Southern R.I. Chamber names Viele executive director

SOUTH KINGSTOWN – The Southern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce has named Joe Viele as its next executive director.

“I am excited to get in there and build on the success the Chamber has had. Between the staff and the board, there is a great team in place, ready to continue the fantastic work of the Chamber.” said Viele in an Oct. 9 statement. He is the owner of Liberty Rentals in South Kingstown.

Viele will succeed Elizabeth Berman effective Nov. 1. He has served on the board of the Chamber for 10 years, including as chairman. Berman’s final day is Oct. 31.

Berman served as executive director for eight years. She has accepted a role with DiStefano Brothers Construction, according to the Chamber.

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“I couldn’t be happier about Joe getting the role of executive director,” said Berman. “Joe was on the board when I was I was hired and has been an integral part of our success. He has a great vision for the future of the Chamber.”

Chris Bergenheim is the PBN web editor. You may reach him at Bergenheim@PBN.com.