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On the occasion of the 10th anniversary of his graduation from Saint Michael's College, Joel Senesac of Colchester was named Saint Michael’s Alumnus of the Year, at ceremonies held on campus June 11.

NPI, also known as Network Performance Inc., an Information Communications Technology provider located in South Burlington, Vermont is pleased to announce that Jay Pilcer has joined the company’s Sales Team. Jay will lead the sales efforts in the VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) marketplace.

Vermont Public Radio has been honored with three 2011 national Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in electronic journalism.

Ken Gibbons, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Union Bank is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to their St. Johnsbury Advisory Board. Nancy Poulos, Executive Vice President of Poulos Insurance, Inc. and Justin Lavely, Owner, Northstar Publishing both joined the Board in June.

Citizens Bank has awarded its 2011 Be Inspired Award to Michael Hayes, manager at its South Burlington branch, for his outstanding commitment and dedication to the community. As part of the award, the Citizens Bank Foundation will contribute $2,500 to the charity of Michael’s choice.

Sugar River Bank, headquartered in Newport, New Hampshire, recently announced the promotion of three key staff members to the position of Assistant Vice President.

Alyssum, Incorporated recently appointed its first Executive Director. Gloria van den Berg of Rochester, Vermont will take the leadership role of the newly organized non-profit. Alyssum has been formed to assist Vermont residents who are experiencing emotional crisis.

Darah Meyer has joined PayData’s sales staff as Regional Sales Representative.

PayData Payroll Services, a local Vermont company, provides efficient and affordable payroll processing and tax management services, time clock and HRIS systems to employers throughout northern New England.

Mary Burns, President and CEO of the Greater Burlington YMCA, today announced the appointment of two new professionals to the Community Relations and Development office.

The Vermont Ski and Snowboard Museum has welcomed four new members to its board of directors as the institution charts a course for its second decade in its iconic Stowe location. The museum is dedicated to collecting and preserving and celebrating the history of skiing and snowboarding in Vermont. It also features an educational outreach program for schools and the media.

Vermont Teddy Bear Company announces the promotion of Katie Camardo to Senior VP, Chief Operating Officer. Most recently, Katie was the Vice President of Operations until her promotion in November. Katie’s current role oversees the management of our Global Sourcing Team, Employee & Customer Relations, Manufacturing and Distribution.

The University of Vermont has named three new University Distinguished Professors: Jerold F. Lucey, Brooke T. Mossman, and Susan S. Wallace.