Robie Mackerley
President
Robie has been instrumental in our Chamber's growth over the last several years. Her leadership with our Tri-State Classic Race since 2010 has been instrumental in our unprecedented success with this wonderful event. In 2012 Robie was given the "Director's Spirit Award" at our 22nd Annual Spring Banquet for her dedication and embodiment of the commitment necessary to advance the mission of our Chamber to our business communities.
The Founder & President of Life Track Program, Inc., President of Your Shining Star Photography and independent computer consultant to Fortune 500 companies, Robie's decision to share her talents with our Chamber will benefit our membership greatly. Her customer service and project management skills have been a real plus for our organization.
Robie attended Port Jervis High School and graduated from Upsala College in computer programming. Having worked for large corporations ove the years, Robie started her own businesses in order to have the time flexibility to spend more with her family. She has five boys and is married to Terence Reilly and lives in Greenville, NY.
Lisa Randazzo-Misczuk
First Vice President
Lisa has been a Chamber Director since 2004 and the Annual Spring Banquet Chairwoman for many years. Her strong skills in fundraising, event planning and organizational management have resulted in very successful events and community outreach to our members and communities.
Currently, Lisa is the Director of Development for the Center for Developmental Disabilities of Pike County, where she is responsible for fundraising, constituent stewardship, general operations and interfacing with the Board of Directors regarding budgets, human resources and facilities operation.
Lisa graduated from Port Jervis High School and obtained a dual B.S. Degree at Mount Saint Mary College in Accounting, Business Management and Administration. Her professional background includes employment with the City of Port Jervis as the Confidential Assistant to the Mayor, the Deputy Clerk-Treasurer and City Clerk-Treasurer. Following her work with the City, she was the Executive Director for Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation, beginning her work with the non-profit sector. She is currently the President of the Port Jervis Middle School PTA, Treasurer of the Port Jervis Youth Football League, and has volunteerd as a cheerleading coach and a member of the Red & Black Touchdown Club. Lisa lives in Port Jervis and resides with her husband James and four children.
Suparmanto
Second Vice President
Upon his arrival in Matamoras, Suparmanto has been a valuable Chamber Director over the last five years. His organizational talents and creativity in planning, presentation and execution are of great benefit to our Chamber and membership.
As General Manager of the Best Western Inn at Hunt's Landing in Matamoras, PA, Suparmanto has been with the property since 2008 and previously as GM with Sovereign Hotels (d/b/a Best Western) in Albany, NY. Born in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, he received a Degree in English and taught school in his hometown for two years. He came to the U.S. in 1980 marrying his wife Deborah Ann, a native of Albany, NY. His background spans four decades in the hospitality industry including Holland America Cruises where he held the distinguished position of Maitre D'Hotel, Ramada properties, and Sovereign/Best Western throughout New York State and Pennsylvania. Suparmanto is a Certified Hotel Administrator by American Hotel & Lodging Association, attended Hotel & Culinary College in Albany, and the Professional Development Program at Cornell University.
Suparmanto has been President of the Bethlehem Lions Club International, directing fund raising initiatives for the blind, and is very involved with seniors and groups through his church in Albany. He resides in Albany with his wife Deborah Ann and has two children. Suparmanto greats everyone with a big smile and is always there for our Chamber and members.
Robert W. Schultz, CPA
Corporate Treasurer
Rob has been a part of of our Chamber for over 20 years as a member and a Director for 14 years and our Treasurer since 2010. His expertise in accounting has served our Chamber well in advising and positioning us to better serve our membership.
Rob Schultz's family has been in Orange County for eight generations, and five generations in Port Jervis. His great grandfather was the minister at Drew Methodist Church immediately following Steven Crane's father. His great, great grandfather operated the Ferry at Carpenter's Point near Laurel Grove Cemetery. Rob attended Port Jervis High School and Syracuse University graduating with a B.S. in Accounting. He has been in public practice since1977 and obtained his CPA in 1984. Rob started his own firm in 1994 in Port Jervis, and offers individual, partnership & corporate tax consulting work. In addition, his firm offers services in estate and fiduciary, local and municipal government and non-profit accounting.
