Mission & Vision
The mission of the North Adams Chamber is to explore, define, share and promote the unique story of Northern Berkshire County by connecting individuals, facilitating conversations and leading the development of responsible growth practices.
The NAC is an independent nonprofit economic development organization in the City of North Adams that aids in the growth and vitality of businesses in Northern Berkshire County.
Core Values
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Identify, guide and promote policies, laws and initiatives that support infrastructure for the sustainable growth of our regional economy and community.
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Engage, activate and align individuals, groups and organizations to ensure all voices are heard, to spark change and to create sustained enthusiasm for building thriving communities.
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Provide training, share resources, make business and local information more accessible and build advisory groups to help start new businesses and to help stabilize or expand existing ones.
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Develop, guide, share and advertise the unique story of the Northern Berkshires to attract tourists, investors and new residents.
Board of Directors
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Colleen Rafferty
Board Chair
Vice President at TOURISTS Welcome -
Aaron Oster
Secretary
Founder at Working Human -
Mike Hernandez
Treasurer
Owner, 360 Berkshire Reality Group -
Suzy Helme
Board Member
Communications Coordinator, Northern Berkshire Community Coalition -
Craig Feuerzeig
Board Member
Owner at Zig Industries -
Andrew Fitch
Board Member
North Adams City Councilor -
Benjamin Lamb, Ph.D
Board Member
Vice President of Economic Development at 1Berkshire -
Meghan Daly
Board Member
Steeple City Social
Independent Artist -
Janine Vellucci
Board Member
General Manager, Hotel Downstreet
Business Development Team
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Amy Shapiro
FCCDC Liaison
Assistant Professor of Marketing, MCLA -
Makayla-Courtney McGeeney
Editor, Business Connector Newsletter
Owner, McGeeney Media