Greater Boston Resident Luis Rivera Appointed to Board of Directors of Operation ABLE

Senior financial executive brings expertise in financial reporting, analysis, and strategic planning to Operation ABLE’s Board.

Boston, Massachusetts, December 14, 2021: Operation ABLE announced the appointment of Luis Rivera to its Board of directors.

“Luis’ many years of executive experience leading financial operations will be an invaluable asset to Operation ABLE’s Board and its Leadership team, “said Lydia Greene, Operation ABLE’s Board Chairperson. “I’m very pleased that Luis has agreed to join Operation ABLE’s Board and am looking forward to adding his experienced perspective to our discussions.” Luis Rivera currently serves as Chief Financial Officer at Fenway Health, joining the organization in 2019. In his role, Rivera oversees the financial operations of all Fenway Health programs and services, including The Fenway Institute, AIDS Action and the Sidney Borum, Jr. Health Center. Rivera earned his MBA from Zicklin School of Business at Baruch College in NYC.

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Avon, CT Resident Jodi Wallach Appointed to Board of Directors

Jodi Wallach joins Operation ABLE's Board
Expertise in Talent Acquisition, Employee Experience and Human Resource Management provides valuable insight into industry hiring needs and priorities

Boston, Massachusetts, December 14, 2021: Operation ABLE announced the appointment of Jodi M. Wallach to its Board of Directors.

“Jodi is such a welcome addition to our Board,” said Lydia Greene, Operation ABLE’s Board Chairperson. “Her depth of experience as a senior HR executive and her understanding of how employers are meeting their staffing needs provides valuable insight to our long-term planning.”

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Brookline Resident Jeffrey A. Smagula Appointed to Board of Directors of Operation ABLE

Jeffrey A. Smagula joins Operation ABLE Board
Experienced health care and life sciences attorney provides legal and compliance acumen to Operation ABLE’s Board.

Boston, Massachusetts, December 14, 2021: Operation ABLE announced the appointment of Attorney Jeffrey A. Smagula to its Board of Directors.

“I worked with Jeff for many years at Tufts Health Plan, both in his role in the General Counsel’s office and then as Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer.” said Lydia Greene, Operation ABLE’s Board Chairperson. “I know he can be counted on to provide valuable guidance to our Board regarding best practices in audits, compliance and other areas of legal review.” Read More

Waltham Resident Jeanine Hamilton Appointed to Board of Directors of Operation ABLE

Business owner and workforce staffing executive provides industry insight into employment hiring needs and trends

Boston, Massachusetts, December 14, 2021: Operation ABLE announced the appointment of Jeanine Hamilton to its Board of Directors.

“I’m excited to welcome Jeanine to our Board,” said Lydia Greene, Operation ABLE’s Board Chairperson. “She’s a hands-on, business owner and staffing professional interfacing on a daily basis with local employers and their staffing needs, which is such a helpful perspective to have in our Board discussions.”

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Boston Resident Antoine J. Melay Appointed to Operation ABLE’s Board of Directors

Antoine J. Melay joins Operation ABLE's Board
Senior executive with extensive experience promoting leadership, community engagement, and economic development adds depth to Operation ABLE’s Board

Boston, Massachusetts, December 14, 2021: Operation ABLE announced the appointment of Antoine J. Melay to its Board of Directors.

“I am delighted that Antoine has agreed to join Operation ABLE’s Board of Directors and offer his guidance during this period of change.” said Lydia Greene, Operation ABLE’s Board Chairperson. “His experience in workforce development and training will be an invaluable asset to Operation ABLE’s Leadership team as we strategize on how best to support our community of jobseekers.”

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ABLE Director – Leslie Joannides-Burgos Promoted to Executive Vice President

Brookline Bank Promotes Leslie Joannides-Burgos to Executive Vice President

MAY 8, 2020 | PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

For Further Information Please Contact:
Peter Roveto
Brookline Bank
617-730-3500

BROOKLINE, MA, (May 6, 2020) – Brookline Bank announced today that Leslie Joannides-Burgos has been promoted to Executive Vice President (EVP), Division Executive of the Bank’s Retail & Business Banking Division.  Previously she was a Senior Vice President.  In her role as EVP, Joannides-Burgos oversees a team of 220 colleagues across the Bank’s retail banking delivery channel.  Under her management are the Bank’s branch network, its Customer Service Center, as well as all Business Banking Officers, Financial Advisors and Mortgage Originators.  

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