Green Mountain Council Scouting Family are thrilled to announce that David “Dave” McAllister of Morrisville, Vermont, has been selected by the National Court of Honor as a member of the Silver Antelope Class of 2026.
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Jeff Bartley, with the Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport, has been awarded a 2026 AAAE Professional Development Grant to attend the Loretta Scott, A.A.E.
Otter Creek Engineering (OCE), a leading Vermont-based civil and environmental engineering firm based in Middlebury, has announced a key leadership transition. Jason Larocque, one of the company’s original founders and President since 2017, has stepped down from the role. Brent F. Rakowski, P.E. has been appointed to the position, effective immediately.
The University of Vermont Board of Trustees today reelected Cynthia Barnhart to serve as chair and welcomed two new members following a special meeting.
Barnhart, now serving her second year as chair, was first elected to the Board on August 1, 2014, then re-elected in December 2019 and October 2024. Her current term expires in March 2030.
The Davis & Hodgdon Advisory group, based in Williston, is pleased to announce that Donna London, CPA has been named as a partner at the firm. Donna joined Davis & Hodgdon CPAs in 2019, and she has provided tax and consulting services to the firm’s individual and business clients.
Todd Daloz, a veteran public servant with years of experience in public health, safety and state leadership has joined the Board of Trustees for University of Vermont Health – Central Vermont Medical Center.
Vermont Business Magazine In the past few months, Hunger Free Vermont has hired four key staff members, completing its 15-person team. Ranging in experience from development to communications, these individuals are going to be critical players for the statewide nonprofit in its next period of anti-hunger education and advocacy.
Governor Phil Scott has appointed Jon Murad to serve as the permanent corrections commissioner after serving as interim commissioner since August.
Vermont Business Magazine 800response, the industry leader in premium vanity toll-free numbers since 1990, today announced the promotion of Laura Noonan to President of 800response and Chief Operating Officer of the CallFinder Division.
Vermont Business Magazine Community National Bank (CNB) President and CEO Christopher Caldwell is proud to announce that Michealla Flint has accepted the position of Troy Office Supervisor.
Norwich University has appointed Emily Wiggett as our next Director of Bands, effective July 2026. Emily is the music director at Danville School (VT), recognized as Teacher of the Year (2025), and a sergeant in Vermont’s Own 40th Army Band (VTNG).
Howard Center has announced that Sharon Lifschutz has joined the organization as Chief External Affairs Officer. In this role, she will focus on strengthening community partnerships and enhancing communication to ensure Howard Center’s work remains responsive to the evolving needs of the people and communities we serve.