Todd B. Speed has been promoted to Berkshire Bank’s vice president and director of investment strategy. 

In his new position, Speed will help drive investment strategy including security selection, asset allocation, identification of pertinent investment themes and implementation of risk management practices.  

Speed has more than 12 years of financial services and portfolio management experience.  Prior to joining Berkshire, Speed held analyst and management positions with Bainco International Investors, Center for Financial Research & Analysis and Deutsche Bank.  Speed earned a bachelor’s degree and MBA from Duke University.

"Todd Speed brings the integrity and experience for which our asset management/trust group has become known for in Berkshire County," said Berkshire President and CEO Michael P. Daly.  "Todd has tremendous experience in managing client relationships and will complement our growing asset management/trust group. We look forward to Todd’s contribution in this new role, enhancing the resources of our experienced professionals."