Biography

Karyn Polito, an independent Director of the Company since 2023, is the Principal of Polito Development Corporation, a commercial and industrial real estate development firm. She served as Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts from 2015 to 2023, alongside Governor Charlie Baker. Prior to her election as Lieutenant Governor, Ms. Polito was a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and a Partner at Milton, Laurence & Dixon, LLP. She serves as an Independent Director for Berkshire Hills Bancorp, Inc (NYSE:BHLB), where she serves on Risk Management, Capital & Compliance Committee as well as the Corporate Responsibility & Culture Committee. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Boston College and a Juris Doctor from New England Law. Ms. Polito brings to the Board a wealth of experience across the public and private sectors, a proven record on environmental issues, and will provide valuable insights in key areas including government, regulatory and public affairs.