The Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA) is proud to announce the recipient of the 2017 CDFA Lifetime Achievement Award. This year’s recipient is Jo Bradley, Chief Executive Officer at the Vermont Economic Development Authority. She was presented the award during a special ceremony at the 2017 National Development Finance Summit in Atlanta, GA, on November 16.

Darn Tough Vermont, the fastest growing American manufacturer of premium performance outdoor and lifestyle socks, is pleased to welcome Decker and Associates to the team as the agency of record in the Southeast territory. With deep experience working with iconic brands such as Adidas Outdoors, Helly Hansen and more, the appointment of Decker and Associates illustrates Darn Tough’s continued commitment toward establishing the strongest sales network nationwide.

NMC and the Northwestern Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Center are pleased to welcome veteran physical therapist Susan Dodge to the team. Dodge is a native Vermonter who earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Vermont and her Master’s Degree in health care administration from Marlboro College.

NFP, a leading insurance broker and consultant that provides employee benefits, property & casualty (P&C), retirement and individual private client solutions, has announced that Charlie Desmarais, has joined its team in Barre as a Sales Manager for Personal Insurance.

In his new role, Desmarais will be responsible for procuring new client opportunities and developing client relationships. Desmarais brings with him more than 33 years’ experience in the insurance sales industry. He formerly served as a Lead Sales Representative with Liberty Mutual.

Home Care Assistance of Greater Burlington [www.homecareassistanceburlingtonvt.com ], the premier provider of in-home care for seniors, is honored to be recognized as a 2017 Best of Home Care Employer of Choice. This prestigious award is given to home care providers who rank in the top in one or more employee satisfaction categories, based on monthly satisfaction interviews conducted by Home Care Pulse.

Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center (MAHHC) has announced that April Lyman has earned Employee of the Month honors for October, 2017. Lyman is a Billing Patient Accounts Representative at the Hospital. As a Billing Patient Accounts Representative, Lyman is responsible for follow up of all accounts billed to insurance companies, ensuring accuracy of all information and forwarding rebills to the proper payer in a timely manner.