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wbjournal.com | May 18, 2026 | Worcester Business Journal 11 leading Berkshire has been growing with the company and watching it happen. e company's family-oriented culture extends to its employees through flexible scheduling and accommodating individual needs, Rozzen said. Inside the Worcester headquarters, Berkshire's designers and developers research international trends and conduct in-store analysis to better understand customer preferences. Teams then collaborate on which products best align with consumer demand and company standards. "Some designs can never make it to the store," said Carrozza. "It's decided that the customer might not want them." Once finalized in Worcester, product designs are sent to Philip Purcell, Vice President, Commercial Lending Ana Hoyler, Assistant Vice President, Commercial Lending Whether you're buying your first multi-unit property or growing your portfolio, All One Credit Union is here to help with all your needs. Our experienced commercial lending team provides flexible loans and lines of credit designed for investment properties, from triple-deckers to larger multi-family buildings. With competitive rates, terms up to 25 years, and financing for up to 75% of the property's value, we make smart real estate investments happen. Call 800-649-4646 or email CommercialLending@all-onecu.com to learn more. (800) 649-4646 | all-onecu.com Leominster | Clinton | Holden | North Leominster | Sterling | Worcester NMLS# 517287 All your investment property plans. One credit union can make them a reality. Christina Carrozza, design director at Berkshire Blanket Holly Rozzen, VP of product development and packaging at Berkshire Blanket manufacturing partners in China, where Berkshire incorporates what Rozzen described as the company's unique secret sauce through adjustments to yarn size, weight, and finishing. "e small details are what makes Berkshire's products different from another company's," Rozzen said. Berkshire's products are sold through retailers including Target and Meijer, and the company partners with brands such as Life is Good and Draper James. As part of its Worcester expansion, Berkshire plans to deepen its involvement with local nonprofit organizations. e company already partners with nonprofits like Abby's House in Worcester, where the company donated blankets and robes. Maddalene is proud of Berkshire's longstanding partnership with e Water Project, a nonprofit focused on expanding access to clean water in Sub-Saharan Africa. Donations supporting the organization come through sales of Berkshire's Ecoread product line. Although the company manufactures its products globally, particularly in China, Berkshire Blanket designs its products at its Worcester headquarters. W