Dana serves as the Association Commissioner for Workforce Development. Brewster worked as an aide on Grays 2020 campaign for lieutenant governor. She can be reached at [email protected]. Rebecca Ramos, a lobbyist with the Necrason Group who previously worked as chief of staff for both Welch and Campbell, said her job involved helping the pro tem keep the trains running on time.. South Burlington, Vermont 05403, Copyright Vermont Business Magazine, 2014-2023. And that means creating order, and predictability and helping resolve conflict, and helping provide planning and a road map so that the Senate could be successful, she said. The president will present the Commander-in-Chiefs trophy to the Air Force Falcons during a ceremony But Wesley got her first introduction to the Statehouse much earlier in life. [21], As lieutenant governor, Gray virtually hosted classrooms at the Vermont State House so schoolchildren could experience being "lieutenant governor for a day". Andrew will begin serving as Chief of Staff on October 6, 2021. As the Deputy Commissioner for Administrative Services and Chief Financial Officer, Karen oversees the Departments human resources, employer relations, staff training, and leadership development. Our education reporter is Tiffany Pache. Our education reporter is Tiffany Pache. from Binghamton University. Florida Politics is a statewide, new media platform covering campaigns, elections, government, policy, and lobbying in Florida. from SUNY Buffalo School of Law. Gray started with Baystate in VTDigger publishes stories about Vermont environmental issues, including water quality, toxic waste, climate change and biodiversity. Education:Steve is an attorney and holds a law degree from University of Detroit, School of Law, as well as a B.S. [13] In August 2018, state Attorney General T. J. Donovan hired her as an assistant attorney general in the Criminal Division. Molly Gray selected Hazel Brewster as her chief of staff. It was network manager. Her goal is to ensure all New Yorkers are empowered with the right education, training and skills for the jobs of the future. In early 2020, Gray announced her candidacy for lieutenant governor. When she was in her 20s, Krowinski, the House speaker, served as former House Speaker Gaye Symingtons top aide in the Statehouse. The outdoor ceremony took place on the brides family farm overlooking the Connecticut River, where friends and loved ones gathered. Compared with other U.S. legislatures, the Vermont Statehouse has very few staff members. As the Acting Chief Technology Officer, Thildens mission is to continue to help drive transformation through the help of technology as well as our modernization strategy. While in college, she interned in U.S. So again, that's everything from the policy side, to the administration side, to the communications side and it's kind of an all-in-one deal, she said. [8], Gray announced her campaign for lieutenant governor in early 2020. Molly Gray launches campaign for U.S. House", "Vermont Democratic U.S. Rep. Peter Welch to seek Senate seat after Leahy retirement", "Vermont's Patrick Leahy says he will retire from the U.S. Senate", "Leahy Says He Voted for Molly Gray in U.S. House Primary", "Letters to the Editor (12/29/21): Gray's Day", "Letters to the Editor (12/29/21): Questions for Molly Gray", "Vermont's lieutenant governor ties the knot", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Molly_Gray&oldid=1151176890, Candidates in the 2022 United States House of Representatives elections, Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies alumni, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 22 April 2023, at 11:30. S-151 The Capitol, phone 224-2341, fax 224-7690 MICHAEL C. STENGER was nominated as the 41st Sergeant at Arms under For information about our guidelines, and access to the letter form, please McKinstry worked at AHCA for more than 20 years. Before working in the Senate, Wesley was the network manager at the Energy Action Network, an organization dedicated to expanding renewable energy use in the state. VTDigger regularly publishes stories about Vermont politics. 30 Apr 2023 07:19:49 PALMER Molly Gray, president and chief administrative officer of the Baystate Health Eastern Region, has announced her retirement, effective Oct. 9. In her role as the Acting Chief of Staff, Molly Streb works with the Commissioner and other members of the leadership team to execute key projects and initiatives across the agency. I joke with people [that] on its face, it really shouldn't work. Governor David Zuckerman is a father, husband, farmer, former legislator, and the 83rd Lt. SPRINGFIELD Molly Gray, Baystate Healths eastern region president and chief administrative officer, will retire on Oct. 9 after 34 years with the healthcare organization. He is a graduate of Tufts University and his work has also appeared in PBS NewsHour and The Christian Science Monitor. 30 Apr 2023 20:04:19 Chief and Council Chief Scott Martin Barnaby, Ali Councillor Barnaby, Annette Councillor Gedeon, Chad Councillor Isaac, Gordon Jr. Councillor Martin, Dr. Cathy Councillor Martin, George Councillor Metallic, Sky Councillor Metallic, Wendell Councillor Methot, Kevin Councillor As a result, Baystate Health Wing Hospital, complete with Baystate Health and Wellness Center Palmer, has positioned itself as a centerpiece of healthcare in the Eastern Region. Career Background:Prior to joining the Department of Labor, Jeanette worked for the US Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Assistance Division as an Attorney Advisor. She can be reached at [email protected]. He can be reached at [email protected]. Scott B. Melvinserves as the Executive Deputy Commissioner for the New York State Department of Labor. He can be reached at [email protected]. Her contributions have made an incredible difference for our work team and our community, said Marion McGowan, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Baystate Health. RT @KulganofCrydee: Labour storm brews as insiders predict Cabinet Office probe will rule talks with Sue Gray to make her chief of staff WERE kept secret in breach of Civil Service code. And Lt. Gov. After law school, she worked for the International Code of Conduct for Private Security Service Providers, an organization created to monitor the human rights compliance of private security contractors. VTDigger publishes Vermont business and economic news. