Annual Meeting & Volunteer Recognition Event

The GSCWM Annual Meeting takes place every spring and is where we all work together with the vision to continue providing exceptional programs and experiences for girls.

The annual meeting includes the board chair’s report, the CEO’s state of the council address, council updates, important votes, and election of board members. All GSCWM members 14 years of age and older are encouraged to participate as voting members at the Annual Meeting.  It’s a great way to engage in the business of our organization and to get a first look at the annual report. Older Girl Scouts are encouraged to join!

Volunteer Recognition Event

Before and after the business meeting, we honor the many contributions and accomplishments of our adult volunteers, including those who have reached membership and service milestones and those receiving national awards for their exceptional and tireless dedication to Girl Scouting. Friends and family are invited to join the celebration!  
Contact us at info@gscwm.org or 413-584-2602 with any questions.

Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Event
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Castle of Knights, Chicopee, MA
2:00 – 5:00 PM

2026 Annual Meeting Annoucement Package

Minutes of GSCWM Annual Meeting, May 18, 2025

GSCWM Annual Report 2025

Photos of the 2026 Annual Meeting & Volunteer Appreciation Event

Photos of the 2025 Annual Meeting & Volunteer Appreciation Event

Photos of the 2024 Annual Meeting & Volunteer Appreciation Event

Photos of the 2023 Annual Meeting & Volunteer Appreciation Event

Schedule for the Day toggle arrow

1:30 pm Registration & Lunch

2:15 pm Opening Ceremony

2:30 pm Recognition of Membership* Milestones

3:30 pm Annual Meeting Call to Order

4:00 pm Award Presentations

4:55 pm Closing Ceremony

*Membership Anniversaries will be recognized for those reaching 20+ year milestones.

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GSCWM Board of Directors – Officers

(Two-year Term, 2026 – 2028)

President/Board Chair – Nicole Messier toggle arrow

Nicole Messier is the Program Manager for a classified program at Raytheon Technologies in which she is responsible for $15M in annual revenue. She was previously the Maritime Portfolio Business Manager for Raytheon’s Space and Airborne Systems where she oversaw a team of four financial analysts and $200M in annual revenue. She has earned multiple team and personal awards for her creative approaches to financial processes. Nicole is an 8-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force where she worked as Base Finance Manager and served overseas. Nicole earned her Master’s Degree in Management with a concentration in Accounting from Worcester State University. She has volunteered with many organizations that include the American Red Cross, Worcester youth sports, and many animal-related causes. Originally from Minersville, PA, Nicole resides in Shutesbury, MA with her husband, son and two Australian Shepherds. When not working, she can be found spending time gardening, hiking, bird-watching, and teaching herself how to play the guitar. Nicole is completing her first term with the GSCWM Board of Directors, has served as the First Vice President and President since September 2023.

First Vice President – Christine Cassidy toggle arrow

Christine Cassidy is a retired corporate and marketing communications professional. She previously served as the Chief Communications Officer for Fallon Health in Worcester. In that role she was responsible for the organization’s internal and external communications functions, as well as its community engagement and charitable giving. Christine is a member of the Board of Directors for the Greater Worcester Community Foundation and an Emerita member of the Leadership Council for the United Way of Central Massachusetts’ Women’s Initiative. She is a past Chair of the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and served as Chair of the 2015 and 2016 Worcester Women’s Leadership Conference. Additionally, she was recognized in 2008 by the Girl Scouts of Central and Western MA as a Woman of Distinction, selected by the YWCA of Central MA as its 2017 recipient of the Katharine F. Erskine Award in Business and Law, and in 2019 named as one of the Worcester Business Journal’s Outstanding Women in Business. She graduated summa cum laude from Becker College where she received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Christine has completed one term on the GSCWM Board of Directors.

Second Vice President – Roberta McCulloch-Dews toggle arrow

Roberta McCulloch-Dews Roberta McCulloch-Dews is the Vice President of Marketing at Greylock Federal Credit Union. A communications professional with more than 25 years of multi-industry experience, Roberta began her career as a newspaper journalist in 2000, and later transitioned to marketing communications/public relations, higher education, and local government. She most recently served as the Director of Administrative Services and Public Information Officer within the Office of the Mayor for the City of Pittsfield in western Massachusetts for nearly eight years. Roberta has a bachelor’s degree in Print Journalism from New York University and a master’s degree in Social and Public Policy from SUNY Empire.

