Fluency, the Digital Advertising Operating System (DOAS) for scaling paid media operations across all major channels, announced the appointment of Eric Picard as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Product.
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Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont’s non-profit community mental health agency, has appointed Jed Kingman as Director of Information Technology.
Champlain Housing Trust honored several people or institutions at their Annual Meeting at the DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington in March. At this year’s gathering on March 18th, 2026, Chief Executive Officer Michael Monte presented the following awards:
Community Health has appointed Lesley Classen as the new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). This addition supports Community Health’s ongoing commitment to workforce development, staff engagement, and the cultivation of a cohesive organizational culture.
Delta Dental Plan of Vermont announces the election of a new trustee to its board. Sue Caswell will serve a three-year term which began on March 27, 2026.
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.
Freeman French Freeman, Vermont’s leading architectural firm, has announced three promotions at their Burlington-based practice.
Ledyard Wealth Management in Hanover, NH, announced the appointment of Karissa McDonough, CFA, as Chief Investment Officer and Senior Vice President, effective March 30, 2026.
Vermont Electric Power Company (VELCO) has announced two leadership appointments: Michael Hale has been named to the Board of Directors, and Betsy Bloomer has been promoted to Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Strategy.