Experience

Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce--New Britain, Berlin

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & CEO

  • Jul 2019 - Present



Greater New Britain Chamber of Commerce

• New Britain, CT

• President and CEO

  • Jul 2019 - Present



Organization Dynamics, LLC

• Principal

  • Jan 2003 - Present

  Senior partner of a company that provides professional resources that enhance the ability of business leadership organizations to successfully pursue their missions. Responsible for new business development, strategic planning, development and implementation of marketing plans, client follow-up to ensure strategies are being properly instituted. In addition, responsibilities include managing Trade Associations on a client basis. Responsibilities also include budget development and implementation Show less



Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & CEO

  • Jan 2016 - Jul 2019

   I am the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Spokesman and Chief Lobbyist for largest business organization in Washington County, VT. As such, I represent the Central Vermont business community on various boards and commissions. My position requires that I provide strategic leadership for Board of Directors. I also provide day-to-day operational leadership for organization. I have identified and developed new programming for the organization. I am responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of the Chamber's technology platforms. Show less

• President & Ceo

  • Jan 2016 - Jul 2019



Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber

• Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

• CEO

  • Jun 2012 - Nov 2013

  Chief Executive Officer, Chief Staff Officer, Chief Lobbyist and Corporate Spokesman for largest business organization in Luzerne County, PA. Reported to the volunteer Board of Directors. Responsibilities included preparing, implementing and monitoring the Annual Budget and presenting it to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors; preparing and monitoring monthly financial reports; preparing the Annual Plan of Action, recruiting, training and hiring employees. Directed Economic Development activities for The Chamber. Directed the association’s legislative program and provided lobbying services on the local, state and national levels. Was responsible for identifying, recruiting and motivating volunteers. Also responsible for identifying and earning non-dues income for the association and increasing membership in the association. Show less



Curtin Transportation

• Interim Manager

  • Jul 2010 - Jul 2011

  Providing special needs transportation services, livery services, and Yellow Cab services throughout Connecticut. Providing special needs transportation services, livery services, and Yellow Cab services throughout Connecticut.



CT School Transportation Association

• Executive Director

  • Jun 2004 - Mar 2010

  Chief Executive Officer, Chief Staff Officer, Chief Lobbyist and Corporate Spokesman for school transportation association. Reported to the volunteer Board of Directors. Responsibilities included preparing, implementing and monitoring the Annual Budget and presenting it to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors; preparing and monitoring monthly financial reports; preparing the Annual Plan of Action, recruiting, training and hiring employees. Directed the association’s legislative program and provided lobbying services on the local, state and national levels. Was responsible for identifying, recruiting and motivating volunteers. Also responsible for identifying and earning non-dues income for the association and increasing membership in the association. Show less



Connecticut Associated Builders and Contractors

• President

  • Nov 1997 - Dec 2002

  Chief Executive Officer, Chief Staff Officer, Chief Lobbyist and Corporate Spokesman for construction trade association. Reported to the volunteer Board of Directors. Responsibilities included preparing, implementing and monitoring the Annual Budget and presenting it to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors; preparing and monitoring monthly financial reports; preparing the Annual Plan of Action, recruiting, training and hiring employees. Directed the association’s legislative program and provided lobbying services on the local, state and national levels. Was responsible for identifying, recruiting and motivating volunteers. Responsible for identifying and earning non-dues income for the Chapter, increasing membership in the association. • Grew Chapter membership from 113 members to 225 members in five years. • Increased revenues by 250% in five years. • Successfully implemented strict financial controls resulting in significant savings for the Chapter. • Successfully lobbied on construction issues in the General Assembly, on the municipal and national levels. • Provided employee relations advice to Chapter members. • Identified new programs for the Chapter and increased attendance at all functions. • Created new marketing opportunities for contractors, suppliers and others interested in the construction industry. Show less



Chamber of Commerce of Southeastern Connecticut

• President

  • Aug 1988 - Oct 1997

  Chief Executive Officer, Chief Staff Officer, Chief Lobbyist and Corporate Spokesman for the largest regional business organization in Southeastern Connecticut. Responsible for day-to-day operation of the Chamber. Responsibilities included preparing, implementing and monitoring the Annual Budget and presenting it to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors; preparing and monitoring monthly financial reports; preparing the Annual Plan of Action, recruiting, training and hiring employees. Identified new programs to increase non-dues revenue. Grew membership during a severe economic recession. Led several economic development initiatives. Worked with divergent interests. Helped to create regional marketing plans for the County. • Grew Chamber membership from 179 to more than 650 during a period of severe economic recession. • Increased revenues by 150% during a period of severe economic recession. • Successfully lobbied on business issues before the General Assembly, federal agencies and Congressional Committees, and on the municipal level. • Chaired the group that successfully overturned the recommendations to the U.S Base Realignment and Closure Commission to close the U.S. Naval Submarine Base in Groton, CT (1993, 1995). Team leader for the successful effort to save the base in 2005. • Instrumental in the development of and later chaired the regional economic development authority, working with multiple variant interests. Show less



Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce

• Vice President and General Manager

  • Feb 1984 - Aug 1988

  Responsible for day-to-day operation of the largest business organization in Rhode Island. As chief lobbyist, directed the activities of three other lobbyists and represented the business community on the local, state and federal levels. Effectively established a grassroots network to lobby on behalf of the business community. Directed the Chamber’s educational and membership development programs Responsible for day-to-day operation of the largest business organization in Rhode Island. As chief lobbyist, directed the activities of three other lobbyists and represented the business community on the local, state and federal levels. Effectively established a grassroots network to lobby on behalf of the business community. Directed the Chamber’s educational and membership development programs



U.S. Chamber of Commerce

• Government Relations Services
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Legislative Affairs Manager

  • Sep 1979 - Feb 1984

  Developed and directed a ten-state grassroots-lobbying network for the nation’s leading business organization. Worked in conjunction with the Political Manager to implement the Chamber’s effective election strategies. Delivered legislative issues briefings to key Fortune 500 companies’ corporate leadership. Developed Legislative Briefing Books reporting on 110-member Congressional Delegation from Maine through Delaware. Maintained strong relations with U S Senators, Members of Congress and their staffs in respective Districts. Show less



Greater Waterbury Chamber of Commerce

• Vice President

  • Jan 1979 - Sep 1979

  Lobbied on behalf of business community in an eighteen-city/town region. Oversaw the Chamber’s aggressive federal, state and local legislative affairs program. Worked with municipal leaders addressing regional transportation concerns. Lobbied on behalf of business community in an eighteen-city/town region. Oversaw the Chamber’s aggressive federal, state and local legislative affairs program. Worked with municipal leaders addressing regional transportation concerns.