We’re excited to share that April Pellegrino Gustafson has stepped into the role of Communications & Administrative Assistant at BCBS!
April recently celebrated her four-year anniversary with us—and in that time, she’s become a beloved part of our community. Whether she’s helping yogis, supporting staff, or simply showing up with her steady presence and kind smile, April brings care, warmth, and heart to everything she does.
She’s made a big impact behind the scenes—preparing the Dharma Hall, farmhouse, and yogi rooms to feel attuned, comfortable, and welcoming for everyone who visits. April managed the installation of our hybrid system, allowing us to offer hybrid retreats and expand access to study and practice for those who cannot be here in person. She’s taken on leadership of the Working Guest Program, a vital and much-loved part of BCBS, and will continue to manage it in her new role.
During the hiring process, April stood out for her thoughtfulness, humility, and deep connection to the BCBS mission. It was clear to all of us that this role was the right fit—and we’re so glad she said yes.
As April shared:
“I’ve grown so much during my time at BCBS, and I’m really honored to serve this community in a new way!”
She’ll fully transition into the position after finishing training her successor (who we’ll introduce in a future edition of Sangha News).
If you see her around, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating this next chapter. We’re deeply grateful for everything April brings to BCBS—and so happy she’ll continue to share her gifts in this new role.
