United Way of Rhode Island has bolstered its Community Advisory Board, appointing two new members to serve on the volunteer leadership group. The advisory board is a diverse collection of industry leaders who come together to lend their expertise and unique experiences and insights to help United Way align its strategic initiatives and investments with community needs Appointed to the Community Advisory Board are: 

• Ray Martin, Chief Technology Officer, Dimeo Construction
• Annisha Vasquez, Vice President of Community Development, BankNewport

“Our advisory board plays a vital role in fostering collaboration in pursuit of shared goals that create meaningful change—Annisha and Ray are tremendous additions whose commitment to service reflects the heart of United Way’s mission,” said Cortney Nicolato, United Way’s president and CEO. “By amplifying the priorities and lived experiences of the communities we serve, we can ensure every initiative we undertake is grounded in real need and driven by collective impact.”
 
In his role as Chief Technology Officer for Dimeo Construction, Ray Martin brings more than 15 years of experience implementing and managing leading-edge technologies such as hybrid systems, cloud computing, laser scanning, AI, machine learning, and analytics. He has a deep passion for goal setting and problem-solving, and achieving measurable, tangible results. Ray is a resident of Johnston and holds a Master’s Degree in Information Technology from Quinnipiac University.
 
Annisha Vasquez is the Vice President of Community Development for BankNewport, where she focuses on expanding access to capital and financial literacy for small businesses and the Hispanic community. She is a dynamic and trusted professional dedicated to building connections that drive impactful change, leaning on her vast experience in project management and strategic leadership. A native of Providence, Annisha takes great pride in bridging gaps in opportunity and that critical community needs are not only acknowledged but actively addressed.