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. She earned anundergrad degree from SUNY Buffalo and a J.D. 30 Apr 2023 21:49:05 [27][28] Gray was endorsed by former Vermont Governors Madeleine Kunin and Howard Dean, as well as Marcelle Leahy, Senator Leahy's wife. [19], Gray took office in January 2021, becoming the fourth woman to serve as Vermont's lieutenant governor[20] and the first Democrat to hold the office in 18 years. Vermonts lieutenant governor has tied the knot.Molly Rose Gray and Michael David Palm were married Saturday at the Four Corners Farm in Newbury, Vermont.The outdoor ceremony took place on the brides family farm overlooking the Connecticut River, where friends and loved ones gathered.Gray and the airline pilot met in Burlington after being introduced by mutual friends. There he oversaw the communications departments for all the state agencies. Town officials announced Friday that Hoyles final day on the job will be June 1, 2023, nearly two decades after he began serving with the Huntersville Police Department. Major General. Publisher: Peter Schorsch @PeterSchorschFL. RT @KulganofCrydee: Labour storm brews as insiders predict Cabinet Office probe will rule talks with Sue Gray to make her chief of staff WERE kept secret in breach of Civil Service code. pic.twitter.com/nscCFGWDNH. Recently, Baystate Wing was also nominated for the National Kenneth B. Schwartz Compassionate Caregivers of the Year award. Following his retirement, Major Barry Graham Phil Scott, U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy and the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh. Commissioner Reardon is a former member of the Board of Trustees for the AFTRA Health and Retirement Fund, as well as the New York City Labor Council. Education:Molly holds a B.A. Dr. Gray studied at UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS / AUSTIN CAMPUS / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE. How? 28, 2023 at 9:45 AM PDT | Updated: moments ago. You might be hearing their concerns and then conveying them over to the Senate president, or speaker or lieutenant governor, etc., Savage said. Copyright 2018 | BusinessWest | Website Developed by: BusinessTalk with with Mary Kay Wydra, president of the Greater Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau, Springfield Pride Parade to Host Inaugural You Ball Fundraising Gala, Dr. Shirley Jackson Whitaker Featured at Mill District Local Art Gallery, Massachusetts Broadband Institute Awards $5.1 Million to Baystate Health for Digital Equity, Its Time to Nominate an Individual for the Alumni Achievement Award, Planning for Small Business Growth: Three Strategies to Hit the Next Level. Molly Gray has hired a new chief of staff, effective immediately. In that role, she implemented multi-agency, statewide outreach efforts. [21] Gray discounted such speculation, saying she was focused on her work as lieutenant governor. Governor Molly Gray to host 'Seat at the Table' on equity in public health", "Commentary: Lt. Gov. As a prosecutor, Jacqueline worked on cases ranging from special victims to rackets to fraud, seeking justice for crime victims. In the November general election, she defeated Republican nominee Scott Milne, 51.3% to 44.2%, becoming the first Democrat to hold the office since Doug Racine left office in 2003. WebJennifer Gray is the Chief Financial Officer at Metrolinx. Many chiefs of staff come to the job early in their careers. In an interview for the position of Communications Specialist with the City of Las Vegas, she was given a simulation assessment for taking 9-1-1 calls. Molly Gray, her chief of staff said. While my time as Vermonts 82nd Lt. Accompanying the incoming leaders and legislators are three new chiefs of staff advisers who play an essential role in supporting the most powerful members of the Legislature. Others take on the chief of staff role with years of public policy experience under their belt. As lieutenant governor, Gray's primary job is to preside over the Senate. "My recent experience has been that the chief of staff to the speaker is a central political figure to help the speaker achieve their goals for Vermont," Giambatista said. Previously, Commissioner Reardon served as President of the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) from 2007-2012. 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WPTZ-TV. You're putting 180 people, many with no professional background in public policy, together for several months, asking them to tackle issues that are important to all Vermonters, pass a budget, and it works, he added. Kennedy, Krowinskis chief of staff, is also no stranger to the Statehouse. All rights reserved. He currently lives on his farm in Before that, Peter was an Emmy award winning tv journalist and News Operations Manager in the Capital Region. Career Background:Before joining DOL, Molly worked in the NYS Executive Chamber for five years; most recently as the Deputy Director of Scheduling and Operations. [34] According to Gray, they met in Burlington after being introduced by mutual friends. VTDigger publishes daily stories on health care. Molly Gray; To recover stronger, we have to listen to Vermonters", "Lt. Gov. Molly Gray has hired a new chief of staff, effective immediately. "It's an honor to join the Lieutenant Governor's Office, Gillespie said Molly Gray is committed to working hard on behalf of all Vermonters as the state strives to recover stronger from the pandemic, and I sharehercommitment to serving Vermonters and working to amplify their diverse experiences in