Treasurer – Sheryl Zarozny toggle arrow

Sheryl Zarozny is Founder & CEO of A3 Management Consulting, serving the health insurance and provider sectors, and currently acts as a fractional SVP of Customer Success for a healthcare technology company. With more than 30 years of experience, she is a strategic advisor and operations executive known for leading, scaling, and transforming organizations from startups to multimillion-dollar enterprises. Her expertise spans both operational and technology domains, with a focus on improving healthcare delivery. In addition to her role as Treasurer of GSCWM, Sheryl is the immediate past President of the Healthcare Businesswomen’s MetroWest chapter. She also advises the Macgregor Communications Boston Project Management Summit and is a member of CHIEF and Women Business Leaders in Healthcare. She holds a BS in Business Administration from Bryant University and an MBA from Assumption University. She mentors freshman college students at Bryant University in the IDEA design thinking program as well as college senior women in the Women in Leadership course. She lives in Shrewsbury with her husband and has a son and two daughters.

Secretary – Ryan Matson toggle arrow

Ryan Matson is an Insurance Producer with Braley Wellington Insurance Group in Worcester, Ma. He is the Secretary on the GSCWM Board of Directors, the chair of the GSCWM Fund Development Committee, and a member of the Board Development Committee. He was a member of the 2018 Forty under 40 class in the Worcester Business Journal. Ryan resides in Worcester where he attended and graduated from Assumption College. This will be Ryan’s fifth term on the GSCWM Board of Directors. He previously served on GSCWM’s Board Development Committee.

GSCWM Board of Directors – Members-at-Large

(Two-year Term, 2026 – 2028)

Jennifer Cluett toggle arrow

Jennifer Cluett has worked at Worcester Polytechnic Institute for more than 25 years and currently serves as the Associate Vice-President for Enrollment Management & Dean of Admissions at WPI. She is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of new undergraduate students. She also serves as a member of the University's inaugural Staff Council. Jennifer was a Girl Scout for seven years and later served as a Brownie troop leader while a college student at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. A resident of Charlton, Jennifer is married and has three children. Her passions include all things Disney and jigsaw puzzles.

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Lyn Farris has held an investment portfolio management role since 2006. She joined the Hanover’s investment team in 2022 as Vice President of Surplus and Risk Assets. Prior to that role, she was Principal Investment Officer of Fixed Income for the State of Connecticut Treasurer’s Office, a Portfolio Manager at Cigna, and a Portfolio Strategist at Prime Advisors (now part of SunLife Capital). She has extensive experience managing multiple asset classes and investment strategies at a whole portfolio level while incorporating short-term and long-term economic outlooks. In 2021, she was named one of Institution Investor’s Rising Stars and one of Chief Investment Officer’s Next Generation Rising Stars. She graduated from the University of Connecticut Honors Program summa cum laude with degrees in actuarial science and economics. She has both her CFA charter and CIPM credential. She serves on the CFA Society Hartford Board of Directors and serves on the Finance Committee of the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts. She also cofounded Women in Investments in Hartford and participates with Girls Who Invest and Insurance Women’s Investment Network.

Dr. Donna Hodge toggle arrow

Dr. Donna Hodge is the 12th President of Fitchburg State University and the first woman to lead the institution in its 132-year history. A first-generation college graduate, she brings more than two decades of leadership in public higher education, with a focus on access, equity, and student success. Her commitment to leadership began early as a Girl Scout Brownie in Troop 532, where her mother served as troop leader. Those early experiences shaped her lifelong belief in the power of opportunity and community. In 2025, she returned as a speaker at the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts Gold and Silver Awards. Dr. Hodge serves on several regional and national boards and holds a Ph.D. in Rhetoric, master’s degrees in English and Women’s Studies, and executive certificates from MIT and Harvard’s Graduate School of Education.

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Kimberly McCullen serves as Associate Director for Workforce Development at the College of the Holy Cross, where she is dedicated to helping employees thrive through strategic learning and development initiatives. A certified CliftonStrengths coach, Kim is passionate about unlocking individual and team potential in the workplace. Beyond her professional role, Kim is a committed volunteer and advocate within the pediatric cancer community. She holds a Master’s degree in Nonprofit Management from Northeastern University and a certification in HR Practices from Cornell University. With a strong interest in board governance and organizational development, Kim is eager to support smaller nonprofits in building sustainable, people-centered practices to help serve those at the core of their mission. Kim is honored to continue her service on the Board of Directors for GSCWM for another term.

