Finance Committee

  • Asset Management
  • Financial Reporting-Income & Expense Management
  • Budget Oversight
  • Cashflow Management
  • Loan Fund
  • Internal Controls
  • Audit & Compliance
  • Risk Management

The goal of the committee is to ensure the organization’s long-term financial stability by strengthening sustainable and predictable revenue streams, providing clear and timely financial planning, and upholding rigorous financial management practices that support compliance, transparency, and organizational growth.

Chair: Treasurer- Chris Keyser,  CSK Consulting

 

Business Development Committee

  • Hub CoWorks Development
  • Local Development Projects
  • State & Local Legislation
  • Large Employers
  • CEDRR Properties

The goal of the committee is to drive regional economic growth in alignment with state economic development priorities by strengthening key assets like HUB Co Works/Quality Lane, advancing major development initiatives, and leveraging strategic property investments to support downtown transitions and sustained regional vitality.

Chair: Russ Marsan, Founder of Workforce In Motion

Marketing & Community Engagement

  • Events
  • Community Connections
  • Membership
  • Real Rutland
  • Marketing (All encompassing- Real Rutland, CEDRR, Start-up Rutland, 112 Quality, The Hub etc)
  • Fundraising/Sponsorships

The goal of the committee is to expand CEDRR’s impact and visibility by elevating signature events, deepening member and sponsor engagement, expanding and diversifying membership, and leveraging partnerships that drive Rutland County’s growth. Enhance community awareness through cohesive marketing, support newcomer integration, and position CEDRR as the region’s central connector for opportunity and momentum.

Chair: Chrispin White, Member Services & Events Manager at CEDRR

Small Business & Municipality Committee

  • Trade Industry
  • Workforce Development/Housing
  • Small Business Support
  • Municipality Support
  • Non-Profit Support
  • MINT Relationship
  • Start Up Rutland- Tech Industry

The goal of this committee is to enhance community and economic development through robust support of the trade industry, expanded workforce training initiatives via The Mint, and improved access to resources and capital for small businesses. Maintain ongoing backing for the technology sector, foster business growth, and strengthen collaboration with local municipalities to ensure coordinated regional assistance.

Chair: Sarah Furman, Executive Director of CEDRR

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