Montpelier.". Elizabeth Hewitt covers the criminal justice system for VTDigger. HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - After 37 years in law enforcement, Huntersville Police Chief Bence Hoyle will retire later this year. Career Background:Susan has more than 20 years of experience in state government. [2] The farm is still owned and operated by the Gray family. Career Background: Odo has over 15 years of experience in the public sector, higher education, and the U.S. Navy. WebOffice of the Assistant Secretary for Policy (OASP) View the OASP Homepage Centers for Faith and Opportunity Initiative (CFOI) Office of Public Affairs (OPA) View the OPA Newsroom Office of Public Engagement (OPE) Director Taylor Barnes Lord 202-693-6455 Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental Affairs (OCIA) View the OCIA Homepage I think of my first responsibility to the people of Vermont and to having a background role in supporting legislation that is going to improve the lives of Vermonters in a really difficult time, in a pandemic context, she said. Gray and the airline pilot met in Burlington after being introduced by mutual friends. WebThank you for all your support. Jill R. Archambault oversees the Office of General Counsel which provides legal advice to the Labor Commissioner and the diverse programs of the DOL. Programs Coordinator Brice Turner Under her leadership, the team at Baystate Wing has been recognized for numerous achievements, including national recognition by the Lown Institute Hospitals Index for being one of the most socially responsible hospitals in America. [34] The wedding took place at the Gray family farm in Newbury. We look forward to our life together spent in this state we love so very much. Odo oversees the Division of Research and Statistics, the primary source of labor market information in New York State. It is with tremendous joy that I introduce my husband and Vermonts Second Gentleman, Mike Palm. Most recently,Gillespieworked as a legislative and regulatory analyst covering all 50 states andfocusedon policy issues rangingfrom cybersecurity to school nutrition. [11], While in college, Gray served as an intern in Patrick Leahy's Vermont office. But a review of lobbying records shows that McKinstry withdrew her lobbyist registration for AHCA on March 29 and registered to lobby for the Department of Children and Families two days later. Yesterday, Mike and I were married in a small ceremony on the farm in Newbury. We cover the states hospitals, the states psychiatric care system, the Green Mountain Care Board, insurers, state health care policy, Medicaid and Medicare. Molly Gray selected Hazel Brewster as her chief of staff. Career Background: Jerome began work with the Department in the Counsels Office in 1986, and has been with the Department in varying roles since then. Molly Gray, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist in Rising Star, TX. [17][18] Milne also admitted to not having voted in some elections, but characterized himself as a consistent voter and Gray as an inconsistent one. Education:Orville has a Masters of Business Administration and bachelors degree from SUNY Albany. As lieutenant governor, Grays primary job is to preside over the Senate. Elizabeth Hewitt covers the criminal justice system for VTDigger. He can be reached at [email protected]. Career Background:Lars has served New Yorks UI program in a variety of roles for the past 14 years. But these elected officials arent the only new faces that will be working in the virtual Statehouse this year. Stephen M. Geskey is the Associate Commissioner for Employment Security, Adjudication and Employer Liability Services. He noted that some chiefs can be more involved than others in helping Statehouse leaders advance their political strategies. On June 15, 2016, Commissioner Reardon was unanimously confirmed by the New York State Senate. Andrew Gillespie, who worked previously as a legislative and regulatory analyst, started the job Wednesday; his hiring was announced on Tuesday. VTDigger covers criminal justice issues including Vermont legal issues, Vermont courts and the Vermont Department of Corrections. Governor of Vermont. Career Background:Peter has extensive experience in public and private sector communications. VTDigger is now accepting letters to the editor. Career Background: Prior to her role at DOL, she was the founding Director of Community Workforce Programs at Montefiore Medical Center, leading community workforce development strategy and implementation. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Molly managed multiple New York State testing facilities in New York City. Aiming to strengthen and grow essential key health care services in the Eastern Region, Gray and her team worked to consolidate and relocate services. Sen. Becca Balint, D-Windham, hired Carolyn Wesley, 33, as her chief of staff. Washington, District of Columbia, United States. Molly Gray, Sir Keir Starmer has appointed Sue Gray as his chief of staff, prompting some Tory MPs to say her partygate inquiry was a "Labour stitch-up". We cover state elections, the Vermont Legislature, the governors office, state agencies and major political parties. Some states, including Massachusetts, Illinois and New Jersey, have more than or close to 1,000 staffers in their statehouses, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. Throughout her career, Jeanette has focused on empowering workers and assisting employers to understand labor laws. Our environmental reporter is Mike Polhamus. In this role, she Erin Mansfield is VTDiggers health care reporter. An effective chief of staff is involved in policy strategy, communications, and helping legislative leaders manage their time strategically, he said. Brewster, Grays chief of staff, worked as the scheduler and digital coordinator on the lieutenant governors 2020 campaign. Education:Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from Ithaca College where he also minored in music.