Board of Directors

Meet the dedicated business leaders who guide the East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce.

Executive Committee

Our leadership team guiding the Chamber's strategic direction

William Francis

William Francis

President

East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce

Anthony DeCrescenzo

Anthony DeCrescenzo

Vice President

DeCrescenzo & Associates

Arthur Dwyer

Arthur Dwyer

Board Member

Arthur Dwyer Consulting

Pamela Gaglia

Pamela Gaglia

Board Member

Ocean State Swim Club

Erin Mallo

Erin Mallo

Board Member

Mallo Financial Services

Joe Lembo

Joe Lembo

Board Member

Lembo Construction

Joshua Pereira

Joshua Pereira

Board Member

OptiSolutions

Linda Rodriguez

Linda Rodriguez

Board Member

Rodriguez Marketing

Board Members

Business leaders representing diverse industries in our community

Chip Hallstrom

Chip Hallstrom

Munroe Dairy

George Leonardo, Esq.

George Leonardo, Esq.

Cap Hill Crypto

Andrea Moshier

Andrea Moshier

Rhode Island Energy

Mary Nascimento

Mary Nascimento

East Bay MediaGroup

Susan Pascale-Frechette

Susan Pascale-Frechette

PODS Swimming

Board Responsibilities

How our Board of Directors guides and governs the Chamber

The Board of Directors is responsible for governing the East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce and ensuring that the organization fulfills its mission to support the business community. Board members serve as ambassadors for the Chamber and play a key role in its success.

Strategic Direction

The Board establishes the Chamber's strategic direction, setting goals and priorities that guide the organization's activities and initiatives.

Financial Oversight

Board members provide financial oversight, ensuring that the Chamber operates within its budget and uses its resources effectively to serve the business community.

Policy Development

The Board develops and approves policies that guide the Chamber's operations and ensure that the organization adheres to legal and ethical standards.

Community Representation

Board members represent the Chamber in the community, advocating for policies and initiatives that support economic development and business growth.