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Chris Schwantner is the Chief Engineer of Television for New England Public Media (WGBY-TV) in Springfield. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from SUNY Plattsburgh. Originally from Rochester, NY, he has lived in South Hadley with his family for 28 years. Chris previously served on the board of directors for the Girl Scouts of Western Massachusetts and then on the GSCWM board after serving on the committee that merged the three central and western councils of Massachusetts in 2008.

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Stefanie Silva is the Director of Programs and Events for the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce. Prior to her role at the Chamber, Stefanie was the Sales and Catering Manager at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel. From 2005-2017 Stefanie worked for Outback Steakhouse, Bloomin Brands, as the Regional Director of Training, overseeing the training and operations of over 100 restaurants and new store openings in the Northeast territory. Born and raised in Worcester, Stefanie attended Worcester Public Schools and continued her education at Westfield State and Worcester State University. She currently serves on the Advisory Committee on the Status of Women for the City of Worcester. Stefanie lives in the city with her husband Clessio and son Luca.

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Christina Walker serves as the Marketing Project Officer at Greylock Federal Credit Union, where she helps bring product awareness, financial education and community programs to life in meaningful, accessible ways. With a blend of project management and creative insight, Christina oversees campaign implementation, collaborates with internal teams and local partners, and ensures that every marketing effort reflects the credit union’s commitment to serving its community. A former Girl Scout of many years, she developed an early commitment to service, leadership, and teamwork and has volunteered with Cradles to Crayons, Habitat for Humanity and various local organizations. Christina holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Providence College.

Board Development Committee

(Two-year Term, 2026 - 2028)

Jennifer Cluett toggle arrow

Sara Flynn toggle arrow

Sara Flynn is a Director within Fidelity Heath at Fidelity Investments. She has been with Fidelity 10 years in various product and client-facing roles. She received her bachelor’s degree from Assumption University and a master’s degree in health care administration from Worcester State University. Sara is passionate about volunteering her time and advocating for others. Focusing on inclusivity and accessibility, Sara created and led an eight-week course on creating accessible products for Fidelity clients. She recently volunteered on the Town of Leicester Master Plan Committee. Her passion lies in creating spaces where all individuals, regardless of background or ability, feel empowered to lead and succeed. As a former Girl Scout, Sara spent a lot of time at Girl Scout camp – an experience she says helped shape her into a confident, values-driven leader. Sara looks forward to supporting the Girl Scout mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

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GSCWM Board of Directors – Officers
(Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

President/Board Chair – Nicole Messier toggle arrow

Nicole is the Program Manager for a classified program at Raytheon in which she is responsible for $10M in annual revenue. She was previously the Maritime Portfolio Business Manager for Raytheon’s Space and Airborne Systems where she oversaw a team of four financial analysts and $200M in annual revenue. She has earned multiple team and personal awards for her creative approaches to financial processes. Nicole is an 8-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force where she worked as Base Finance Manager and served overseas. Nicole earned her Master’s Degree in Management with a concentration in Accounting from Worcester State University. She has volunteered with many organizations that include the American Red Cross, Worcester youth sports, and many animal-related causes. Originally from Minersville, PA, Nicole resides in Shutesbury, MA with her husband, son and two Australian Shepherds. When not working, she can be found spending time gardening, hiking, bird-watching, and teaching herself how to play the guitar. Nicole is completing her first term with the GSCWM Board of Directors, has served as the First Vice President and President since September 2023.

First Vice President – Christine Cassidy toggle arrow

Christine is a Senior Vice President and the Chief Communications Officer for Fallon Health in Worcester. She is responsible for the organization’s internal and external communications functions, as well as its community engagement and charitable giving. Christine is the Immediate Past Chair of the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, a member of the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation, a member of the Greater Worcester Community Foundation’s Development and Communications Committee, and an Emerita member of the Leadership Council for the United Way of Central Massachusetts’ Women’s Initiative. Additionally, she was recognized in 2008 by the Girl Scouts of Central and Western MA as a Woman of Distinction, chaired the 2015 and 2016 Worcester Women’s Leadership Conference, selected by the YWCA of Central MA as its 2017 recipient of the Katharine F. Erskine Award in Business and Law, and in 2019 named as one of the Worcester Business Journal’s Outstanding Women in Business. She graduated summa cum laude from Becker College where she received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Christine has completed one term on the GSCWM Board of Directors.

