Northern Border Regional Commission Federal Cochair Harold B. Parker announced today that Rich Grogan of Vermont will become the first Executive Director of the Northern Border Regional Commission. Grogan is currently the Executive Director of Community Capital of Vermont.

The Stern Center for Language and Learning announces five additions to its staff, enhancing the nonprofit organization’s capacity to meet the needs of learners and educators through high-quality direct services and robust professional learning opportunities.

The Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA-VT) is pleased to announce Grace Oedel will be leading the organization as its new Executive Director, starting July 1, 2019. During the last 30 years, under the leadership of the late Enid Wonnacott, NOFA-VT has grown to become an active, thriving organization deeply woven into the fabric of Vermont agriculture, with a $2.6 million operating budget encompassing many diverse programs managed by a team of 20 talented staff. NOFA-VT has a devoted Board of Directors, and a passionate and committed membership.

Brattleboro Savings & Loan announced today the promotion of Robert Davis to Assistant Vice President. Davis, who has been with the Bank for nearly a decade, has played a significant role in the transition, growth, and success of the Commercial Banking Department in that time. In addition to his new responsibilities, he will continue to serve as a Commercial Banking Officer.

Age Well, the leading experts and advocates for the aging population in Northwestern Vermont, welcomed Joan Lenes as their new Board Chair and Dr. Allan Ramsay as Vice-Chair. Lenes is a former Shelburne state representative and a Meals on Wheels volunteer for over thirty years. Lenes has been very involved through the years with many causes including membership in the Charlotte/Shelburne Rotary Club, founder of Robin’s Nest Children’s Center, and Board Chair of Emerge Vermont.