs and initiatives that prepare students for diverse fields, including busi- ness, technology, and healthcare.
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Egan, Flanagan and Cohen
announced the addition of six new associates to the firm over the past year. Paul Bromwich joined the firm in August 2023. He focuses his practice in civil litigation and small-business matters. He received his juris doctorate cum laude from Western New England Univer- sity School of Law, where he served as note editor on the Law Review and completed Egan, Flanagan and Cohen’s Summer Associate Program. He received his bachelor’s degree in economics from UMass Amherst. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a commod- ity manager at Jacobs Vehicle Systems, a division of Cum- mins Engine Co. Kylie Brown joined the firm in May 2024. She focuses her practice in employ- ment and labor, employer-side, and private client services. She received her juris doctorate from Western New England University School of Law, where she served as clerk of Phi Alpha Delta and as a member of the moot court team. She received her bachelor’s degree in law and public affairs from Lasell Col- lege in Newton. Prior to joining the firm, she was an assistant clerk at the State of Connecticut Judicial Branch and in private practice. Stefan Sjoberg joined the firm in November 2024. He focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions, real estate, and other transactional matters. He received his dual juris doctor- ate and MBA from Western New England University School of Law and his bachelor’s degree in finance from Quinnipiac University in Hampden, Conn. Prior to joining the firm, he practiced in Hartford, Conn. at regional firms. He is an adjunct
faculty member in Western New England University School of Law, teaching advanced legal analysis. In addition to Bromwich, Brown, and Sjoberg, Egan, Flanagan and Cohen recently welcomed three new attorneys who all swore into the Massachusetts Bar in November 2024. Matti Tacy focuses her practice in corporate governance and transactional mat- ters. She received her juris doctorate from Western New England University School of Law, where she completed both Egan, Flanagan and Cohen’s Sum- mer Associate Program and a clerkship with the firm’s corporate services group. She received her dual bachelor’s degree in sociology and politics from Mount Holyoke College. Marissa Fabo focuses her practice on civil and commercial litigation. She received her juris doctorate from Western New Eng- land University School of Law, where she completed clerkships with the Western Division of the Massa-
chusetts Housing Court and the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department. She received a dual bachelor’s degree in English and Spanish from Dickinson College in Carlisle, Penn. Enrique Tirado focuses his practice on civil litigation, including personal injury, employment law, and business litigation. He received his juris doctorate from Western New Eng- land University School of Law, where he completed a clerkship with the Suffolk County (N.Y.) District Attorney’s Office and Egan, Flanagan and Cohen’s Summer Associate Program. He received his bach- elor’s degree from St. Joseph’s University on Long Island, N.Y.
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Former Holyoke City Councilor Todd McGee has been appoint- ed to the Holyoke Community College (HCC) board of trustees by Gov. Maura Healey. McGee
is a tax attorney and director of Estate and Business Planning for MassMutual Insurance, as well as a 1992 graduate of HCC. His
term runs through March 1, 2029. After graduating from HCC with an associate degree in liberal arts, he went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in history from Northeastern University, a juris doctorate from Western New England School of Law, and a master’s degree in taxation from Boston University School
of Law. McGee served as a Holyoke city councilor for 18 years until 2023, his last three terms as City Council president. He briefly served as acting mayor in 2021 after the resignation of Mayor Alex Morse.
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Northampton-based D.A. Sulli- van & Sons Inc. (DAS) promoted Dave Goodsell to vice president of Operations. Having been an integral part of the DAS team for the past three years as a project manager, Goodsell has con- sistently demonstrated excep- tional leadership, management
expertise, and dedication to delivering high-quality projects. In his new role, he will oversee construc- tion field operations, focusing on workforce plan- ning, employee development, safety initiatives, and streamlined project delivery.
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The Realtor Assoc. of Pioneer Valley (RAPV)
announced its annual award winners: Peter Ruffini of RE/MAX Connections, Realtor of the Year; and Kristin Gravanis of Westfield Bank, Affiliate of the Year. A Realtor since 1996, Ruffini serves as presi- dent of the RAPV board of directors in 2024. He
has also served on the government affairs, strategic planning, bylaws and policy, and professional stan- dards committees, and he continues to serve on the RAPV board of directors. He has given back to the community by supporting local charitable events, and serves as the chair of the Massachusetts Board of Registration for Real Estate Brokers and Salesper- sons. He also actively serves on several committees at both the state and national levels, demonstrating commitment to advancing the RAPV profession and supporting its members. He holds 11 professional designations and certifications. A member of RAPV since 2007, Gravanis has served on the community service committee. She has supported the associa- tion through community outreach and volunteered in RAPV’s community-service efforts through fun- draising and helping and preparing meals at the Friends of the Homeless volunteer program.
ELISE PUZA
PAUL BROMWICH
KEVIN MURRAY
KYLIE BROWN
TODD MCGEE
JACOB BEAR
STEFAN SJOBERG
MATTI TACY
DAVE GOODSELL
MARISSA FABO
ENRIQUE TIRADO
ANGELA CAMPBELL
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