Second Vice President – Roberta McCulloch-Dews toggle arrow

Roberta is Vice President of Marketing for Greylock Federal Credit Union. She previously served as Director of Administrative Services within the Office of the Mayor and Public Information Officer for the City of Pittsfield. Roberta has a bachelor’s degree in Print Journalism from New York University and a master’s degree in Social and Public Policy and an Advanced Certificate in Project Management from SUNY Empire. Roberta has completed one term on the GSCWM Board of Directors and the Board Development Committee.

Treasurer – Sheryl Zarozny toggle arrow

Sheryl is Vice President Advisory Client Partner with Optum. With over 30 years’ experience in the health insurance and medical provider industry, Sheryl is an innovative and results-oriented executive and strategic thought leader with extensive experience in both operational and information technology domains committed to making healthcare work better.

In addition to her role as the Treasurer of the GSCWM, Sheryl is the President of the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Metro West chapter and a member of the board of advisors for the Macgregor Communications Boston Project Management Summit. She is a member of CHIEF a private network for executive women to maximize leadership impact.

Sheryl has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Bryant University and an MBA from Assumption University. Sheryl has mentored college freshmen at Bryant University for several years in the freshman IDEA design thinking program as well as a mentor for college seniors in the Women in Leadership course. Sheryl resides in Shrewsbury, MA with her husband and has a son and two daughters.

Secretary – Ryan Matson toggle arrow

Ryan is an Insurance Producer with Braley Wellington Insurance Group in Worcester, Ma. He is the Secretary on the GSCWM Board of Directors, the chair of the GSCWM Fund Development Committee, and a member of the Board Development Committee. He was a member of the 2018 Forty under 40 class in the Worcester Business Journal. Ryan resides in Worcester where he attended and graduated from Assumption College. This will be Ryan’s fourth term on the GSCWM Board of Directors and third term on the Board Development Committee.

GSCWM Board of Directors – Members-at-Large
(Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

Elizabette Batista toggle arrow

Elizabette is the Superintendent of Public Works for the City of Chicopee where she oversees nine departments and over 200 employees. She is a registered Professional Civil Engineer in the state of Massachusetts and has a combined 18 years’ experience in Consulting and Public Works management. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Northeastern University. She also serves as the President of the Board for the Portuguese Community Cultural Association as well as an active Board member for the Gremio Lusitano (Portuguese) Club, both in Ludlow. Elizabette resides in Ludlow with her family where she enjoys the strong presence of the Portuguese Culture that she grew up with.

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Jennifer Cluett has worked at Worcester Polytechnic Institute for more than 25 years and currently serves as the Associate Vice-President for Enrollment Management & Dean of Admissions at WPI. She is responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of new undergraduate students. She also serves as a member of the University's inaugural Staff Council. Jennifer was a Girl Scout for seven years and later served as a Brownie troop leader while a college student at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. A resident of Charlton, Jennifer is married and has three children. Her passions include all things Disney and jigsaw puzzles.

Meagen Donoghue toggle arrow

Meagen is Executive Director at the Fitchburg Redevelopment Authority where she works across public, private, and corporate sectors to improve conditions within the community. She is very active in her community serving as board president for the Massachusetts Economic Development Council, a board member for Making Opportunity Count and alumni board member as well as an alumni admissions volunteer at Elmira College. She holds a Masters of Regional Planning from UMASS Amherst, a Masters of Science, Higher Education from Syracuse University and a BA from Elmira College.

Cortney Lima toggle arrow

Cortney is the Associate Director of Admission, DEI coordinator at College of the Holy Cross. She is responsible for initiatives and programming that support marginalized populations through the college admissions process. As the first one in her family to go to college, access to education is important to her. She has presented numerous times on college access for first-generation students at the New England Association for College Admission Counseling Annual Meeting Conference and at the national level at National Association for College Admission Counseling, Guiding the Way to Inclusion Conference. She graduated from Assumption College with a degree in Mathematics in 2013 and went on to earn a Masters of Higher Education from Northeastern University in 2019. She currently resides in Pawtucket, RI.

Kimberly McCullen toggle arrow

Kimberly is a Workforce Development Specialist at College of the Holy Cross where she provides organizational development support to meet the College’s needs with a specific focus on DEI. She develops strategies for innovation and engagement with employees and community partners. Kimberly serves on the board of Sophia’s Fund and is a volunteer lead counselor at Camp Sunshine, a retreat for families who have a child with a life-threatening illness. She holds a Masters of Science degree from Northeastern University and a certificate in Diversity and Inclusion for HR from Cornell University.

