Berkshire Money Management Welcomes Financial Paraplanner

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DALTON, Mass. — Berkshire Money Management (BMM), a financial and retirement planning firm with offices in Dalton and Great Barrington, announced that Michael O'Brien has joined the team as a Financial Paraplanner.
 
Most recently, Mike worked in the insurance industry. He has a strong background in client service and financial planning, with experience helping high-net-worth individuals protect their assets and their futures. 
 
He is a licensed Property and Casualty Insurance agent and is currently studying for the Series 65 exam so he can advance into a junior advising role. 
 
At BMM, he is focused on supporting the Director of Financial Planning and learning how to deliver personalized service to the firm's clients.
 
"Success is a team sport," said Natalie Wheeler, Chief Operating Officer at Berkshire Money Management. "We're excited to see Mike bring his talents to the table and grow with us. Stay tuned for updates as he continues to hit the ground running."
 
A lifelong resident of Pittsfield, Mike is a former Mr. Taconic and 2024 graduate of the Berkshire Leadership Program and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a minor in Spanish from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, attending concerts, and spending time with his fiancée and extended family, and stays active with Jiu Jitsu, golf, and cheering on his favorite sports teams.
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Dance Fundraiser to Support Boston Children’s Hospital

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DALTON, Mass. -- Grooving for Good, a dance fund-raiser to benefit the Boston Children's Hospital, is scheduled for Friday, March 27, at the Stationery Factory.
 
The event will support local business owner Tony Riello, who will run April's Boston Marathon as part of the hospital's Miles for Miracles team.
 
March marks one year since Riello’s son, AJ, then 15, underwent open-heart surgery while awaiting a heart transplant at Boston Children’s Hospital. AJ received his transplant shortly after and is now thriving—back in school as a sophomore, looking forward to summer, and preparing for his junior year of high school.
 
The Riello family is committed to giving back to the hospital and community that supported them during their most difficult days.
 
“Boston Children’s saved AJ’s life,” the family shared. “We want to pay forward the love, expertise, and hope we received.”
 
Grooving For Good invites the community to celebrate, dance, and give back. Attendees may choose from two ticket options: $25 for dance party admission or $50 for Dance Marathon entry with a chance to compete for a $1,000 prize.
 
The evening will also feature raffles, a 50/50 drawing, and additional surprises to keep the energy high throughout the night.
 
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