People on the Move: Save the Bay Searches for New Leader, Engel & Völkers Adds Jones, BankRI Adds VP
Friday, February 24, 2023
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The Search for Save The Bay’s Next Executive Director Is Now Open
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTFollowing September’s news that longstanding Save The Bay executive director, Jonathan Stone, will be retiring from his post this coming June, the organization’s Board of Directors has officially launched the search for his replacement.
“Save The Bay is at an exciting point in its history,” said Save The Bay board president Gib Conover. “We are growing our habitat restoration and education programs, constructing a new Aquarium in Newport and pursuing an ambitious advocacy agenda. Our new strategic plan sets forth important goals related to fostering an inclusive organizational culture and building upon our reputation for operational excellence. We look forward to identifying the individual who will lead the organization through this exciting next chapter.”
The national search is being led by a committee of the Board co-chaired by Robin Boss and George Shuster in partnership with New England-based search consultant TSNE.
“We are looking for candidates who will build on the strength that Save The Bay has established over Jonathan Stone’s tenure and who will carry the organization forward in its continuing mission to protect and improve Narragansett Bay,” said Robin Boss.
George Shuster added, “We are expecting a high level of interest among candidates who recognize the outstanding institution that Save The Bay is and the increasing opportunities that Save The Bay has in an era when environmental protection is in sharp focus.”
The job description and application link for the executive director position can be accessed HERE. Questions or inquiries can be directed to TSNE Search Consultant Jodi Dowling at [email protected] rg. Applications will be accepted until a qualified candidate is identified.
Stone is the fourth executive director to lead the 52-year-old Save The Bay, an organization whose advocacy, habitat restoration and education programs work in concert to achieve a vision of a fully fishable, swimmable, healthy Narragansett Bay accessible to all. Learn more about Save The Bay at savebay.org.
Engel & Völkers Adds Jones
Engel & Völkers of East Greenwich announced today that Rachel Jones has joined its brokerage as a global real estate advisor, where she specializes in new construction, historic properties, and clients relocating.
She has consistently been a top performer since receiving her real estate license in 2016. She received the Diamond Sales Award by the Northern Rhode Island Board of Realtors from 2016-2019. She received the Platinum Plus Sales Award by the Greater Providence Board of Realtors for sales exceeding $20 million from 2020-2022. Rachel was an Excellence in Real Estate honoree by Rhode Island Monthly in 2020, a Best of Zillow award winner, and she was ranked in the Top 10 Teams in Rhode Island by RealTrends in 2021.
“Rachel has demonstrated a consistent pattern of growth, despite challenging real estate markets,” says Emilio DiSpirito, co-owner of Engel & Völkers. “Rachel is a leader not only in real estate sales, but in our community as well. We are thrilled to have Rachel join us at Engel & Völkers and we look forward to assisting her with the support, marketing, and continued training that she is eager to take part in.”
Jones specializes in both new construction and historic homes. She has helped several clients buy and build within complexes including Camden Woods in Cranston, the Preserve at Handy Pond in Lincoln, and a new construction in Woonsocket. Her passion for restoring historic homes began when she purchased an old mill house built in 1850. She has since taken on larger projects and restored several old homes. Her experience helps her serve as an advocate for clients looking for historic properties in the tri-state area, especially on the East Side of Providence and the North End of Woonsocket.
She has also helped several clients relocate to and from the Ocean State. She has provided guidance to sellers to maximize their investment when preparing for the next phase of their life. For buyers looking to relocate to Rhode Island, Rachel is a lifelong native that can help clients find an ideal community that fits their needs.
“I take great pride in being a lifelong Rhode Islander,” says Jones. “I enjoy the opportunity to educate my clients about all the wonderful things that our great state has to offer!”
In addition to being a real estate advisor with a proven sales track record, Rachel is active in her community. She spearheaded a gift drive for families in need during the holidays and has held food drives for the North Kingstown Food Pantry, the Better Lives Food Pantry, and the Camp Street Ministry Thanksgiving Food Bank. She has also organized school supply donations for Woonsocket Middle School.
Jones joins Engel & Völkers from the RE/MAX Collection. She holds the Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) and Real Estate Investing (REI) certifications from the National Association of Realtors. She is a member of the Greater Providence Board of Realtors. She is licensed in RI, MA, and CT.
BankNewport Names Pamela LaBreche, Vice President, Business and Commercial Lending Officer
BankNewport is pleased to announce that Pamela LaBreche has been named vice president, business and commercial lending officer. In her new role, LaBreche is responsible for working with the Bank’s branch managers, residential lending officers, merchant services and cash management partners to assist business clients throughout Rhode Island in achieving their financial goals.
Prior to joining BankNewport, LaBreche was vice president, business development officer for the Northeast region at Citibank, where she specialized in healthcare practice finance. She also served as vice president, business development officer at Navigant Credit Union in Smithfield, Rhode Island.
LaBreche earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Master of Business Administration from Providence College. She currently serves as vice president of the Gateway Real Estate Board, a division of Lifespan.
In 2019, LaBreche was named a Rhode Island SBA Financial Services Champion, nominated by clients and local lending/capital partners. She was also previously recognized as a New England Financial Services “Woman of Fire” by American Business Media (AmBiz).
A native of Franklin, Massachusetts, Pamela resides in Cumberland, Rhode Island.
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