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Chris is the Chief Engineer of Television for New England Public Media (WGBY-TV) in Springfield. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from SUNY Plattsburgh. Originally from Rochester, NY, he has lived in South Hadley with his family for 26 years. Chris previously served on the board of directors for the Girl Scouts of Western Massachusetts and then on the GSCWM board after serving on the committee that merged the three central and western councils of Massachusetts in 2008.

Stefanie Silva toggle arrow

Stefanie is the Director of Programs and Events for the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce. Prior to her role at the Chamber, Stefanie was the Sales and Catering Manager at the Sheraton Framingham Hotel. From 2005-2017 Stefanie worked for Outback Steakhouse, Bloomin Brands, as the Regional Director of Training, overseeing the training and operations of over 100 restaurants and new store openings in the Northeast territory. Born and raised in Worcester, Stefanie attended Worcester Public Schools and continued her education at Westfield State and Worcester State University. She currently serves on the Advisory Committee on the Status of Women for the City of Worcester. Stefanie lives in the city with her husband Clessio and son Luca.

GSCWM Board of Directors – Girl Members-at-Large (non-voting)
(Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

Finn Albiston toggle arrow

Finn is going into their first year as a Girl Scout Senior. They joined as a Girl Scout Daisy and enjoy working with younger Girl Scouts. They have been helping younger troops for about three years, presently helping with a first and second year Daisy troop and a second year Brownie troop, as well as assisting leaders with events in their Service Unit. Finn is a member of GSCWM’s Girl Advisory Board, and a member of their service units’ Older Girl Scout Council. They have earned numerous leadership awards, including all LiA (Leadership in Action) awards, the Torch Award, the Cadette Community Service and Service to Girl Scouts bars, and the Gold Presidential Volunteer Service Award having completed over 250 hours of community service this year. They are a Bronze and a Silver Award Girl Scout.

Board Development Committee
(Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

Ryan Matson toggle arrow

Roberta McCulloch-Dews toggle arrow

Voting & Proxy Information toggle arrow

We welcome and encourage every current member, age 14 and over, to attend the GSCWM annual meeting in person. However, we realize it is not feasible for everyone. In order to ensure you have the opportunity to be represented and we can accomplish the business before us, we provide an option for members to appoint a Proxy to vote on their behalf at the annual meeting.

For more information and to download the proxy form, click here.

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Lunch will be served 1:30-2:15pm

Buffet Lunch

Chef’s Speciality Soup Du Jour
Seasonal Mixed Greens with Italian & Ranch Dressings
Rigatoni Carbonara with Prosciutto, Garden Peas
Penne with Tomato Basil Sauce
Sautéed Chicken with Spinach and Caramelized Onions
Sliced Sirloin of Beef with Cabernet Reduction
Chef’s Vegetables
Assorted Rolls & Butter
Chef’s Dessert Table
Coffee, Tea, Decaf Station

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Directions to Castle of Knights

1599 Memorial Drive, Chicopee, MA

Take exit 5 (Rt 33) off the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90). After the toll booth, bear to the right to the first traffic light. Turn left on Memorial Drive and travel north about two miles. Castle of Knights will be on your right.

Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Event Sunday, May 17, 2026 Castle of Knights, Chicopee, MA 2:00 – 5:00 PM

GSCWM Board of Directors – Officers

(Two-year Term, 2026 – 2028)

GSCWM Board of Directors – Members-at-Large

(Two-year Term, 2026 – 2028)

Board Development Committee

(Two-year Term, 2026 - 2028)

GSCWM Board of Directors – Officers (Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

GSCWM Board of Directors – Members-at-Large (Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

GSCWM Board of Directors – Girl Members-at-Large (non-voting) (Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

Board Development Committee (Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

Buffet Lunch

Directions to Castle of Knights

1599 Memorial Drive, Chicopee, MA

Take exit 5 (Rt 33) off the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90). After the toll booth, bear to the right to the first traffic light. Turn left on Memorial Drive and travel north about two miles. Castle of Knights will be on your right.

Annual Meeting and Volunteer Recognition Event
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Castle of Knights, Chicopee, MA
2:00 – 5:00 PM

GSCWM Board of Directors – Officers
(Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

GSCWM Board of Directors – Members-at-Large
(Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

GSCWM Board of Directors – Girl Members-at-Large (non-voting)
(Two-year Term, 2024-2026)

Board Development Committee
(Two-year Term, 2024-2026)