Coming off a strong financial finish for the year, Vermont-based independent book publisher Chelsea Green today announced a series of new hires and strategic reorganization for 2012.

“We had a very strong finish to the year, with significant growth overall for both print and digital. We remain focused on the content, acquiring the very best books in our niche, but we’re also strategically experimenting with digital content and enhanced ebooks,” said Margo Baldwin, President and Publisher of Chelsea Green.

Environmental Compliance Services, Inc. (ECS) announces Jaime Losch has achieved certification as an Asbestos Inspector in the State of New Hampshire. The certification was issued by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services.

Ms. Losch is an Indoor Air Quality, Asbestos, and Lead Project Scientist based in ECS’ Waterbury, VT office. Her newest certification expands the capabilities of the firm’s northern New England offices, including those in Brattleboro, VT and Bow, NH.

Priscilla T. Smith, of Colchester, received Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC’s Diane R. Lynch Distinguished Service Award. Smith is a legal secretary in DRM’s Burlington office.

Established in 2000 to honor the firm’s 50th anniversary and in memory of Lynch, the award is given each year to a former or current employee who has demonstrated loyalty, dedication, energy, drive, selflessness, good nature, humor and commitment.

Trumbull-Nelson Construction recently announced the promotion of Robert Campbell to Project Superintendent. Mr. Campbell’s 19 years with Trumbull-Nelson includes a broad range of experience in various construction related positions within the Company. Mr. Campbell is a resident of Strafford, VT.