Rob has strong ties to our area and firmly believes in volunteering and giving back to the communities. He has been the President of the Minisink Valley Historical Society fo 34 years, is a member of the Laurel Grove Cemetary Association, Port Jervis City Republican Committee, founding member of the Port Jervis School District Audit Committee, and currently Vice President of the Rotary Club of Port Jervis. Rob has two daughters and four grandsons and lives in Port Jervis with his wife Linda Hannigan. Our Chamber is fortunate to have a member and director like Rob, willing to donate countless hours to our organization and its members.
Sharon Loganzo
Corporate Secretary
Sharon joined our Board in 2012 and represents our Member, Belle Reve Senior Living Center in Milford, PA. She is our Corporate Secretary for 2013 and her strengths in operational management, work with non-profits in areas of special events, membership and constitency services, trade shows, and education are a major benefit to our Chamber.
Originally a New Yorker, she has over 20 years of expertise in the operations of the senior living retirement industry including New Jersey and North Carolina prior to arriving in Milford. Sharon is the Executive Director of Belle Reve since May 2011, where she oversees the administration of their services, which include, short term rehabilitaton, skilled nursing, personal care and Alzheimer's/dementia.
She has a liberal arts background with significant experience in the visual and performing arts as both a patron and volunteer. As a Fellow of the Institute of Political Leadership, she has been actively involved in political campaigns and fund raising events. Sharon has served as Secretary, Treasurer, and President of state and national trade assocations, as well as political and women's organizations. Sharon is the Chairwoman of our Chamber's 15th Annual Arts Walk, scheduled for July 20th.
Sharon was drawn back to the Hudson Valley because of the proximity to NYC, her work in Milford and our beautiful mountains and outdoor activities. She has a son, Edward, who is a fourth year medical student interviewing for residency programs in traumatic reconstructive surgery. Sharon is a perfect addition to our team of volunteer professionals lending us her talent and expertise.
Paul M. Brislin
Parliamentarian
Having joined our Chamber in 1992, Paul has worked tirelessly since, holding several offices over the years, including Treasurer and President. His contributions to our Chamber over the last 20 years have been numerous.
Paul is the owner of Paul M. Brislin, E.A., located in Montague, NJ, specializing in federal and state income tax preparation for individuals and businesses. He is also enrolled to represent taxpayers before the I.R.S. Paul's work experience includes, the Montague Township Committee for 12 years, and prior managerial accounting and internal auditing within the insurance industry. He has over 39 years of financial, managerial and analytical experience.
Paul has volunteered for more than 18 years as an instructor and councelor for the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program in Orange County, Treasurer for the Port Jervis Council for the Arts, Treasurer for the Montague Historical Society, Montague Grange, and the Pike County Chamber of Commerce. He is a member of the Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Board, Sussex County Committee, and the Montague Land Use Board.
A resident of Montague, NJ for more than 20 years, Paul lives with his wife Rosemary. He has certainly been a major contributor to the continuity and strength of our Chamber.
Photos from the 2013 Installation Dinner & Annual Members' Meeting, held on January 25, 2013 at the Erie Trackside Manor in Port Jervis, NY.
| President Robie Mackerley, Master of Ceremonies Nelson Page & Executive Director Charlene Trotter |
| Debbie Valentine, Charlene Trotter, Suparmanto, Tom Smith |
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Glen Plotsky, Esq. & Port Jervis Mayor Russell Potter
Mayor Potter performed the Installation Ceremony for Officers |
| John Donahue, CPA - Director & Past President |
| Robie Mackerley & Paul Brislin 2012 President |
| Kolmar CEO & President, Rob Edmonds and friends enjoy the dinner. |
| Ellen Quimby, Pine Bush Chamber President with Tri-State Chamber Director, John McCarey |
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