Chamber Welcomes Four New Team Members

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The North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the addition of four new team members, reflecting continued growth and commitment to serving the regional business community.

Jessica Yakusik has joined the Chamber as Executive Assistant. In this role, Yakusik will provide board support and overall administrative tasks for the Chamber and its affiliates while also being the main point of contact for members.

With more than 11 years of operations and administrative experience, she comes to the Chamber from CapEx FSC, LLC, in Leominster, where she worked as Facilities and Support Operations Manager and oversaw daily office and warehouse operations. Prior to that, she spent nearly 12 years at Regional Home Care. A resident of Leominster, she is currently pursuing an associate’s degree in business administration at Mount Wachusett Community College. She can be reached at  or 978.353.7600 extension 222.

Jon Ashley joins the team as Marketing and Communications Manager. He will oversee the marketing and communications strategy across the Chamber and its affiliate organizations. Ashley will also play a key role in the new Fitchburg Tourism Destination Marketing District, which launched on January 1, 2026.

Ashley brings versatile experience in content creation, brand storytelling, and digital marketing. Most recently, he served as Sales Marketing and Business Development Manager at Celerity DCX (a Paragon UK company), where he led the creative strategy for global enterprise marketing. Prior to that, he was Associate Director of Marketing and Communications at Cushing Academy. A resident of Leominster, he holds a master’s degree in divinity from Boston University, and a bachelor’s degree in youth work from the University of Chester in the United Kingdom. He can be reached at  or 978.353.7600 extension 240.

 

“These four additions strengthen our ability to serve our members and advance the economy of North Central Massachusetts. Each brings unique skills and experience that will enhance our work across economic development, marketing, administration, and community engagement.”

– Roy Nascimento, President and CEO, North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce


Corina “Cory” Wells has joined the North Central Massachusetts Development Corporation (NCMDC) as Loan Operations Administrator. As the economic development arm of the Chamber, she will be responsible for managing NCMDC’s microlending and revolving loan fund operations, working with borrowers and lending partners, and ensuring compliance with program requirements and funding guidelines. Wells brings significant experience in operations management, lending, and grant-funded program administration. Most recently, she served as Energy Operations and Vendor Coordinator at Community Action of Pioneer Valley, where she oversaw more than $12 million in grant-funded weatherization and energy assistance programs. She has also held various lending roles at Middlesex Savings Bank.

A resident of Orange, Wells earned a master’s degree in business administration with a focus on community economic development, as well as a bachelor’s degree in international business, from Southern New Hampshire University. She is also a licensed real estate agent in Massachusetts and a Certified Volunteer Tax Preparer. Wells can be reached at  or 978.353.7600 extension 228.

Oriana Cabas Jimenez joined the Chamber as an intern for the Spring 2026 semester. Jimenez is a communications media major with a minor in graphic design at Fitchburg State University. As the Chamber has a longstanding partnership with FSU’s communications department, this internship will provide Jimenez with valuable professional experience. She will be working directly with the Chamber’s programs and events manager, and marketing manager, on various projects throughout the semester. Oriana can be reached at .