Western Mass Economic Development Council (EDC) Holds Successful Annual Meeting
Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council
The region’s recognized catalyst, leader, and influencer on issues related to business, economic growth + workforce dev.
Springfield, MA—On Thursday, May 16, 2024, the Western Mass Economic Development Council (EDC) held its annual meeting at Fame Lounge & Eatery in Holyoke, MA, marking a significant milestone in the region's ongoing commitment to economic growth and success. Over 90 members, including the presence of Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll, were in attendance. During the annual meeting, the EDC selects new and returning members and highlights its achievements.
The meeting also featured a presentation by the CEO of Clean Crop Technologies, Dan White, who introduced their innovative Clean Current technology. Clean Crop Technologies aims to boost yields, improve food safety, and reduce food waste.
The following nominations of New and Re-Elected Directors were unanimously approved by the EDC Board of Directors:
Gary Turku – bankESB
Daniel Finnegan – Bulkley Richardson
Megan Burke – Community Foundation of Western MA
Michael Vedovelli – Eversource
Andy Brydges – FirstLight Power
Dr. Harry E. Dumay – Our Lady of the Elms College
Kristin Carlson – Peerless Precision, Inc.
Dr. John Cook – Springfield Technical Community College
Chancellor Javier Reyes – University of Massachusetts Amherst
Daniel Butterfield – U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC
Philip Goncalves – Westfield Bank Robert Simone – WWLP
Megan Burke- Community Foundation of Western Mass
Elizabeth Dineen – YWCA of Western MA.
The following slate of “Affiliate Directors,” comprised of the Chairs of each of the EDC’s Affiliated Organizations for election to a one-year term, were unanimously approved by the Board of Directors:
Barry Roberts – Amherst Business Improvement District (ABID) Erin Bissonnette – ERC5
Gene Cassidy – Greater Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau (GSCVB)
James Hickson – Springfield Business Improvement District (SBID)
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Daniel Keenan – Springfield Regional Chamber (SRC)
John Libera – Westover Metropolitan Development Corporation (WMADC)
The EDC Board of Directors unanimously approved the Executive Committee's recommendation to add a third Board Member at Large seat to the Executive Committee. The Board approved the following nomination of Directors:
Member at large – Eric Weinstein - MassMutual
The following Directors currently serve on the Executive Committee:
● Chair - Christina Royal, Infinite Unlearning, LLC
● 1st Vice Chair - Gus Kim, MGM Springfield
● 2nd Vice Chair - Sam Skura, Baystate Health, Inc.
● Treasurer - Jaimye Kelley, M&T Bank
● Clerk - Cesar Ruiz, Golden Years Home Care Services
● Member-at-Large - Charles D’Amour, Big Y Foods, Inc.
● Member-at-Large - George Arwady, The Republican Newspaper
The EDC would like to acknowledge New Valley Bank and Trust as the event sponsor and Fame Lounge & Eatery for hosting us.
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