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Our History
Meet Our Executive Director
Dr. Conley holds a B.S. in Elementary Education from Bucknell University, an M.S. in Special Education from Southern Connecticut State University, a certificate in Educational Leadership from Sacred Heart University, and an Ed.D. in Curriculum, Instruction, and Leadership from Northeastern University.
She has made significant contributions to the education landscape over the last 26 years.She has worked with student and adult learners in a variety of settings including as a college professor, director of curriculum and instruction, principal, consultant, teacher leader and conference presenter.
Meet the Board
Sarah Stone
President
Vice President
Lee Gaudette
Treasurer
Maureen Cohen
Secretary
Anthony Steele
Board Member at Large
Peter Bedigian
Board Member
Tara Bennett
Board Member
Paul Daigle
Board Member
James Hoban
Board Member
Chris Foley
Board Member
Kevin McIntyre
Board Member
The Blackstone Valley Education Foundation (BVEF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1999 to enrich education by forging strong connections between school districts, local businesses, and community partners. Originally a subcommittee of the Blackstone Valley Chamber of Commerce, BVEF has since evolved into an independent nonprofit dedicated to career-connected learning, workforce development, and leadership training for students across 15 member school districts in the Blackstone Valley region of Worcester County.
Based in Whitinsville, MA, BVEF works to provide students with early career exposure, hands-on learning experiences, mentorship opportunities, and leadership development programs. Our vision is to transform education to prepare students for the workforce and careers of tomorrow. We do this by integrating real-world problem-solving, employability skills, and industry partnerships into the learning process, ensuring that students are equipped to navigate their future careers with confidence.