Orangeburg, NY – Manuel Martínez, Ph.D., president of Dominican University New York, has been elected to the Rockland Businesses Association (RBA) Board of Directors.
The RBA, a nonprofit that has represented Rockland County’s business community since 1967, has more than 500 members ranging from small businesses to large corporations. The organization advocates for policies that support business growth, innovation, and job creation.
“I am proud to join such a respected organization,” said Martínez. “Dominican University educates so many employees in Rockland County, and the University itself is an important employer here in the County. I look forward to finding new ways to partner with and support businesses in our community.”
Martínez follows in the footsteps of former Dominican University president Sr. Mary Eileen O’Brien, O.P., Ed.D., who also served on the RBA board of directors.
Kenneth Zebrowski, president of the RBA, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Martínez to the board. Dominican University has been a valued partner of the RBA for many years, fostering strong connections between the business community and academia. While we will greatly miss the contributions of Sr. O’Brien, we are confident that Dr. Martínez will elevate our collaboration to new heights.”
Michael Shilale, AIA, board chair of the RBA, said, “We are excited to welcome Dr. Manuel Martínez to the RBA board. His academic leadership at Dominican University and expertise in enrollment and program growth will foster stronger ties between our business and educational communities. We deeply thank Sr. Mary Eileen O’Brien for her 35 years of transformative service to Dominican University and the RBA.”
The mission of the RBA is to educate, inform, and provide beneficial services to members while actively representing, promoting, and supporting the business community of Rockland County. More information is available at www.rocklandbusiness.org.