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One SouthCoast Navigator is the official news publication of One SouthCoast Chamber

New Bedford Office:

25 Elm Street, Suite 101

New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 999.5231 • fax (508) 999.5237

Fall River Office: 200 Pocasset Street

Fall River, MA 02721 (508) 676.8226 • fax (508) 675.5932

General inquiries: info@onesouthcoast.com

Chamber Staff:

CEO, Michael O’Sullivan

Vice President of Finance & Operations, Dorothy Botelho, IOM

Vice President of Corporate Member Engagement & Sponsorships, Kimberly Coroa Moniz

Vice President of Marketing & Events, Katie Greene

Vice President of Public Policy, Ian Trombly

Director of Membership & Retention, Clifford Athouriste

Marketing & Communications Coordinator, Hunter Tackett

Executive Director, Southeastern Massachusetts Visitors Bureau, Chrisanne Tyrrell

Executive Director, Viva Fall River, Patti Rego

Executive Director, Fall River Arts and Culture Coalition (FRACC), Tracy Silva Barbosa

2026 OFFICERS & EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Executive Committee:

• Chair: Catherine Dillon, BankFive

• Immediate Past Chair: Rose Lopes, Sylvia Group

• Treasurer: Matthew Schondek, Fall River Municipal Credit Union

• Vice Chair-Government Affairs: William Burns, Southcoast Health

• Vice Chair-Governance Committee: Eileen Migliozzi, St. Anne's Credit Union

• Vice Chair-One SouthCoast Chamber Foundation: Carl Sawejko, Sawejko Communications

• Vice Chair-Membership Committee: Nathan Araujo, Advance Career Services

Members of the Board of Directors:

Terms to Expire in December 2026:

• William Burns, Southcoast Health System

• Marie Pellegrino, BayCoast Bank

• Stephen W. Connulty, Paul & Dixon Insurance

• Catherine Dillon, BankFive

• Charlie Fellows, Lafrance Hospitality

• Jeffrey Glassman, Darn It, Inc.

• Jeff Pagliuca, Bristol County Savings Bank

• Derek Santos, New Bedford Economic Development Council

• Matt Zenni, Liberty Utilities

Terms to Expire in December 2027:

• Nathan Araujo, Advance Career Services

• Kevin Carando, Acushnet Company

• Barbara Casagrande, AHEAD

• Rose Lopes, Sylvia Group

• Lynne Mastera, Precix

• Douglas Rodrigues, D. E. Rodrigues & Company, Inc.

• Carl Sawejko, Sawejko Communications

• Matthew Schondek, Fall River Municipal Credit Union

• Dr. Mark Fuller, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

• Cindy Ko, Cindy Ko Photography

Terms to Expire in December 2028:

• Peter Daley, People Incorporated

• Eileen Migliozzi, St. Anne’s Credit Union

• Dr. Sedgwick Harris, Bristol Community College

• Lucria Ortiz, YMCA Southcoast

• Chris Johnson, Isaksen Solar

• Jeff Davis, Waring-Sullivan Funeral Home

• Carole Billington, Saint Anne’s Hospital/Brown University Health

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200 Pocasset Street, Fall River, MA 02721

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A Career of Dedication: Dorothy Botelho Retires After

46 Years of Service

After more than four decades of dedicated service, Dorothy Botelho has retired from the One SouthCoast Chamber, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of commitment, institutional knowledge, and quiet leadership.

Dorothy’s story with the Chamber began in the late 1970s when she joined the organization as a high school intern at the former New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce. What began as a part-time opportunity quickly turned into a lifelong career in which she would play a vital role in the organization’s growth and evolution. Over the next 46 years, Dorothy rose through the ranks, ultimately serving as Vice President of Finance and Operations for the organization now known as the One SouthCoast Chamber.

During her long tenure, Dorothy became one of the institution’s most trusted and respected leaders. Known for her professionalism and attention to detail, she was responsible for overseeing the Chamber’s financial management, operational systems, and administrative functions. Her steady guidance helped ensure the organization remained financially sound and operationally efficient while supporting the needs of thousands of businesses across the SouthCoast region.

Dorothy also witnessed—and helped guide—one of the most

significant transitions in the Chamber’s history. The New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce eventually merged with the Fall River Area Chamber of Commerce to form the One SouthCoast Chamber, creating a unified voice for businesses across New Bedford, Fall River, and surrounding communities. Throughout that transformation, Dorothy’s institutional knowledge and steady leadership were invaluable in maintaining continuity and stability.

Colleagues often describe Dorothy as the backbone of the organization. While much of her work took place behind the scenes, it was essential to the Chamber’s success. She managed budgets, supported leadership teams, and helped coordinate the operational framework that allowed the Chamber’s programs, events, and advocacy efforts to thrive.

Beyond her operational role, Dorothy was also committed to professional development within the chamber industry. She earned the IOM designa-

tion from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management, a national program that recognizes professionals who complete extensive training in nonprofit and association leadership.

For nearly half a century, Dorothy served generations of Chamber leadership, board members, and business owners throughout the SouthCoast. Her longevity is a testament not only to her dedication but also to the deep relationships she built within the regional business community.

As she steps into retirement, Dorothy leaves behind an enduring legacy. From a high school intern to a senior executive, her 46-year career reflects a rare level of loyalty and commitment to the mission of supporting local businesses and strengthening the SouthCoast economy.

Dorothy, you will be missed!

Though her daily presence at the Chamber will be missed, her impact on the organization—and the region it serves—will continue to be felt for many years to come.

Sincerely,

Mike O'Sullivan

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