Rose Polyakova, co-owner and operator of Heart of the Village Inn in Shelburne, has joined the Lipkin Audette Team at Coldwell Banker Hickok & Boardman. She brings a strong background in finance, entrepreneurial experience, a heart for hospitality, and a record of completing a half marathon in all 50 states to her new career as a REALTOR. 

Community Financial Services Group, LLC (CFSG) has promoted Kimberly L. Arms to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Arms is also a member of CFSG’s Executive Team, where she plays a key role in shaping the firm’s strategic direction and operational excellence.

Community Financial Services Group, LLC (CFSG) has promoted Patrick Talcott to Executive Vice President and Director of Asset Management. In this expanded leadership role, Talcott will oversee CFSG’s asset management strategy and lead a team of Wealth Advisors in delivering customized investment solutions designed to help clients achieve their long-term financial goals.

Dragonheart Vermont has announced that Jen Butson Williams has joined the organization this spring, stepping into a key leadership role as the nonprofit opens registration for its 20th annual Dragonheart Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival to be held on August 9, 2026. She is now co-piloting this year’s festival alongside longtime Festival Director Vicky Drew, with plans to take on full leadership in 2027.

Freeman French Freeman, Vermont’s leading architectural firm, has announced three promotions at their Burlington-based practice.

Jesse Robbins (pictured), AIA, LEED AP, ASHRAE joins the ownership team as Associate Principal. A familiar face at the firm and in the community, Jesse has been a part of the FFF family for over a quarter century. First serving as an intern in the late 1990s and later joining FFF as a full-time employee in 2000, Jesse has taken on increasingly complex projects over the course of his career.