Adirondack Economic Development Corporation staff celebrate Beverly Deso’s retirement at Downhill Grille in Saranac Lake. From left are Julia Chambers, project and grant administrator; Beverly Deso, comptroller; Victoria Duley, executive director; Stephanie Donaldson, entrepreneur program manager; and Steven Garneau, loan program manager. (Provided photo)

SARANAC LAKE — The Adirondack Economic Development Corporation, a nonprofit economic development organization located in Saranac Lake, is recognizing the retirement of Beverly Deso of Saranac Lake.

Deso worked diligently for the organization for more than 25 years, playing a key role in its success and growth during this time.

Deso graduated from high school in Ticonderoga and graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. She worked in accounting at several private firms and corporations across the region before arriving at AEDC. Throughout her extensive tenure within the organization, she consistently upheld an outstanding reputation for excelling in compliance and financial management.

Board of Directors Chair Robert J. Aiken commented, “I feel incredibly grateful for the privilege of having Beverly’s unwavering commitment to our organization. Her unique wit and remarkable contributions will be sorely missed.”

Executive Director Victoria Duley commented, “Beverly’s work at AEDC set an unprecedented bar of excellence and for length of service. She has been at the core of serving our mission here and left such a huge mark in all we do. We wish her the very best in a well-deserved retirement.”

In retirement, Deso plans to spend time in Ticonderoga and Saranac Lake, and more time watching two of her favorite sports: Formula One racing and Buffalo Bills football. She will continue attending her longtime church, St. Bernard’s in Saranac Lake.