Krista Plante, Business and Grant Assistant
Kris began working at BDCC in October 2018. She lives in Brattleboro with her husband, Nicolas; cats, Pandora and Hazelnut; and dog, Tofu. While getting her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree…
Adam Grinold, Executive Director
A graduate of Wilmington High School, Adam received a BA with honors in History Education from Castleton State College in 1995. Adam was the general manager of his family business,…
Laura Sibilia, Director of Regional Economic Development Strategies and Programs
Laura, a Dover resident, came to BDCC in 2011 from her position as Executive Director of the Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce. She brings experience in building strategic plans…
Bobbi Kilburn , Director of Finance & Grant Management
Bobbi Kilburn joined BDCC in February, 2015 as its Grant & Project Manager, and in 2016 she transitioned into the role of Director of Finance & Grant Management. Prior to…
Alexander Beck, Workforce and Education Specialist
Alex Beck is a Brattleboro resident, and holds a MA in Service, Leadership, and Management from SIT Graduate Institute. He has extensive experience in community development, youth engagement, and social…
R.T. Brown, Windham County Economic Development Program (WCEDP) Project Manager
R.T. Brown has professional experience in online technologies, education, non-profit management, small business consulting, and ecosystem development. Areas of focus and interest include land use and planning, commercial real estate…
Kristin Brooks, Talent Specialist
Kristin is a Graduate of Keene State College earning a B.A. in Elementary Education and Sociology. She recently obtained her M.S. in Leadership and Human Resources from Northeastern University. Prior…
Jennifer Stromsten, Director of Programs
Jen is BDCC’s Director Programs. She leads the Targeted Expertise Recruitment & Retention Program and the SoVermont Marketing and Recruitment Project. Prior to joining the staff, Jen conducted grant-writing and…
James Walker, Real Estate Manager
After spending 10 years in the HVAC service industry, James joined the Mount Snow Resort Team, allowing him to expand his career to Facilities Management. Following his employment at Mount…
Sarah Lang, Southern Vermont Economy Project Manager and Young Professionals Coordinator
Sarah is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, recently earning a Masters in Regional Planning and Masters of Science in Sustainability Sciences. Prior to BDCC, she has spent…
Jessica Reynolds, Administrative and Office Specialist
Jessica is a life long Vermonter who grew up in Whitingham and Jacksonville in the Deerfield Valley. She is a 2006 graduate of Twin Valley High School. She comes to the BDCC after…
Christy Betit, Regional Community Based Education and Flexible Pathways Specialist
Christy is a seventh generation Vermonter and a graduate of the former Whitingham High School. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Theatre Arts from The University of…