Meet our staff
Our team of professionals is here to serve your retirement needs. Our office hours are Monday through Friday 8am to 4pm. The office is open by appointment only for in-person transactions.
Sheila LaBarbera
Brian Shepard
Jill Hersey
Carmen Morales
Executive Director
Sheila has been with the BCRB since 1996 and resides in Pittsfield. Contact Sheila regarding pensions, disability pensions, scheduling seminars and retirement counseling.
Assistant Director
Brian started with us in December of 2021. He comes from a background in Financial Advising and Investing. He is a Graduate of MCLA with a major in Business Administration.
Retirement Coordinator
Jill came to the BCRB in August 2021, with a strong financial background, having worked in banking for over 14 years. She is an Elms College Graduate with a Bachelors Degree in Management & Marketing.
Retirement Coordinator
Carmen came to the BCRB in November 2025. She has previous experience in the Town of Great Barrington in the Select Board Office and in the Accounting Office. She also formerly worked for the City of Pittsfield. She resides in Dalton with her dog, Gideon. Carmen is from Puerto Rico and speaks fluent Spanish.