Council Leadership
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of Girl Scouts of Central & Western Massachusetts consists of a diverse group of volunteers who are community leaders and professionals. They are chosen by the Board Development Committee and elected by the voting members of the Council. The role of the Board of Directors is one of governance. Their responsibilities include strategic planning, fund development, appointment of the CEO, financial oversight, and interaction with the community.
GSCWM Officers
| President/Chair | Joan Bertrand |
| First Vice President | Casey Freeman |
| Second Vice President | Bonnie Walker |
| Secretary | Jennifer Johnson |
| Treasurer | Chris M. Mendoza DBA |
| Chief Executive Officer | Patricia Hallberg |
Members-at-Large
Melisa Alves
Carla Carten
Christine Cassidy
Devon W. Grierson
Adrienne Hall-Phillips
Amelia Holstrom
Amy Jamrog
Maryann C. Johnson
Dr. Shirley Konneh
Patricia Leary
Ryan Matson
Nicole Messier
Suzanne Sontgerath
Sheryl Zarozny
Girl Members-at-Large
Evelyn Bagley
Marguerite “Maggie” Kocsmiersky
Sophie Thompson
GSCWM Senior Managers
Suzanne Smiley, COO
Carole Steen, CFO
Deborah Mansfield, Director of Business Operations
Melanie Bonsu, Director of Development & Marketing/Communications
Monica Baldyga, Director of Membership
Sara Rowan, Senior Director, Girl Experience
