At its November meeting, the Greenfield Community College Foundation celebrated new leadership and fresh perspectives on its Board of Directors while honoring four members who completed their six-year terms of service.

Departing members Deb Berryere (President), Ann Barker (Vice President), Jacqui Zuzgo, and Savitri Rambissoon were recognized for their exceptional commitment to the College and to the Foundation’s mission of supporting student success. Under their leadership, the Foundation strengthened its scholarships, endowment, and community partnerships, advancing opportunities for students across the region.

Succeeding them in leadership, the Board elected James Fitzgerald as President and Jane Wolfe as Vice President. Fitzgerald and Wolfe both joined the Foundation board in 2023 and bring experience in business and community service.

The Foundation also welcomed four new members whose expertise reflects the diverse strengths of Franklin County and Western Massachusetts:

• Hannah Rechtschaffen, Executive Director of the Greenfield Business Association, is a leader in creative placemaking and community development. Her background includes strategic roles with W.D. Cowls and the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation, where she built partnerships that drive local economic growth.
• Colleen Kucinski, Executive Director of The Literacy Project, has spent more than 25 years advancing educational access through leadership in higher education and philanthropy, including 18 years at Greenfield Community College and eight years at the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts.
• Mary Siano, a social worker and civic leader, has dedicated her career to community service and advocacy. She has served on local boards and committees including the Greenfield School Committee, the Community Health Center of Franklin County, The Literacy Project, and the League of Women Voters of the Greenfield Area. A longtime GCC volunteer and Annual Campaign Co-Chair, Siano continues to strengthen community engagement across Franklin County.
• Tim Grader, a real estate investor, broker, and property manager, is the owner of Cohn & Company Real Estate and Stillwater Real Estate Services. A Greenfield Community College alumnus, Grader brings a deep commitment to regional revitalization, historic preservation, and lifelong learning.

“Each of our new board members brings a unique perspective and a deep commitment to education, equity, and community well-being,” said Alexis Page, GCC Foundation Executive Director. “Together, we’re building on decades of local generosity and ensuring that GCC students have the support they need to thrive.”